22 types of coworkers you absolutely can't stand - and how to deal with them

Most of us have at least one coworker we can't stand. Maybe it's because they chew loudly. Perhaps it's because they bully the innocent interns.

Whatever the reason, it can be difficult to work alongside someone who you find annoying, unprofessional, or just plain rude.

Luckily, there are ways to tackle the many varieties of obnoxious people, says Lynn Taylor, a national workplace expert and the author of "Tame Your Terrible Office Tyrant: How to Manage Childish Boss Behavior and Thrive in Your Job."

"But it takes patience, tact, and the ability to see the big picture," she told Business Insider.

Here are 22 types of coworkers you absolutely can't stand - and how to deal with each of them: