Why Do Employees Steal?
Most employees do not steal from an employer because of a need. Usually, opportunity presents itself, and if the odds of being caught are low, an employee may consider something because he has a negative perception of the workplace. If your teen has a mean boss or if he feels he should have received a promotion, your child may think it is okay to take something from the workplace because, in his mind, he deserves it. If the morale of the workplace is low, your teen should consider finding employment where the attitude is upbeat and creates a balance of respect between the employer and the employee. Truth and Consequences Your teen needs to understand the financial devastation caused by employee theft, as well as possible consequences to his own personal freedoms should he consider taking something from his workplace. • Stealing causes financial damage to a company. It doesn’t matter what is stolen. The replacement cost for the stolen inventory or cash puts a burden on businesses, and i
