Question: How do you put up with coworkers that are 16 and 17 that act immature all the time and get away with it? I work at a local grocery store, so it's not the most important job in the world, but I act my age (20) do my work and keep my mouth shut. However, my co-workers seem to think whining that they wanna go home, or I'm bored is okay, and they never get into trouble. Any advice?

Answer: Don't get angry or upset with them.  Instead, if they whine TO you, say something like, "I prefer not to speak badly about my employer and colleages."  Say it in a totally neutral tone of voice and then go back to what you were doing.  At first they might be a little bit angry, but that's just because they've suddenly realized that their behavior is not appropriate.  If it happens repeatedly and/or in front of customers, I suggest speaking to your supervisor about the potential negative effects this could have on business.  Alternately, get your mom or dad to anonymously write a "Comment Card" saying that they don't want to shop in that store because the high-school age employees make them uncomfortable with all their whining!
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