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Originally Posted by Vansmack
Sample, I wasn't trying to be critical of you or accuse you of being lazy or anything of the nature. I was probably unfairly picking on the statement that you should be able to do whatever you want.
Let me put it this way. Your employees will have a lot more respect for you and their job if you take the time and discuss potential issues with them. As a young worker I have found that there is a often a big communication gap that leaves people frustrated on both sides. Maybe try being more direct about the importance of them being on time and ready to work. Your complain is definately legitimate, its somthing that business owners have been battling for a long time. Responsibility and accountability are hugely important and most young people are aware of this. If it is consitently a probelm, there has to be someone else who would love to have their job.
4x4 - im not a jackass, nor was i saying it was his fault. But there are definately two ways to deal with things in business: act or react. I know which one i would rather do.
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There are a lot of factors to consider with late employees...all being brought up in this thread. I know from my personal experience working crappy jobs when I was in highschool/University was that there was NO INCENTIVE for me to get ahead in them, so why show up early or try and impress, unless that's your natural personality.
If you want that to change then you have to give these kids incentive to come in on time, be it:
1. Pay...start them 15mins earlier
2. Consequences
3. Respect for their employer (he's an incredible hard worker and never takes a moment off)
If I see someone killing themself with #3 and I respect them I'll work for nothing; if I see the boss cruising the internet and taking off early then that filters down to everyone's attitude.
So your options are to be a leader on the issue and "make it fun in the dressing room", let the issue slide, or replace your current employees with people that are self motivated and don't have kids or pets.
As for the lady that is 36 working IT and hating her 25 & 24 yr old employees...every all girl work space I've ever seen in my life operates this way, sorry...you're F'd.