I took my current job on the understanding that myself and another manager were at equal level, reporting to the Board. I have worked there 9 months - she has been there 18 months. We have worked really well together - as well as covering solo projects. She became annoyed with the way an incident was responded to, and had a showdown with the directors (not relating to me!). She was then offered promotion to director - more money, perks, responsibility etc. to entice her to stay.
I am VERY annoyed - not that she got promotion, but that they didn't appear to consider my situation / perspective. Suddenly she is my boss!!!! (The news hasn't been officially released and the directors don't know that I know!!)
What would you do??
2007-03-25 11:32:28 · 7 answers · asked by Smiler 5 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
The only difficulty would arise if her promotion to director created a vacancy parallel to yours which they then filled. It is possible they acted hastily, but I doubt they can afford to lose you. The best case scenario for this is that they already realise it has created an imbalance. However, it is very unlikely that they will do anything about it unless you take the initiative. Some employees would sooner keep quiet than risk making a fuss.
I would carefully consider what they might realistically offer you as a similar enticement and to redress the situation- what would press your buttons? Are you only in it for the money or can you contrive a package of alternatives which would make her 'promotion' seem tame ?
2007-03-26 02:27:04 · answer #1 · answered by Tertia 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I personally when told by the powers that be, about the other managers promotion, would ask why both of you were not considered for the position of Director. I think that you should both have been given an opportunity to go for the position. However, it may well be that because she acted in the manner that she did over the 'incident that was not responded to', it could have shown that she was what the board were looking for in being an agressive go getter.
I wouldn't ask why until you have been told officially, as it may look like sour grapes.
2007-03-25 11:57:36 · answer #2 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is indeed very frustrating when a colleague is given a promotion for reasons other than their suitability and reward for hard work.
I would wait to see how the situation pans out. If her working attitude towards you changes and your job suffers because of it then you should think about talking to the people who promoted her. If through this promotion your job becomes unbearable then seriously consider moving on - you never know, they may offer you some sort of promotion as an incentive to stay?!
2007-03-25 11:43:48 · answer #3 · answered by Number O 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would just try to live with it - I know it's not what you want to hear but it's kinda all you can do! Either that or threaten to resign and you will probably be oferred a similar deal - but that's always I risky move. I understand why your annoyed tho! I had a similar situation at work. My former collegue, now supperior was my friend and since her promotion she's a real ***** and keeps bossing my around! I'm just trying to live with it and informing management of any unfair treatment!
2007-03-25 11:43:33 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
After the news comes out, ask to meet with the directors and say this to them: "I started here nine months after (name the other person) and discovered that she was recently promoted. I also discovered how ambitious I am and how much I want to succeed. With that in mind, what in all of your eyes are the three things I should always do and three things I should never do to help me most quickly advance in my career?"
Then be quiet, repeat back to them what they said and say: "So if I always did a, b and c and never did x, y and z, that would be a great way to advance in this company?" Then wait for them to say the word, "Yes."
Then say, "I would like to check in with you informally from time to time to see how you feel I have been doing in keeping my commitment to those and also for you to suggest tweaks to improve further. Would that be alright?"
2007-03-25 12:10:46 · answer #5 · answered by DrMarkG 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
show your initiative and address the situation...thats how she got her promotionxx have a word with your boss!!
2007-03-25 11:42:08 · answer #6 · answered by placidma 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would just try and get another job. start looking for a new one mayb
2007-03-25 11:41:04 · answer #7 · answered by b 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋