The "sandwich" technique なるものの練習。 The "sandwich" techniqueとは、本当に言いたいことを真ん中に入れて、前後は相手を立てる言い方だそう。
1.Start by saying something positive. 2.Explain the problem clearly and check the person uderstands. 3.Explain how the person can improve.
具体的には、 -度々会社に遅刻してくる部下への対応
Do you have a few minutes? Let me just say,I'm very happy with all extra work you've been doing. (パンの部分) ↓ However I've notice that you've been late for work a couple of times this month. (具の部分) ↓ May be you should try to take an earlier train in the mornings. (パンの部分)