5 sure-shot ways you could get yourself fired
You are setting yourself up for getting fired if you turn up late to work every day. It’s even worse if you’re new to the job. You join meetings after they start, because you think the first half-hour isn’t important. Over time, you start missing deadlines and skipping meetings. Make others wait and slow down their work whenever you can.
You only stick to your given job duties and never go beyond them. You avoid helping others out, even when they need support. Over time, you also stop raising your hand for extra work and always stay clear of leadership roles. Organisations want employees who are collaborative, who take initiative and are self-driven.
You start your day by saying something bad about someone you spoke to yesterday. You share private things you know about a coworker, and you are good at gossip and spreading negativity. Later, you begin telling made-up stories that get people’s attention. If you want to get fired, acting dishonestly is a great way to do it.
You start your day by avoiding everyone. You stay quiet, walk off while others talk, and ignore any advice or instructions. Over time, you stop learning anything new at work, and your refusal to adapt could mean that before long, you’ll be replaced.
You keep updating everyone on what you're doing so it feels like you’re always online. Eventually, your boss will realize you’re constantly active, and may stop asking you to come to the office when your social media already shows you’re “at work.”
