No job is guaranteed as there are many factors that contribute to how long a person will keep their current job position. These factors include, but are not limited to: job performance, work attendance, workplace sexual harassment, workplace safety, alcohol/drug abuse, and economics. Some of these factors could make working conditions unfavorable while others could make the workplace unsafe. Employees who do not follow their employers' policies and procedures are at risk of losing their jobs. A worker's performance helps determine whether he or she will be an asset to the employer. If a worker performs the work task accurately and at the same time in a timely manner, and possibly showing the initiative to do more than what is required, then he will have a better chance of job security. If a worker performs his or her job effectively and effectively, the job duration is likely to be long. Workers who are unable to perform their job task, or do it poorly, are not an asset and the result could mean they lose their job. Punctuality is essential when you have a job. Show employers that you are responsible and reliable. Regularly showing up five or ten minutes late costs your employer money. Failure to respect the time allowed for illness or holidays puts the employer and other employees in difficulty. If an employee is regularly late to work and/or repeatedly absent from work, they will likely lose that job position. Sexual harassment is a serious problem in the workplace. For example, if a young woman is at the fountain getting a drink and someone walks by her and whistles at her or makes an inappropriate comment, that is sexual harassment. Another example could be anything from reduced benefits, no raises, reduced hours, and layoffs. When the economy is down, some employers cannot afford to maintain a full staff of employees, leading to job losses. All of the above factors can lead to job loss. For most people, unemployment benefits are probably not enough to feed a family, nor to pay for a home, car, food and basic necessities. If you fail to make payments, the bank could seize your home and car. Your standard of living will change dramatically and some families may be forced to rely on welfare. In conclusion, there are many factors that contribute to job loss. Employee performance, work attendance, workplace sexual harassment, workplace safety, alcohol/drug abuse, and the economy. A worker's behavior and actions can increase the likelihood of losing their job.