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Is saying none of your business disrespectful?
Now these two phrases: it’s none of your business and mind your own business are slightly rude when said directly to the person. So this is something you only want to use with very good friends or perhaps a rude stranger who is making personal enquiries.
How do you say none of your business without being rude?
Polite alternative for “none of your business”
- This depends on the social situation, which includes both cultural and personal aspects.
- You could also preface it to soften the rudeness: I’m afraid, that is NOYB; I think for now that is NOYB, considering that we don’t know each other that well, it’s NOYB; etc…
What is a polite way to say none of your business?
One way to avoid answering a question is to respond with “I’d rather not say.” You might also say: “That’s no concern of yours” or “That should not concern you.” (This is polite and yet firm, unlike “I’d rather not say,” which is somewhat weak and wishy-washy.)
How do you respond to mind your own business?
So, when someone tells you to mind your own business, the best answer is silence – you do not react to it. Just ignore it. That will have greater impact. It is said that speech is silvern but the silence is golden.
How do you professionally tell someone to mind their own business?
I’d say it this way: “I made a similar career change myself a few years ago (moving from X to Y) and I’d be happy to share my experience with you and talk with you about what I learned in the process, if that’s something that you’d find helpful. If that interests you, just let me know and we can set up a time to talk.”
How do you politely tell someone to mind their business?
Compliment the person or say something nice to soften the reaction (she is trying to help you, after all). Be honest and tell her in a kind yet direct way that you don’t need her input. State the action that is the next step so it’s clear you don’t need advice. Redirect the conversation.
How do you respond to mind your business?
Instead of saying, “stop asking me questions,” you can say, “mind your own business,” so that the other person isn’t offended. Keep your voice sounding “happy” to do so! Of course, you could say it angrily to let the other person know that they are being rude and you want them to stop talking about it.
How do you tell someone to mind their own business funny?
Originally Answered: What is a polite way to tell someone to mind their own business? {Look of surprise} “Whatever has you thinking I’d be willing to talk about that with you/a stranger/anyone” and move on. {With a laugh} “Oh, so not your business!” and change the subject.