I have a team member that, no matter the situation, leaves at 5:00pm every day. Should I look to replace this person?

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I have a team member that will leave at 5:00 pm every day, even when situations call for more work to be done afterwards. He works very hard when he's there, never comes in late, and he's a salaried employee. He is valuable to the project, but he also causes heartache when he refuses to stay a little late for a task that needs to be addressed right then. I've been asked by several members of the team to replace him. He knows his skills are vital to the project, and he uses it against the team and the company. His skills won't easily be replaced if I let him go, but he does just as much damage and he does good at times. I've tried talking to him, but he refuses to listen. Is there a good way to handle this situation?

Posted: May 22, 2018 1:17 AM

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Drew Craig Sr. Agile & Product Coach| Vanguard Philadelphia, Pa, United States

Gentlemen, if I could raise the 'let's be courteous and professional' flag.

Please, we don't want this kind of tone, language, or behavior in the community. Please keep the discussion civil. Can be lively, and we can certainly disagree, but let's remain respectful and professional.
Thank you!

Posted: Mar 14, 2020 7:59 AM

Adrian Carlogea Australia

Mar 14, 2020 7:27 AM

Replying to Daire Guiney

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Dear Bruce,

If this is how you deal with people I can now see why the employee only works his contracted hours.

You sound like some college jock not like any project managers that I would associate with.

I would stand by what Adrian says and believe your name calling is not fit for this forum.

I believe that Adrian is owed an apology and if you are not manly enough to do that then I suggest you should find some other forum of a similar ilk to express your personal opinion.

Daire

Thank you very much Daire.

I would have never expected such a reaction on this website. I mean I have disagreed with your opinion which might have gotten you a little bit upset but you haven't called me names even if you might have not liked what I wrote. I haven't called you names either even if I disagreed with you.

I believe Bruce has moved from the professional to the political side and maybe he is vary passionate about politics. Maybe my comment to you was also a little bit political too but I am not afraid to admit that I support the center left (NOT Communism) and workers rights are very important for me.

Thanks again for your support. :)

Posted: Mar 14, 2020 1:49 PM

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