Do you have an example of under performance in your current work environment, perhaps related to your work during this course?

Under performance is a problem in all walks of life…in government, in business, at home.

Do you have an example of under performance in your current work environment, perhaps related to your work during this course? What do you think can be done to combat this growing problem?

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Underperformance is a situation whereby an employee is not undertaking their tasks according to the minimum set standards, or even not doing their work at all. It also includes inappropriate behavior, disruptions or negative attitudes, and not following procedures, rules, and policies. There are many reasons for underperforming, which includes lack of motivation, lack of clear objectives, heavy workload, and no room for personal growth, among others.

In the workplace, underperformance can manifest itself in different ways. For example, an employee may not be able to meet the standards of work assigned. This situation may be caused by the employee’s frequent mistakes, not following the instructions, or even being unable to follow a task to its completion. In xxx a situation, communication xxx the xxx and employee is xxx. The xxx should address xxx problematic xxx promptly xxx clearly as xxx arise. Deferring xxx would only lead to xxx issues. The xxx should xxx with the employee to discuss, agree, and document a solution.