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Sitting in McDonald's the other day perusing one of the local newspapers, the Janesville Gazette, I came across a syndicated column, Annie's Box. Annie's Box is apparently a "Dear Abby" type column written by two people named Kathy and Marcy. Go figure.
Found this letter:
Dear Annie,
I read the letter from "Frustrated Employee" and can empathize. It seems no one ever gets punished, fired or held accountable for not doing their jobs.
I, too, am frustrated with the entitled attitude of many coworkers. It's downright theft when they habitually pad timecards, use sick leave for a personal day, show up late, take long lunch hours, leave early etc.
And if you are brave enough to complain to management, you are told that this matter will be taken under advisement (and never is), or you're accused of not being a "team player" and blamed for your negative attitude toward your coworkers.
You try to do your job, but it is difficult when you share responsibilities on a project, and the other person doesn't carry his/her weight. Why should I suffer ulcers, sleepless nights, short lunches at my desk and long days to support someone else's lack of work ethic?
You suggested "Frustrated Employee" put out an updated resume, but it's possible this person has benefits that cannot be replaced, isn't able to relocate for another position or is close to retirement.
Why do the rules only apply to the few?
From experience, I know that some things will never change. But why are we condoning the actions of those who are not productive and condemning those who are?
Another Frustrated Employee Writing on His own Time
Here's my question to you leaders of business: How would you and/or your leadership team respond to these concerns brought by an excellent employee?
You don't have to answer me, but you do need to know the answer.
Seriously. How would you respond?
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