The squeaky wheel gets the grease, yes, but Management at times can get *slightly* miffed at repeated (read: incessant) employee demands and workplace observations. K.Lo, bless her little heart, tends to get stuck on a phrase in the manner of a broken record until The Manager acknowledges, YES, I see what you are talking about. There it is. And then there's the aforementioned problem of the FAEV. Combined, Broken Record Syndrome (BRS) and the FAEV are a formidable communication tactic.

The trouble comes in addressing the squeaky wheel, and here I invite you to contribute your own ideas. What response would be most effective in addressing a two-year employee who is stuck on "repeat?" How do you respond to behaviors in the workplace that push your buttons.

Thank you in advance for your assistance.

MEMO

To: N.Lo
From: The Manager
Re: Speaking Up

Please be advised (my darling little employee) that if you find your working conditions less than satisfactory, you are encouraged and even required to speak up. Voice your concern to The Manager, who will address that concern accordingly. That means, next time, should your eardrum rupture, it is okay to complain! Even be in a bad mood! Before two whole weeks have passed, and Your Manager still hasn't done anything about it because nothing seems to be bothering you, other than a little ear gunk.

So, fuss a little, please! Stop smiling and being all cute and pleasant! File that Sick Leave Request. Just keep The Manager apprised, it's all I ask.

This increased effort toward clear communication will ensure that our company operates at maximum productivity, with minimum levels of employee dissatisfaction. Thank you kindly for your cooperation. My sweet little N.Lo.

Sincerely,
Your Manager

Why is it an unreasonable request to simply ask the employee to go to sleep, even if he's only been with the company a few months? N.Lo, did you forget to read your training manual? Afternoon Break is mandatory for all employees!

Attention all employees,

This notice serves as a reminder of our company policy regarding whining. The Manager recognizes that employees, especially two-year employees, will whine. Since the dawn of time, small workers have operated under the misconception that whining is an effective way to communicate. And perhaps it can be, but not in our company. Here at The Lo. Co., whining falls on deaf ears. All employee demands and/or requests for assistance will only be acknowledged when spoken in a pleasant, or at least non-abrasive, manner.

I reiterate this policy for both your sake and mine. That is all.

Sincerely,
The Manager