there is a person at work that has too much authority at work and disrespects others even in front of patrons, workers, but Not Mgrs. This person is why there is such a high turn over rate of workers and the moral at the job site is so very lousy...Work used to be fun and enjoyable now this is not so... We don't even get paid for the hours worked... Just so Mgr. get qouta...What can you do even if you try to go over there heads and it does no good... Thank You
2007-11-28 15:24:53 · 21 answers · asked by stessie 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
pray for them. That's the best you can do. Get a different job. Go to school and get that degree and come back as their boss...
2007-11-28 15:28:34 · answer #1 · answered by freebird 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋
This is so classic. I have had this done at work myself. It is unfortunate that the management does not see what is going on for themselves. The problems are that he/she is making a bad work environment. two he/she is robbing the employees of Carrier opportunities. It is also unlawful to short people out of their overtime or regular hours worked.
Has anyone confronted he/she about the situation. This may be a start. At this point you may want to document all conversations with this person.
You could approach the management about it. You may be out of a job real soon so expect that. If the management is in on this to get quotas than ou have a problem.
The next thing is to go to the wage hour division of the department of labor and report this activity.. This may again cost you your job.
The story Norma Rey comes to mind. She would not allow the workers to be exploited any more. This is what is happening to you and your coworkers. You are being exploited. You say you have to do work that you are not paid for. to meet the managements quota.
The other thing is that you can do is to change jobs. Obviously this is not a place that you would wish to work years with..Look for other work places to transfer to . You might even consider working with another company .
2007-11-28 16:00:00 · answer #2 · answered by BiggyBear 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Lucky for you working hours that you do not get paid for is against the law, you can take this up with the department of labor and get the company in serious trouble not to mention get the back pay that you earned. So if going over their heads has not helped you in the past go to the big guns. Don't just take that abuse. You will be in a management position someday, maybe some where else. Work on your future.
2007-11-28 15:38:38 · answer #3 · answered by Kenzie072 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You have to go to that person's supervisor with a well thought-out and respectful complaint. Don't come off as whiny or anything and get enough people behind you so you can say you speak for the majority. Always make sure to give examples of how this behavior has affected these individuals and the team as a whole, and always point out you are just looking out for the best interest of the company. If you make it about yourself or have an US vs. THEM mentality nobody will listen. Arm yourself with confidence and expect nothing. Now go get 'em!
2007-11-28 15:31:56 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Life is way too short to put up with this. And a job search is NO fun at all. But, in the meantime, start looking for another job but don't leave before finding one.
At least, if you're actively looking, your mind won't be so involved with the "little" stuff going on at work. When I say "little" I'm talking "small time" "frivole" "petty" stuff.
In time, you'll be able to rise above all that.
Been there, done that. What a waste of time and energy. I wouldn't pay attention to it.
2007-11-28 15:28:25 · answer #5 · answered by All That Glitters isn't Gold 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I have been in the same situation before. What I would recommend would be to sit down with your managers and discus this matter. If you do have the chance, perhaps talk to your co-workers and approach this as a group for support.
I would not continue to work for the current company that you are with if this continues; it is not worth sacrificing your personal wellbeing to make your employers happy; that's just ridiculous. Remember, they work for you; not the other way around-Think about it. I hope that this is the answer you are somewhat seeking.
Good luck!
2007-11-28 15:31:43 · answer #6 · answered by Ricardo S 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
AN anonymous letter would help. You can bring attention to the matter without putting yourself in the flame. ( I recommend typing it) When I had the same situation happen, all my coworkers at work signed a petition and gave their own notes describing the situation. We were able to get the person fired. You just have to be careful. You have to make sure you got a significant number of colleagues on your side. And try to get them to do some of the work so you just don't get blamed.
2007-11-28 15:29:58 · answer #7 · answered by Jenn 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you're not getting paid, why work there? If you don't wanna quit then confront the person. The fact that this person is different with their superiors proves that they're only disrespectful to those who let them be, so stop letting them.I suppose you could try getting everyone to bring it up at the same time with all the managers.
2007-11-28 15:31:00 · answer #8 · answered by Cy 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Make an anonymous Suggestion Box. Then type a request to get rid of your overbearing co-worker and explain why he's so difficult to work with, and so that you can work in peace.
Then place this suggestion in the box on the boss's desk when nobody is around.
Dont let anyone know you wrote it.
2007-11-28 15:55:04 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you are not being paid for hours you are working that is illegal and you can file a complaint with the division of hourly wages. There is a minimum hourly wage you know. Become a whistle blower!
2007-11-28 15:43:02 · answer #10 · answered by bree 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
is there a systen by which you can file a complaint against the individual? If 2 of you can file a complaint (if not more of you) then mgmnt will take notice.
2007-11-28 15:28:53 · answer #11 · answered by mare 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋