How do you get an employee to do something they don't want to do?

How do you convince an employee to do something?

How do you deal with an employee who does not complete tasks?

How do you get employees to do what they are told?

How do you tell an employee they need to step up?

Acknowledge them on the spot for stepping up — A few seconds of genuine one-on-one acknowledgement and recognition can go a long way toward reinforcing an employee's willingness to step up and stand tall. Show you appreciate their above-and-beyond commitment with a reward that matches the result.

Get Employees To Do Jobs They Don’t Like

How do you make your employees take you seriously?

Can an employee refuse to do certain tasks?

Does a worker have the right to refuse dangerous work? The answer is YES, every individual worker has the right to refuse to do dangerous work. Workers have this right under the Common Law Contract of Employment.

What to do if a team member is not contributing?

How do you handle a pushback employee?

How do you convince a coworker to try something new?

Get everyone to agree on what the change is and why it's happening. Be empathetic yet firm in communicating the changes. Address concerns or fears right away and identify the root cause. Then solicit ideas on how best to address them.

How do you get your team to listen to you?

How do I order something without being bossy?

How do you deal with employees who don't respect you?

How do you handle a defiant employee?

How do you handle an undermining employee?

How do you deal with a team member not pulling their weight?

How do you deal with coworkers who don't want to work?

How do you deal with a team member who constantly oppose your ideas?

Can I be fired for refusing to do something not in my job description?

So, the short answer is, yes, your employer may assign you tasks not specifically outlined in your job description. Unless you work under a collective bargaining agreement or contract, your employer can legally change your duties. Let me offer more detail.

Can I get fired for refusing to do a task?

It's perfectly legal for employers to terminate at will employees who refuse to perform regular job duties or temporary job duties as assigned.

What are some examples of insubordination?

How do you handle employees who overstep their boundaries?

Make Them Feel Involved

Leaders who feel overstepped should actively involve those employees in the decision making process. They can do this by reframing the conversation and asking questions to make them feel like their opinion matters as well as further explaining the why behind the final decision.

How do you deal with an employee who thinks they are better than they are?

How do you handle a stubborn subordinate?

How do you address a disrespectful employee?