I only had 9 hours of overtime for the month when I requested more and a total of 15 hours for the month. Since then, a person has been hired to help me and another is expected within the month. She made the remarks in front of a coworker and I was really taken by surprise. The majority of people who work overtime have more than I do! (We're in the midst of recruiting more people.) I put it on the back burner so I would not say or do anything rash, but I am really unhappy about it and evidently there are alot of people who think it is hilarious.
2006-09-10 08:50:46 · 3 answers · asked by joyann 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
that is sexual harrassment, calling you a whore for any reason. go to your HR person right away, or see a lawyer. esp. since you have a witness!
2006-09-10 08:54:06 · answer #1 · answered by WendyD1999 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Speak to your boss and politely and respectfully tell him you did not appreciate that comment and would prefer it if he spoke to you in a professional manner.
By being open and honest, but not inflammatory, you will get your point across without offending your boss as well.
The bottom line is you want to solve the problem and have a nice work environment.
Threatening lawsuits and harassment never solved anything.
If it is a recurring problem, then I would go over his head to HR or his supervisor.
But document all communications and meetings regarding this and your attempts to remedy it so you protect yourself.
But if you have a good relationship with your boss (or OK for that matter) like the job and wish to stay their, then pull the person aside and speak candidly and always start every sentence with "I"
When you say "you did this or that and you are wrong" it puts them on the defensive.
Stating "I am upset" or "I am hurt" or "I feel as though" etc...is the best way to communicate your feelings.
I am sorry you had to go through that. But be professional and straight forward, non threatening and responsive, and you will probably get him to recognize that he was wrong on his own and an apology will ensue.
But document everything in case of backlash.
There is no easy way out, but hope you find your way in this situation.
2006-09-10 09:02:18 · answer #2 · answered by dudenj84 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not familiar with your workplace environment and the slang that is used, but that does seem inappropriate coming from a superior.
We ride people hard for overtime and working their days off...calling them many names......Usually will just "Moo" at them for "Milking the Clock".
2006-09-10 09:05:31 · answer #3 · answered by tjjone 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋