My boss is a complete idiot and has me do things that are just crazy. They are disruptive to the company, waste time and money and make us look crazy to the customers and clients. I suspect that his boss does not know how poor my boss is, and I would like to tell him.
I wonder if anyone who has been frustrated by their boss has ever successfully gone over his/her head and talked to senior management? Tell us your stories!
2007-11-28 02:10:38 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Other - Careers & Employment
Unfortunately, I can't tell senior managers because my boss is the top dog... but I've been doing my job for ten years and being that I've gotten used to him I usually back talk him when I get told to do something stupid... Not in front of customers however but if he makes me mad enough I just leave the desk and go for a walk and he can deal with the situation or what ever it is he wanted me to do... When I get back I just go back to work and do what needs to be done... and I usually dont get asked again...
2007-11-28 02:18:01 · answer #1 · answered by De 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First things first. Get evidence!! Make a log of some of the crazy things he has made you do and how it is disruptive to the company. When it comes time to talk to the bosses boss, you don't sound like you are whining or complaining about your job when you have solid concrete examples in writing. It shows this is more to you than just some passing frustrations. Remember when you do talk to them, stay calm, focused and level-headed. By polite and professional, but honest. Don't let emotions become involved, but try and stay matter of fact if that makes sense. Also make it clear that you are not trying to get your boss fired and take over his job. That just looks like you are trying to undercut his authority.
Secondly, update your resume and put it out there for another job. Going above your bosses head could jeopardize your position with the company, or could greatly enhance it. Be prepared to leave if things don't change. Also, why would you continue to work for a company that doesn't serve their customers properly.
When it comes time to drop the bomb, start by speaking with your bosses boss and saying you know it is out of the chain of command, but you have some things you need to discuss with them privately. This can be in casual passing in the hallway, or by email. Ask when it would be a convenient time for you to come by their office and discuss these things. Remember they are very busy and you don't want to be seen as the whiny little brat that is unhappy. Good Luck!
2007-11-28 10:25:37 · answer #2 · answered by Meghan 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In many companies they have what is referred to chain of command. Many times if you violate this chain of command without decent proof you will open your self up to ridicule and maybe even censure. That being said if your boss is doing something fishy or illegal and you have some proof you may be covered under a whistle blower laws or polices. Maybe bring up your concerns at full team meetings with your boss and peers most likely you have peers that share your opinion too.
2007-11-28 10:24:22 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, when my boss wouldnt act on an issue with another employee I had to go to his boss. Worked out ok for me but not for him.
2007-11-28 10:20:43 · answer #4 · answered by tchn138 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋