One bad apple can spoil the whole bunch - at work. Problem employees...

Problem employees - most of us know one, work with one - or might even be one...

One bad employee can take a real toll on the team and here are some tell-tale signs that suggest that guy or gal has got to go: 

* One foot out the door: Employees who continually complain about deserving a raise or frequently mention other job opportunities are not invested in the company and might need a push ALL the way out the door.

* Miserable meetings: If one member on the team feels compelled to constantly point out negatives or sidetrack every meeting, they can be poisonous to productivity.

* That’s not my job: In today’s business landscape, that’s often a downsizing reality. However, employees who can’t deal with that and pitch in like their coworkers will just make matters worse.

* I give up: Good problem solvers make for good employees. Those who are easily defeated by an obstacle or are lacking drive should probably just stay home.