FFS, yes, I got your message. Now go away.

You know what I hate? When there’s a mode of communication shared by several staff members like a forum or email, and as soon as something is posted, someone comes up to me and asks if I see it. No shit, I just block all my forum emails for the hell of it. If I don’t immediately respond, it means I’m doing something else, which means you shouldn’t interrupt me in person either.

I hate getting interrupted, it fucking pisses me off. I can only do one thing at once, get in line. There’s a reason why priority and urgency flags exist! If you want to confirm I’ve seen your message, attach a read receipt. I don’t ignore those either.

When I have the opportunity to look at your request, I will. Shifting from one medium to another to send the message will get my attention, but it will also annoy me and make me want to help you less.

Also, on a semi-related note, if something is urgent, tell me. Don’t ask me when I can get around to it, since I’m backed up by 2 months. Tell me you need this by x date and time, or else you’re going to be waiting a long, long time.

Why do you think I’m a tech drone? Graghghghg, people are fucking idiots.