Basically, why is there so much favortism in the workplace?
206714
the wonderful world of corporate america at hand.  It's the same reason why the people who have no clue about anything are in management and the ones who know the company inside/out are temps.  I don't know exactly why it's like that but for some reason the fear of "oh my god, is someone better than me?" is so predominant and executives rule through fear.  I've been fired from jobs because I didn't kiss a**.\n\n\nDamned if you do, damned if you don't . . .
488188
Its a territory thing.  Humans love a bit of territory.\nThat's why there so much elitism about - but this is perfectly natural.  It's fake, but harmless (generally).\n\nYou get to feel part of something, and at the same time identify yourself as an individual separate from anyone else.  \n\nIt's an interesting part of culture, because it is the rivalry between groups (still talking on a superficial level here) that pushes things forward - competition makes the world go round.
558365
a lot of men in the workplace get really gossipy, too.\n\ni'd mind my own business and not let everything get to you.  there will always be someone who will not agree with you or will work against you wherever you go - you just have to learn to dal with things like these.  if you quit your jobs to get away from them, it means you are admitting defeat.
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People who spend time helping people who are sick, homeless, in prison, widows, orphans and hungry don't have to say another word.\n\nIn the workplace, we can best serve God attending to our  duties, quietly doing the best for our employers.  \n\nI have never encountered one employer who desired me to stop and chat every time the spirit moved me!\n\nGood Luck!
674889
Because it is all about egos. \n\nI work for a municipality and it is disgusting to see the importance they all attach to their little piece of the pie and how hard they work to enlarge and maintain it. The self-importance is truly amazing! \n\nI had a department head tell a group of us that we were 'worthless monkeys' but he was being paid 6 figures because he was worth it, and in fact, he said he was worth more than they were paying him. Now, we all kept our mouths shut because if we didn't we would lose our jobs. When he left the building and we got done laughing at his arrogance, we did his job, like we always did, for our 2 figure pay.\n\nMy own supervisor works very hard to spend every dollar budgeted for her division because if she doesn't she won't be able to justify such a high budget each fiscal year. They all do it. It is obscene.\n\nRecently a division cut the jobs of about 5 workers. That left them with 4 workers and 6 supervisors. There are still 6 supervisors and they all got their raises and bonuses despite the fact that the 4 remaining workers are now doing the work of 9 people and their hours have been reduced.\n\nI wish there was a way to fix this, but each time it gets brought to the public attention the uproar lasts about 2 days and then the big-wigs go right back to what they were doing and the worker who dared say something loses his job.\n\nIf you know a way to fix this let me know. I would be on board very quickly!
368614
Well, needless to say that favortism is bad and illegal. Fraternization is illegal. Put those two together, and BAM!... you have a new boss.
638438
Because that's how people do politics most of the time- not that I like it. Also, I think approval ratings had  to do with it.
570822
most places have someone like your co-worker.
535941
cause more than one person wants the job and they get jealous!
17076
Of course there is! Especially if you get to work with people who share the same values you have.  But it's never going to be 100% happy all the time. There will always be conflict but how it's resolved can make a different between a good workplace or a bad one.
33498
Because in most corporate companies, your not seen as a "person", your seen as a robot, number, etc. Take your pick. That's why my hubby and I own our own business. When I had our son, I just stopped working! :)
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I found that it usually how you treat and deal with people which results in how they act toward you.  It helps to be friendly and  polite. \n\nDepending on the situtation, some workers will  see you as an impedance or worse as a threat to their job.   Others considered their behaviour as being professional.
90100
Unions are so strong that they will stop at nothing to defeat a non union shop.  All the people that are saying bad things about Wal Mart don't work there.  Every time I go in there, the people are VERY pleasant (not like someone who hates their job).  It's too bad, but people don't take the time to find out for themselves, so they just believe what they hear and call it fact.
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Are these issues about other employees that you don't know or from office gossip?  I would learn to do my job and feel the place first before voicing opinions.  They may start seeing you as a trouble maker and avoid you later.  Try to use your past experience in ways to benefit your current position to perform and excel your duties, then they will see you in a different way to listen more from your performance. Remember action speaks louder than words.
9798
Jealousy of another's superior skills or abilities engeders negative actions such as spreading false rumors about that person.  Another is a common mistake, arguing with co-workers about politics or religion. A former friend can turn on you once he or she discovers you do not agree with their beliefs.  Aggressive ambition also contributes to cutthroat practices such as sabotaging another's work, blaming another for your mistakes or taking credit for someone else's ideas. My best advice is to never tell anyone at work more than the barest of personal information, be pleasant, don't complain or join in ranking fellow workers. Also be a good listener and most of all, keep your mouth shut about your best work ideas until you present them to the proper supervisor and leave your strong opinions on non-work related issues at home. If you must vent or preach, write a letter to the editor or find a chat room online.
260722
I remember talking about this in business class. A higher motivator would be better working conditions. If you give them higher pay they still won't want to be there if the working conditions are bad. If the working conditions are good they are more likely to stay there and still have a small salary. With better working conditions the people are more willing to work overtime to get the extra money they need.
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my initial response was money, but i was wrong. people take it for granted, the more money they make. what motivates employees is satisfaction in their job, doing a job they like and is rewarding, feeling a sense of accomplishment, having other people rely on you and appreciate you. and  a little more than a pat on the back