We work in the same factory. I am a leadperson and there is about to be an opening for another one, but my boss doesn't think my son is right for the job even though he has done it multiple times even before i became a Lead. My son is knows more about the job than i do, but now my boss wants to make me the lead over both lines. How can i convince him that my son is the best choice without making myself look incapable of doing my own job?
2007-02-28 20:41:03 · 4 answers · asked by penelopejanepitstop 5 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
You can't and if you try, it is likely to only backfire on you with your boss feeling like you are questioning his decision making ability and he may end not only putting someone else in the lead position for the 2nd line, as he may take it as a sign that you don't think you can handle both lines, but move you out of the lead position entirely.
As a Mom, you are biased whether even though you are not trying to be. Even though your son may know the technicalities of the job better than you do, there is a lot more to know a job and being able to lead people and keep them on track and keep thing running smoothly...it takes maturity, the ability to remain calm under pressure and the ability to correct mistakes and errant behaviors without alienating the person you have to deliver the bad news to, which obviously your boss feels you possess, but your son does not at this point in time.
Just keep encouraging your son to do his best and let his own good works and abilities shine through and eventually he will get a promotion with no help from you.
2007-02-28 22:08:46 · answer #1 · answered by bottleblondemama 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In keeping with the Ten Commandments of Command in private Sector, first obey , then offer your advice. Who knows? Boss may be planning to test you before promoting you higher and then putting up your son in your place. By jumping the Gun and going to him with your advice now, you may compromise the chance for both to get promotion
2007-02-28 20:55:38 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
No Offense intended.
Tend your own business.
Sounds like you son is "of age", and capable. He'll get his advancement in due time.
Be grateful that your boss is recognizing you!
You may ruin it for both of you, if your not careful, plus get your son upset for interfering.
2007-02-28 20:51:08 · answer #3 · answered by pompanopete0 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try it. He would understand a parent feeling that you want a lot for your son. There's nothing wrong in trying.
2007-02-28 20:47:44 · answer #4 · answered by wilma m 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋