How to Deal With an Unmotivated Co-Worker

When at the workplace, one of the most irritating aspects of your job that you may be forced to deal with is an unmotivated co-worker. An unmotivated co-worker can cause many problems, including an increased workload for yourself. By following a few steps, you can learn how to best deal with an unmotivated co-worker.

Instructions

1. Confront the unmotivated co-worker. Sometimes, a person can become unmotivated due to problems in their personal life. If that is the case, you can offer your help. If the co-worker sounds like they could use a therapist, you can recommend one. Use a therapist locator website to find a therapist in your area.

2. Talk to your boss and explain the situation. In larger companies, it's possible that management may be unaware of a worker who is unmotivated. Once they have been made aware, they can implement new rules or procedures to help motivate employees. For example, a company can institute employee bonuses based on performance. Performance bonuses can go a long way in helping motivate workers.

3. Avoid unmotivated co-workers if possible. If an unmotivated co-worker is stopping you from reaching your potential in the workplace, try to avoid the co-worker. You can ask to be moved or re-assigned to a different department if the problem becomes big enough.

4. Stay patient. An unmotivated worker usually doesn't last long in the workplace. Sooner or later, the management is going to notice the decline in work and they will do something about it. Also, unmotivated workers will oftentimes leave a job that they don't think offers enough of a challenge. If you can weather the storm, you will be able to outlast the unmotivated co-worker.

Resources

• Locate a therapist in your area.
• Get tips for dealing with problems with co-workers.
• Find a new job.