And I always get asked the question if working in a team (which I will be) and someone isn't pulling they're weight - what do you - what is a good answer for this question
2007-01-12 05:20:12 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
confront the person about it first, and if this doesn't help inform the person above you
2007-01-12 05:23:48 · answer #1 · answered by rrossorr 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is a good question, and will realistically happen. If you are the boss I would answer as follows:
I would use my 1:1 meetings to discuss what goals the person has, and what they have planned to obtain them. I would create an action/performance plan to identify challenges and areas of opportunity that can be worked on each week. I would set goals and celebrate successes when they are reached. If this strategy is not effective, I would work with the staff member to look for another position that may benefit them more. If the staff member was not looking for another job or meeting expectations, I would manage them out of the department.
If I was a fellow team member, I would say that I would do everything I could to assist my peer in the areas that they were not meeting expectations in. I would help to create a competitive, and nurturing environment with the team and my supervisor each day, and recognize my peers whenever possible. It is not however my responsibility to identify or assist on personal issues if they exist.
I hope this helps, good luck and ask for a lot of money!
2007-01-12 13:30:52 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well firstly, Good luck!
Secondly, my hubby has just had this problem at work and her's what he did:
he pulled the bloke aside and had a quiet word, just saying that if they all get together and get there work done they can all go home to their familys quickers!
The bloke agreed, but didnt do it!
So my hubby then asked around the other lads on his shift to find if they were having same problem as him, when they agreed, they all went and spoke to their foreman, who then sorted it!
At the end of the day, if someones being paid to do a job, they should be doing it! Any employer i think likes to be kept informed if a member of his shift isnt pulling his weight!! It reflects badly on them too dont forget!
2007-01-12 13:28:31 · answer #3 · answered by TP 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Approach them in a friendly way and ask if they`re having a problem with the job, `cos you and your workmates seem to be getting through more of the workload. If there is, talk about it to see whether it can be rectified within the team. If not you have no choice but to speak to your line manager or supervisor.
2007-01-12 13:34:06 · answer #4 · answered by The BudMiester 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say that I would take that person aside, and speak to them privately about it. I would explain to them what my concern was, making sure I was both calm and respectful. Then I would agree with them what they could do to make things better. It ould be important to be both professional and approachable.
I got asked a similar question in my interview, and they said I interviewed very well. Hope this helps!
2007-01-12 13:24:14 · answer #5 · answered by Funky Little Spacegirl 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I would say that i would offer that person assistance as it may be that they CAN'T pull their weigth or are having difficulty. If it was obvious that the person was taking the mickey then I would notify the manager so that they could monitor the situation.
Good luck with the interview!
2007-01-12 13:23:57 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Tell him that unless he pulls his weight, the team will be
downsized by one! Then ask him to guess who that might be.
Only his laundry man will ever know how scared he was!
Good luck with the interview. (make sure your shoes are clean!)
2007-01-12 13:32:06 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to them first about what maybe impacting their production, & seek ways to fix the problem. If it is a matter of work ethic, give them more work & ride their **** to force improvement. If nothing works, remove them from the project.
Remember to remain calm when talking to them. They might be intimidated/enraged if you come at them too strongly. Remaining calm is the best way to ensure that you can get to the root of the issue.
2007-01-12 13:29:08 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to them in person. Ask them what they feel they could improve upon. Set short term goals. Follow up on their progress. Set long term goals and if they do not meet them, tell them you will have to let them go. Been there done that!
2007-01-12 13:24:28 · answer #9 · answered by Shayna 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
i would try to motivate this person in to working within the group if unsuccesfull in doing so then i will contact the supervisor discreetly concerning his/her conduct thats what i put in mine and it got me a job
2007-01-12 13:28:53 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋