ChatGPT said:
If you're in a professional setting and need to express concern about someone who seems lazy and incompetent, the key is to focus on behavior and impact, not personal attacks. You want to sound constructive, objective, and emotionally neutral—even if you're frustrated.
Here are some tactful ways to express that sentiment:
To a manager or HR (professional & strategic):
“I’ve noticed consistent delays and a lack of follow-through on tasks assigned to [Name], which is affecting team progress.”
“There seems to be a recurring pattern of missed deadlines and limited initiative that’s becoming a bottleneck.”
“I’m concerned about [Name]’s engagement level and ability to meet expectations. It may be worth having a performance discussion.”
“I feel like I’m carrying a disproportionate share of the workload. I’d appreciate clarity around roles and accountability.”
To the person directly (if appropriate and safe to do so):
“Is everything okay? I’ve noticed you’ve seemed a bit disengaged lately.”
“I think we may need to recalibrate expectations around workload and timelines—can we align on priorities?”
“I’m finding it tough to move forward when certain pieces aren’t completed. What can we do to stay on track together?”