What if your co-workers try to take things upon their hands and tell my boss what to do with me, which ..?

Question

affects the good relationship that I have with my boss??

Well, like they tell my boss things that are not true about me such as when they tried to give me work, I refused. But I don't think that was what I meant that I didn't want to continue to work there or didn't like to do the work...

Well, but the thing is, if I have a good relationship with my boss, why would he think of cutting my hours to part-time due to performance issues after talking to my other co-worker? He got the feeling from her that I am not doing so well and so he decided to do that..

Answer 1

huh? You need to be clearer in your question. sorry it makes no sense.

Answer 2

I understand exactly what you're saying, and please correct me if I'm wrong: Your boss is basing his judgement of your job performance on the word-of-mouth advice of your co-workers. If this is happening, it's not only very unprofessional, but also reveals to me that your boss is not management material.

Many people in supervisory positions get there because the position was thrust upon them, either the person above them left and they were put in charge, or the department grew too large and needed to be split into two teams. (as with my current boss)

My advise to you is to speak candidly to your boss, tell him what you believe is going on and how you feel about it. If that doesn't yield results, go to your boss' supervisor (if such a person exists) or the Human Resources department, if that's available to you.

You may be on good terms with this manager on a personal level, but you're happiness on the job takes priority. If this doesn't resolve your problem, my advise to you is to find another job, politely turn in your 2 weeks notice and tell your boss that it has been a pleasure working under him/her, but you have decided to seek opportunities elsewhere. (no need to burn bridges, you may need a good reference)

I left my last job because of cattiness and backstabbing among co-workers, and I'm a very timid and non-confrontational person, so I chose to quit this job.

Whatever your decision is, remember that it will impact your future relationship with this person, so be calm and tactful when you do have this conversation. Chances are your boss either doesn't realize he's taking these people's opinions to heart, or it might just be a coincidence. Either way, clearing the air between you will could lead the way to a stronger working relationship, and will get rid of any tension from not knowing what's going on.

Good luck!

Answer 3

If you have a good relationship with your boss, there's nothing to worry about. Is there?