Posted by JD Seller on August 03, 2014 at 08:26:24 from (208.126.198.123):
Edd in Ky's post about his experience in a store created a good discussion. He later asked if the quality of today's worker has declined. I would have to say YES!!!!!
You would not believe how people come to job interviews or even to fill out job applications. I don't expect a suit and tie but clean an not club style would be nice.
When we still had the semi trucks I had a fellow come to do a ride and drive. He came in a tank top, shorts and flip flops. I had told him that the companies we haul out of required: sleeved shirts, close top shoes, and long legged pants. I did not even bother having him drive, just sent him on his way.
Also there is a large percentage of the young people that do not have a practical education. They can't add without a calculator(taught in school that way), Write in proper English (slang is the norm for many), Talk in a business climate(meaning knowing how to be respectful and courteous). They know who the hottest new star is but can't tell you who the president is. They get 90% of their news from the comedians making fun of the "serious" people. Many do not know how to act in a business climate (no profanity and limit personal calls/texts, etc.)
The trouble had always been there for a percentage of each age group but it is getting to be a larger percentage in today's younger generation.
Much of this is the fault of the schools but the main culprits are poor parents.
The next generation is going to have a way different split of haves and have nots. There are well educated and driven young people but they are a smaller minority. That fact will be reflected in their earnings big time. I am afraid the "masses" will scream for the Government to "level" the field for them. Meaning tax the worker bees harder to give it to the ones that don't work. Look to Europe to see how that has worked out for them. Mostly low growth and shrinking economies.
For all the positive things happening there are thing to be concerned about too.
PS. I am against illegal workers big time but I have had them come around looking for work. They usually are better dressed and politer than the legally born group. Makes you wonder.
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