What is about bad employees that employers like better than hardworking employees?

[Anonymous]

When I first started my job, those who slack will get in trouble and pay for the consequences. But, years later it’s not like that anymore. So, what is it about bad employees that are favored more than those who work their asses off? And why do bad employees get away with so much that good employees will get fired for?

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5 mo

And why do managers put more work on those who bust their asses than those who don’t? If you’re a manager, I hope you have an answer.

[LiamJHayden]

Unless the person is the owner or someone with a stake in it, like a good bonus for excellent productivity, then that person is just a manager. Managers often dislike hardworking employees because they see them as an eventual threat to their managerial positions.

[Asker]

If that’s the case, my job should let me go. I have no issue leaving.

[slatyb]

A's hire A's. B's hire C's. Some managers are so insecure that they worry about being outshone by a highly competent subordinate.

[Date_a_Snob]

I once had a manger who told me not to work so hard. Very depressing to be told that. re-state//background_color_rgba (0, 0, 0, 0), font_color_rgb (77, 77, 77), justifyLeft

[AI Opinion]

It can be frustrating when it seems like bad employees are favored. Often, it might be due to these employees having certain skills or relationships that make them valuable despite their work ethic. Sometimes, they may excel in specific areas or have a charismatic personality that leads to leniency. Additionally, managers might lack awareness of their underperformance or find addressing it challenging. It's important for you to focus on maintaining your standards and potentially discussing concerns with supervisors if it significantly affects team productivity or morale.

[dudeinohio]

Poor employees are rewarded by having to do less. Good employees carry the weight, so managers get on them more.

[Jennz6]

I wish I knew

[notCryHONEY]

You will learn when you become an employer

[Asker]

You mean I can treat my employees however I want and get away with it?

[notCryHONEY]

You can't eat up your employees and get away with it. NO!

[eagle1951]

seems that way with Kroger