How to Handle the Whiners, Complainers and Slackers at Work

Complainers / whiners Don't fuel the fire  End conversations to get to it  Re-direct the conversation, get back on track Is there a root cause you could solve for? Come to Jesus conversation, is this the right role? Ask the whiner what their solutions would be Spin to a positive  Call them out  Sell them on the opportunity Set expectations  See if they have voiced the concerns to their leader  Let them know you heard them  Can you find common ground with non work topics? If its impacting you, be honest about it  Add positive, uplifting people to your day Avoidance  Ask if they are looking for input / advice / guidance  Slackers:  Communicate  Set clear expectations  Set regular check ins / status updates  Offer to help with any roadblocks / questions  Share how their work impacts you / the team Their lack of work is not your responsibility  You don't need to cover for them all the time  Be honest and blunt  Have a candid conversation with leadership Focus and prioritize / stay the course  Don't let it get you down, stay positive and motivated  Use them as a don't lesson  This is not an opportunity to pick up bad habits  Don't become a complainer about your slacker  Limit your yes's to work that doesn't involve that person  Ask yourself, does this impact me? For real? Is this person ok? Their work does not become your work Could be an opportunity to shine  To support the show:  Paypal:  paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor:  https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together:  listentocareertalk.com  For the Google Survey:  https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1 To connect:  Instagram:  @stephdennis13  @careertalkpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/stephdennis13 You’re awesome!!  Go be your amazing self today!!!