Hey There,

Today, we would be highlighting ten personalities we have around us in our work environment that we do not necessarily agree with their general work ethics, but we would say have grown on us over time or rather should we say you have grown to be tolerant with. If you identify with any of the personalities below, not only should you be cautious about your behaviors but also, you should make a conscious effort to change overall.

#1 The Boss’s Boss

We all know those employees that feel like they aren’t subject to the company’s code of conduct and rules from the Human Resource Management Desk. The ones who never show up on time and are always on the phone taking personal calls even when the company policy frown upon that? Yes. Those ones. Not only should you avoid these type of employees, be careful not to morph into one over time.

#2 The Ambitious (Yet Incompetent) Imaginary Ladder Climber.

We are usually genuinely happy for our fellow colleagues who work hard enough to climb up their career ladders at your organization. What we cannot stand however, are those employees that put in no work and generally feel they deserve a gold medal for lazying around. They are constantly complaining about how they deserve more than what they are paid; for what they do. While you sit there and silently think ‘’What work?”. Yup. Those ones. The worst part – They never understand the explanations as to why they are not yet due for promotion.

#3 Tattletales

They tend to be for the people, elected by themselves and they put more effort into being a tattletale than actually doing their work. Constantly recording the almost sexual harassments and the illegal behavior around the office. Dear Tattletales, allow the manager manage their own people. Get back to your desk and put that energy to good use by actually doing some of the work assigned to you that you actually get paid for.

#4 Employees With No Restrictions (Category One: TMI)

The whole office knows everything about this employee. Every single thing. Sometimes you feel the urge to remind them that you are at the office and not an AA meeting, and other times, you feel the urge to announce that we are in an office and not a sorority house. They tell you (and the whole office) every single detail from the fungus that grew on their left toe to their noisy neighbor who loves gardening.

#5 Employees With No Restrictions (Category Two: Constantly Calling)

Picture this. It’s 11pm on a Friday night and you get a phone call from this employee on your personal line. You convince yourself that this time, it is an emergency. You finally pick up the phone after it has gone to voicemail a couple times, and the employee clearly states that he has been calling to ensure you submitted the weekly reports (which were due for 12pm earlier in the day). Note that the employee had the option of asking you while at work, or waiting till the new week starts. Always ensure you consider your colleagues and their personal lives when making decisions.

#6 The Employee Who Hates HR

In general, most people tend to not like the HR manager very much because she does her job effectively. Constantly remember that it is totally not the HR manager’s fault that you work so hard yet you got a small raise (due to the company’s financial budget). Instead of hating on the HR manager, you could do some actual work instead.

#7 The Drama Queen

Note that this title is not limited by gender. This employee takes every single observation and correction from their boss as a cue that they are getting fired. Let us all calm down brethren; no one is getting fired, except you did something to warrant that level of discipline. These are the employees that would conclude that a co-worker parked on two spaces intentionally just so they can walk a longer way. Please. Kindly leave the drama at home.

#8 ‘It’s Not Part Of My Job Description’ Employee

We know them. We all do. These are the employees that would turn down a co-worker’s request to proof-read their article in their spare time simply because it is not in their job description. Come on! We all know that most contracts come with your specific job description, but other times you might have to take on the “other duties required” part of your contract. This does not mean you should overwork yourself by taking upon job duties you cannot handle. You could also consider having a meeting with your immediate superior to discuss re-evaluating your job position if your job duties become cumbersome.

#9 The Law

This employee constantly rants about civil rights and actions that would be taken when they aren’t given a raise (even before it’s due). They are quick to suggest taking legal action against the company and in drastic times, it could be because of their annual rating during appraisals. Note that in a reputable company, that approval rating has been double-checked and checked a third time just so they are sure. Do not prance around your office throwing empty threats around each time something pops up. Your employer and co-workers would find it hard to take you seriously over time.

#10 The Unbelieving Employee

This is the passive-aggressive employee who never listens or takes corrections. They then act as though they are taken by surprise when the company takes an improvement plan which results in them being laid off or in probation. They then find themselves in utmost shock and disapproval of the managements decision. Be open to constructive criticism, and also learn how manage the individual that gives out baseless criticism just so their voice is heard and their presence is acknowledged.

We sincerely hope you are not one of the employees described above, and if you are, adjust accordingly! That’s the beauty of being able to work on yourself constantly in your personal career journey.

Yours Sincerely,

PushCV Content Team.