What do I do if I need to work with 2 irresponsible colleagues?
104525
I have myself gone through a similar situation. So, what I did in that case was I tried to make my colleagues do their share of work, but it just wasn't working. Finally, what I did was, since I was concerned about my mark, I asked them what THEY wanted to do. And it ended up as - I did more work than they did, but still, we finally, did a good presentation and got a good mark.
1064293
Got some examples of what they're doing?  I can give specifics with how to deal with the situation if I knew.  Otherwise, go off on them--make it loud, don't beat around the bush, make sure you do it while others are present, and tell that individual you're tired of putting up with the childish BS.  If that doesn't work, report them to your supervisor, and document each instance in case you need to file legally (it's called a hostile work environment).  This is my suggestion, since my preferred tactics for this type of scenario aren't for everyone.
964939
Keep your friends close, but your enemies closer.\n\nbefriend this person, don't complain about them any more, and wham when ever they say  bad - you can casually mention to the boss which is negative about the job or your boss let your boss know :)  Yeah be a backstabber/brown noser
682710
listen to your employees.  That is the problem where I work at.  Don't have favorites and treat everyone equal
81467
Tell them you have deadlines to meet and that you really can't stand around and talk to them. Try to keep working the best you can. Ask them if they would please let you get your work done and maybe you could arrange to meet them after work.
625987
Look them directly in the eye the first time they do it and ask them if they're feeling ok.  Then tell them your expectation is that they will treat you with respect.  If they continue, document every incident so that you have specifics to present to your supervisor.  Many managers would like to also deal with the issue but it is difficult when employees only approach them with generalities like "Susy Q. is rude to me."  Managers need specifics to be able to address the issue with the employee.  They need to know exactly what was said by both of you, the date and time, and if there were any witnesses.  If you provide this, you will find get better responses.  Also, ask yourself why you have had this issue on every job.  Perhaps you could take a conflict resolution course as well.  Also, most often the guilty party is a completely different person in front of the manager so it sometimes takes awhile for the manager to ferret out the real situation.
310647
Well......keep following the rules But Do Not and I repeat Do Not follow your co-workers around telling them how they are not following the rules and also don't be a "tattle tale".   Nobody likes working with someone like that. And as Crazy as it sounds just because you follow all the rules to a T it doesn't mean that You are more productive or a more valuable employee than someone who may bend them sometimes. Just focus on your own work and what you do and you won't have time to worry about who is following the rules.    Good Luck.
429030
You don't have to like everyone that you work with but you do need to remain professional enough to do your job still. Treat your ex-friend the same way you treat your other team members otherwise you'll end up getting fired.
784147
When dealing with an envious co-worker, I kill them with kindness, and I'm not talking about lip service. You must be genuine when doing this for it to work. Obviously they have massive insecurities, and perceive you as some kind of threat. I would also suggest keeping ones personal, and professional life mum. In essence, do not give anyone a reason to hold you in contempt. The old saying is true, "keep your friends close, your enemies closer".
152882
Have a 'pizza' day or the like.  (Bribery can go a long way :) )\n\nHave group projects to get them to have more teamwork and get along better.\n\nStand up for them. (try to show that you, as the boss, are the same as them, the employee) - but not so much that you're not still seen as the boss!
730945
Tell that person to go and find another co-worker to work for them... or no-can-do... they should have put in their request earlier... it is a wedding... and those invitations always come early.
736080
Let me get this straight.....You and another person have the same job in the same department, you are equals in every way.\n\nYou do your job without assistance and you do not take off any time from work. The other person does not complete her work and misses work on a regular basis because of kid (s). She needs assistance to maintain her job.\n\nHow is she treated as if she was not out of the office due to the kid?  That's the part that bothers me.\n\nOther than that, If I am right, you should be treated EXACTLY the same. You both have vacation time, personal days, whatever to use at your discretion. You use your time and when it is depleted you don't get paid. If you request help in getting your work finished, fine, what are the rules governing help? You should both receive help if it is warranted for whatever reason.\n\nWhat I am saying is, you have guidelines and department rules. You follow them. That is not to say that your performance is not superior to hers. If so, you could be promoted and she could be left behind. \n\nIf she is sneaking out and getting away with it, then that is another story and you need to report it to your supervisor.
514457
I understand how frustating that could be but don't get yourself all worked up over it.  Keep doing what you are supposed to do.  Don't worry about your co-worker.  I'm pretty sure that your employer will catch up to him or her eventually.
581783
This question is in Careers and Employment, so I suggest you dump them both, get a job and earn your own keep instead of playing one guy against the other.
923063
Surely there must be somone you work with or who works nearby who parks in the same place or could use a lift.  I would find someone who you could walk with - there must be one person nearby who has similar working hours.  Try putting a message on the office noticeboard or asking the staff of local shops to see if anyone there has the same problem.  \nWho knows you may even make a new friend.
920745
just remind them that your all on the same team and that you take your orders from whoever your boss really is or when they give you orders say, sorry but can't, i have to have this done because whoever asked me for it.  sooner or later they will get the picture.
636698
DO AS MUCH WORK OR MORE IF YOU WANT TO GET MORE MONEY. SHOW THE BOSS WHAT YOU ARE WORTH. YOUR COWORKER DON'T WORRY ABOUT THEM WORRY ABOUT YOUR SELF THAT IS NOT BEING SELFISH. IF THAT COWORKER IS ASKING YOU TO DO WORK FOR THEM TELL THEM NO WHAT ARE THEY GOING TO DO TELL THE BOSS THAT YOU WON'T DO THE WORK THAT THEY ARE TO BE DOING I THINK NOT.