Last year I have gained a new supervisor on my job. first meeting her she was told negitive things about me by two employees that does not like me anyway. when meeting her I introduced myself first. and she did not want to give eye contact, nor shake hands. I have a career outside this job that require me to attend court maybe once a year. she gave me pure hell to be able to attend court she tried to stop me from going. since then she's nice some days, sometimes you never no what angle she is comming from. there was some information that she passed on to me. then her supervisor had a mix up on a situation with another co-worker of mine. some other info was given to my co-worker by telephone a new message. then my supervisor screams at me when I'm explaining the situation. my supervisor yelled at me in front of a lot of people.
2006-10-13 17:10:41 · 4 answers · asked by noraminer@yahoo.com 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Sounds like the supervisor is mostly the problem to me. As for not wanting to shake hands, that's her call... although it is unusual in business. I would mimic her behavior... perhaps she wants to be treated the way she treats others; however, I wouldn't do anything inappropriate... like yelling. I would refer to her as "ma'am" or Ms. (Blank)... I would be always formal and would never socialize with her unless specifically asked to do so. And if I were you, I'd have an exit strategy planned... keep your job prospects open... it doesn't hurt to look for a better job with better work conditions.
2006-10-14 03:45:42 · answer #1 · answered by Mike S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would document every instance when it happens, including the date, time and anyone who was present. Don't keep the documentation at work, make notes and email them home or just make your notes at home.
You should ask for a meeting with her and her supervisor, or someone in human resources. Explain what has happened; let them know that you want to know what can be done to improve the work atmosphere. Hopefully you've been a good employee (no tardies, no sloppy work, no write-ups) so she really can't nail you for anything.
Also, think long and hard about whether the job is worth keeping. If not, I'd document the heck out of my situation and take them to court for creating a hostile work environment. Give the company the chance to make it right. Note everything that happens after your meeting, and I do mean EVERYTHING. If she retaliates against you or the harassment continues, take them to court. No one should be treated like that.
2006-10-14 00:19:34 · answer #2 · answered by Le_Roche 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to request a meeting with all persons involved and the HR person. Clear the air, be honest. Always make sure they will know you are a loyal honest employee that will not take advantage.
2006-10-14 00:17:36 · answer #3 · answered by Redhead 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be nice to her and look for another job.
2006-10-14 00:18:22 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋