Conflict 1
You came back from your lunch break 10 minutes late and your boss looks upset.
What is...
You should apologize and never let it happen again. In the future, set an alarm in your phone or watch to remind yoursef to come back on time.
Your coworker asks you to do something that you know is against the company policy.
What is...
Tell your boss privately.
You can't remember if you work next week or if you are off.
What is...
Check your schedule, or if you don't have a schedule available, contact your boss.
You forgot to ask for your birthday off from work and it's next week.
What is...
Ask a coworker to cover your shift for you. In the future, you should request time off at least 2 weeks in advance.
Number of hours per week if "full time"
What is...
35-40
Your friend comes in to visit you at work and your boss looks upset about it.
What is...
Apologize. Ask your boss what the policy is for having friends visit at work. Plan a different time to hang out with your friend.
You forgot your lunch and you see some in the fridge with no name on it.
What is...
Don't take a random lunch! Door dash some lunch for yourself, after checking in with your boss to see if it is okay.
You are not feeling well but you don't want to miss work because you need the money.
What is...
Use your Sick Leave Time by contacting your boss.You have been at work for 6 hours without a break.
What is...
This is against the law! Tell your boss politely, "I would like to take my break now."
"Benefits"
What is...
Health insurance, Dental insurance, Sick Leave Time, Vacation, Retirment account
Your cousin dares you to steal him some merchandise from where you work.
What is...
Tell him no. You could go to jail for that.
Your coworker says something inappropriate to you and it makes you feel uncomfortable.
What is...
Tell your coworker, "I didn't like that." If it makes you feel threatened, tell your boss privately.
Your stomach is bothering you but you re th eonly one working the cash register.
What is...
Radio/ text a coworker or your boss. Or, drink some water or eat a small snack to see if that helps.
Your friends are all going to see a movie this weekend but you have to work. They say you should just call in sick.
What is...
You can't lie to use your Sick Leave Time. Tell them no. Try to plan a different day to see the movie, or pick a time after your shift.
Number of breaks and lunch in your workday
What is...
2 15-minute breaks
1 30-minute lunch
You woke up late and call to let your boss know that you will be running late again and your boss sounds upset.
What is...
Apologize to your boss. Say that it won't happen again. In the future, set more alarms on your phone or watch.
Your coworker got in trouble for something you did.
What is...
Apologize to your coworker. Take responsibility by privately telling your boss.
You forgot to clock out for lunch but you are embarrassed to admit your mistake.
What is...
Tell your boss so they can fix the time clock, and apologize. It's okay to make mistakes!
There is a new employee who is really shy and doesn't know anyone yet.
What is...
Introduce yourself and offer to eat lunch with them.
Amount of time ahead you need to request time off
At least 2 weeks
A customer comes in upset and wants to speak to a manager.
What is...
Stay calm and go get your boss.
There is a customer that just walked in and is harassing you.
What is...
Stay calm and go find your boss. If the customer gets violent, call the police (9-1-1).
Your friend is calling and you are at work but you don't have another break left.
What is...
Quickly text your friend, "Is this an emergency?" If yes, take the phone call and tell your boss.
You don't feel like washing your work uniform again so you just wear it dirty.
What is...
Wash it anyways! You can't go to work in dirty clothes, you could get in trouble with your boss.
Department you contact if you have a problem at work
Your boss or HR