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Students and Novice Stage Managers / Re: Student Stage Manager's Challenge #4: When being an SM and a friend collide
« on: Jan 04, 2009, 03:29 pm »
I've dealt with this in a variety of workplace settings. Sadly, a lot of "friends" think they can take advantage of the situation.
I'd start by telling her honestly that her constant tardiness is effecting the integrity of the show. I know she's dealing with a lot, but she made a commitment in taking this role, a commitment to a lot of people. I'd let her know that if she's late again, we may have to reconsider whether or not she can handle something like this at this time. She's had many opportunities to remedy the situation, and we can no longer accomadate individuals who can't be on time.
I guess it sounds harsh, but its helped in the situations I've dealt with. You can't always be someone's friend.
I'd start by telling her honestly that her constant tardiness is effecting the integrity of the show. I know she's dealing with a lot, but she made a commitment in taking this role, a commitment to a lot of people. I'd let her know that if she's late again, we may have to reconsider whether or not she can handle something like this at this time. She's had many opportunities to remedy the situation, and we can no longer accomadate individuals who can't be on time.
I guess it sounds harsh, but its helped in the situations I've dealt with. You can't always be someone's friend.