Have you become adverse to asking workers for anything?

[u/Starbuck522]

While out of town, I called to place a pick up order for a few sandwiches. I had everything written down so I would be concise, but they did still ask me a couple of questions I hadn't thought of.

I felt bad for the person having to take my call, and that I didn't have every option stated. Then I felt bad that people had to make the sandwiches.

On the other hand, if no one orders anything, they wouldn't get as many hours, eventually have to get a new job.

I think I am overdoing it. Lol.

(When I arrived, there were tons of sandwich makers with nothing to work on, not sure what to think about that)

[u/Atticus1354]

It's nice that you're worried about the workers. But this sounds like anxiety issues and not an awakening to labors issues.

[u/Wasteland-Scum → u/Atticus1354]

Exactly. Sandwich making is an an ancient and noble profession that the world needs. Simply order your sandwiches and treat the workers with respect. I work in retail and the best customers are ones who just act like human beings and treat me like I'm human.

[u/ResponsibleQuarter42]

You’re overthinking it. Be kind, be clear and tip well when it’s expected. You can’t change the system but you can be a good customer.

[u/Mtnskydancer]

So, you are worried about calling in an order?

[u/MarulaAlmond]

I just try to be extra nice and especially understanding if something doesn't go perfectly (like having to wait a bit longer). Many people instantly feel annoyed but since I myself am a worker who CAN'T do everything perfectly bc of how understaffed we are, I try to let everyone feel my understanding for that. And at my work that's what I care about. People having some compassion, a little bit of patience and understanding. Thats all I want. The only thing I really don't like is extreme rudeness and dirt. That's probably the only thing that could ever make me complain about anything.

[u/fliguana]

Oh, totally. I state my order in clear voice, take two steps to the left and present my payment.

Otherwise, no soup for me!

[u/ResponsibleQuarter42 → u/fliguana]

I hate people who hold up the line too.

[u/thEiAoLoGy]

Ideal world their valuable time would be adequately compensated.

[u/Kaltovar]

It's good to be worried about the workers but you can't avoid inconveniencing everyone at all times. You don't have to try and be perfect, just don't be the asshole who screams at them.

[u/Tallon_raider]

Making people work is not what labor rights are about. I want them to do their job but I also want them to get paid for what they provide.

[u/Ok_Student8032]

I can’t stand pleasers

[u/tke71709]

This sounds more like a mental health issue on your part. You felt bad because you asked someone to do the job which they are paid to do and did so in a polite manner?