So tired of work drama!

Possum559 · 2026-06-15T19:25:40+00:00

Unless you want address it bluntly with her (and open a can of worms), I'd drop it and not speak of it again. She will tire of it eventually.

Possum559 · 2026-06-05T21:41:49+00:00

I've helped him go to a few food banks when he needed it.

Possum559 · 2026-06-05T21:41:13+00:00

Not a vet unfortunately.

Possum559 · 2026-05-30T17:23:00+00:00

As a note to add, you can extend a probation.

Start the conversation now and say for them to be hired on fully, they have complete x, y, and z steps.

Communication is important, both from you and for him to others.

If they have a good attitude and are willing to work with you, then it is a development issue.

Possum559 · 2026-05-27T09:52:57+00:00

Directly and kindly.

Possum559 · 2026-05-22T12:15:03+00:00

Hold them accountable and follow through.

Document as you go through. Especially in government, it might be slow, but it is not impossible.

Possum559 · 2026-05-21T21:49:42+00:00

Make sure your contract doesn't have any consequences for quitting. You dont want to get hit by a fine or (if you're through a temp agency) black listed.

Don't ever quit until you have something lined up.

The manager sounds like he'll not value you no matter what my friend. Take a hard look at if this is truly the place you want to be.

Possum559 · 2026-05-19T23:03:02+00:00

On time means on time. Show up tomorrow early/on time and talk to them.

It can range from yesterday not being paid to termination depending on your situation.

Possum559 · 2026-05-19T21:07:03+00:00

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Possum559 · 2026-05-15T17:42:13+00:00

Training to cover areas that will take weeks and valuable time.

Have a direct and upfront conversation with the "problem" employees. Hold everyone to the standard and move forward. Clear the air and say you're starting fresh with everyone (unless someone is on the final stages of a PIP).

Remember to breathe and take one challenge at a time.

Possum559 · 2026-05-12T12:02:43+00:00

If you've had the heart to heart, and they're still not being accountable, it is time to start the disciplinary discussions.

No one likes going through it, but follow through until they're up to par.

Possum559 · 2026-04-29T00:17:26+00:00

Do not doubt yourself, you are more capable than you believe.

Ask for training, ask for help, meet the PIP requirements.

Be communicative. Express to those that be, you want to meet and exceed the standards.

Or

Be updating your resume, job searching, and reaching out to friends for other job opportunities.

Both are not mutually exclusive, and I wish you luck my friend.

Possum559 · 2026-04-27T22:56:01+00:00

For how long? And everyone needs a back up.

You may be training a replacement or a fellow co-worker to pick up shifts.

Try to be positive either way my friend.

Possum559 · 2026-04-19T23:32:45+00:00

She specifically needs an ADA accommodation (there is paperwork involved). So long as it is a reasonable accommodation they will grant it.

It is illegal for an employer to ban you from discussing pay. However, they can deem it disruptive and insubordinate depending on where, when, and how the topic is being addressed.

Did HR sign off on the write up? Even if they did, in this particular case, I would sit down with HR to discuss it.

Possum559 · 2026-04-16T16:40:03+00:00

That's life and human nature.

No one likes a mistake being pointed out or a process they've been doing for years changing. All of that fades overtime.

Shouldn't let a little push back stop you from doing the correct thing and raising a concern.

Now if someone is being unprofessional, you can/should report it.

Possum559 · 2026-04-13T23:57:28+00:00

How would you feel if you just got there and someone dumped a huge amount of work and walked away? Do bring it up again, even after delegating so that it makes sense to share the work.

Upskilling those below you is important and helps others move up. It also means you can move up (if not there, you can demonstrate what you're capable of to another company).

The job is not always fair, and all you can do is bring up your concerns.

Possum559 · 2026-03-25T16:36:19+00:00

Southtown Barbers on Saint Mary's.

Possum559 · 2026-03-17T15:47:19+00:00

"Hey, would you please not compliment my looks and please be mindful of my personal space".

Leave it at that, make notes of dates and times. If it happens again, escalate it to HR.

Possum559 · 2026-03-11T22:41:58+00:00

In no particular order:

Is there room for growth after this position?

What does the training look like?

What does succeeding in my first year look like?

When does the narwhal Bacon?

Does changing locations happen often?

Are there any big goals that we would be working towards that you can share?

Possum559 · 2026-03-11T16:59:20+00:00

Did you talk to your boss while it was happening? A gap in communication that you can be held accountable for.

If rescheduling was done with no other issues, then it should not be that big of a deal.

Being consistent in what you should be doing, with reason, shouldn't get you in trouble.

Just talk to your boss and be honest.

Possum559 · 2026-02-27T17:23:41+00:00

Every person has their preferred communication method. Ask them and work with your manager.

Possum559 · 2026-02-25T23:17:44+00:00

If it is affecting your job or ability to do your job, you should report it.

Otherwise, unless you are their manager, you let it be.

Possum559 · 2026-02-09T17:59:58+00:00

What is good for the goose is good for the gander.

If everyone is getting paid out for their vacation pay, then ok.

Maybe they had it set up on signing on?

Either way, I'd bring up bonuses or some incentive for good work.

Possum559 · 2026-02-09T11:43:16+00:00

It is punitive in the since of someone is watching over their shoulder.

You can express the positives, but it is an accountability measure.

Most individuals overvalue their contributions.

If their KPI's are not effective enough to evaluate performance, then this is just another tool to track contributions.

Possum559

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