One of my work colleages, has very bad working practices. We both work as nurses. They work after work for a consultant & work for cash in hand so they don't pay tax on this money they earn.
There current partner came to visit the department (they also work at the hospital) he got someone to cover the clinic they were working in, so he could go into one of the consulting rooms to make out with his partner. I heard he used to do this all the time with his last partner.
The person they are dating is assisting the matron so if he wants time off (part of his holiday time), he doesn't use the normal channels he just speaks to his partner who arranges it with the department matrons so he has days off at the drop off a hat.
I've not worked in the department long & it's a very closed group, so I'm not sure how to or if I should be report this, I was thinking about writing to the HR department. I'd be greatful for peoples views & ideas on how to deal with this.
2007-03-08 08:49:47 · 7 answers · asked by oreo7504 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
The joys of office politics.
If you haven't been there long - reporting all your colleagues may not be the best tack.
You know what they say - last in, first out. It will not make those who you are not reporting feel comfortable if they think they have a "snitch" in their midst, either.
People with poor work ethics are everywhere and not so uncommon as to think any replacement would suit you better .. so do give it some thought before you act.
2007-03-08 09:05:50 · answer #1 · answered by pepper 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some people will tell you not to be a snitch and grin and bear it, but if we all did that, we would become a banana republic and in the end people get the society they deserve. I think in fairness to other tax payers and obligations to your profession, you should act.
The matter of income tax evasion is very widespread among self employed people, and as you see, even consultants stoop to it. If you think the amount of money involved is significant, you should tip off your tax office anonymously.
The matter of making out in empty rooms, debases the professional nature your work environment and you should bring it to the notice of an appropriate senior person. You can ask him or her to come and listen if they need proof.
In fairness, you should speak to the girl first. Tell her there is nothing personal, you would like to be her friend, but it is completely unprofessional and if it happens again, you will report it. Like that she cannot accuse you of being a snitch and in the end she will respect you for it.
2007-03-08 17:10:00 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are some compelling reasons why you should either report it or leave the job immediately.
If you believe that by reporting it, your life would become endangered, the option is to go quietly but if the HR department is not part of this group, then go ahead and do make the report so that the organisation would be saved from rot.
Your continued stay there would eventually contaminate you and you would become one of them as the bible says; evil communication corrupts good manners.
So, leave or deal with it immediately; for your sake and Hospital's.
2007-03-08 17:12:48 · answer #3 · answered by comradechris 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I have had this similar problem here at my job, different situation but the basis is the same. I just kept quiet, done my job and in the end I was awarded fairly. I wanted to say something I was scared and my family were telling me not to say anything because it could get reversed and I would lose my job. Also every job you work in is going to have people like this some way or fashion. As long as they are not affecting you personally or interfering with your job functions I would mind my own business. Good luck.
2007-03-08 16:55:16 · answer #4 · answered by Jay 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunately, injustices like this are common in the workplace. So even getting a new job won't completely answer your problems but that's the best you can do. That or claim sexual harsment, that always perks up peoples ears.
2007-03-08 16:55:29 · answer #5 · answered by ark 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
id say to be careful here.. as u said u are new! but of course u shouldnt jus accept this either. as one said already make sure you have proof before continuing with this. if it comes down to it , you may very well be the one that suffers when they close ranks.. make sure you can support every claim. HR may possibly be aware of some of these issues already. hopefully, they will welcome your standing for the better of the workplace.
good luck with this.. xxx
2007-03-08 17:05:06 · answer #6 · answered by Seona 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you have to report this but you have to have solid proof, you cant use hearsay or rumour, dont forget its your word agaisnt thiers.
keep a diary, get evidence then take the case to hr
2007-03-08 16:53:18 · answer #7 · answered by bargoed2004 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋