If you’re like me, you spent most of your summer working ridiculous hours trying to scrape up as much money as possible. You forced yourself to go to work and tried to convince yourself that working for minimum wage was something to be happy about. There are all kinds of people in the same position, but regardless of what business you’re in, there are a couple of types that always seem to pop up. After working three jobs this summer, I found that there are four different types of coworkers across the board: the lazy one, the kiss ass, the one who never actually shows up to work, and the one who works nonstop. No matter what profession, you’re bound to see these four types of coworkers.
1. The Lazy One
We hate this person. They are the type of employee that shows up, clocks in, and spends the remainder of their shift on the phone or running away from responsibility. We all want to scream at this person in frustration. It’s a wonder how they keep their job… maybe they have an in with the manager? Who knows... The lazy employee gets away with doing absolutely nothing while still being able to get the same paycheck as everyone else. While it might not be fair, we have to commend them for having a topnotch skill in deception. Congratulations.
2. The Kiss Ass
This type of employee can be spotted a mile away. They are always talking to the managers and have a leg up on all the other employees. While some are painfully nice and sweet, others just try to get ahead by any means. This type of coworkers normally manages to make them selves known immediately. They can’t help it. They enjoy being the best and sucking up to others.
3. The One Who Never Actually Works
Have you ever checked the schedule and seen a name that’s familiar, but you just can’t put a face to it? Yep. This is the coworker who never actually shows up to work. They always end up scheduled, but no one knows who this mystery employee is. This coworker usually works one shift here and there, and then gets all their other shifts covered. I guess this is one approach to keeping your foot in the door.
4. The Workaholic
This employee, unlike the one mentioned before, is always working. This person is at work all the time even though they’re scheduled for maybe two shifts, max. This coworker has magic abilities to pick up everyone’s shifts and work unimaginable workdays. Either this person is super human or they have no life.
I have to admit, I’ve been both 3 and 4 on this list. During this last summer, I was a workaholic. I took on doubles, even triple shifts. I would spend all day working my butt off. On the other hand, during the school year, I’m more of a coworker who never actually works. I usually give my shifts away and only work once in a while. It’s not the best attendance record, but it allows me to keep my job and earn a paycheck here and there. Next time you go to work, think of these four types of coworkers. I guarantee you’ll be able to sort them out immediately!
