it's necessary. They treat the other two girls like Princesse's and me like crap. TOday, I said something to the President and he said "I don't care" . In the past, he has told me that I'm "just the receptionist", yet I do so much more then just reception work. I'm getting really tired of this.
2007-12-19 07:28:24 · 15 answers · asked by katesmom 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Administrative and Office Support
it's necessary. The other two girls can go and sit in their offices and chat about whatever, not me, I've been told "I'm just the receptionist", but I do so much more. I'm getting really tired of the favoritism. I've been here almost four years, and it still hasn't changed. Today, I said something to the President, and he said "I don't care", but if one of the other girls had said what I said, he would have had a totally different response. I don't think it's fair that they treat me different because I'm not afraid to speak up about what's right and what's not. Sometimes I feel like these men are still living in the stone age. I'm getting really tired of this really fast.
2007-12-19 07:45:58 · update #1
perhaps it is not what you say but how you say it
I have found talking less and listening more really helps
2007-12-19 07:33:41 · answer #1 · answered by roadrunner426440 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I am a boss in a plant with 95 employees. 70% female. I've been accused of being chauvenist, sexist, racist, et cetera...all by the same 2 employees. None of it is true, but that is how they rationalize the way they are treated. Guess which 2 employees I will not consider for a promotion. Until you are willing to recognize that your faults are yours to fix, speaking your mind will get you nowhere. If these guys really are unfair, then the only way to break that is by doing the best job you can and keeping your mouth shut. Right now you are the trouble-maker...no one else. A receptionist should be answering phones, not expressing discontent. I recommend you take your experience elsewhere and act professionally there.
2007-12-23 02:47:26 · answer #2 · answered by matticus finch 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you don't like your job, then go find one where people actually listen to you.
Also, be aware of your approach. You are not in a position of authority if you are 'just the receptionist'. It would be like a security guard at the bank telling the bank manager what to do. He's just the security guard and it isn't his business to tell the bank manager how to do his/her job.
Learn what your chain of command is. Typically, if you're a receptionist, you report to the office manager. You can file a complaint with the office manager or make a suggestion and then the office manager will handle it from there. They may or may not act on your suggestions, but it's worth telling them. If they refuse to do anything about it, then it's your place to shut up and mind your own business.
Unfortunately, that's the way it goes at most places of employment, so unless you want to start your own business, you have to do things the way your company wants you to do it and your opinion counts for nothing.
2007-12-21 06:06:51 · answer #3 · answered by Amy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No one is "just a receptionist". In fact, the receptionist position is one of the most difficult to fill positions in a company. However, if you have been transitioning into new skill sets (accounting, technology, writing, etc.), perhaps it may be time to transition into a new role.
Maybe it is just time for a change. Pursuing a new position and/or environment where you can utilize your many unappreciated skills may be for the best.
2007-12-19 08:32:41 · answer #4 · answered by Ecom 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with thisisme. Sometimes we don't realize that we can control how others will respond to us. Be cunning for your success at any job. Speaking up is one thing but you must find a way to do it that isn't threatening. Be professional above anything else, even if they aren't. Humbling yourself to your boss may prove to propel your career into an entirely different direction. Not submitting to abuse or being stepped on or anything like that. The key is knowing that you are doing it for you and your success. It is a strategy to get ahead. Be kind, smile a lot!, maybe bring him that report instead of expecting him to come and get it. You're not cowering to him, just the opposite, you are strengthening your spirit and your character by NOT letting him get to you. Simply do your job, expect great things of yourself, for your satisfaction alone. And I'll say it one more time...smile.
2007-12-20 16:34:08 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like your attitude might be showing through...when you talk to people at work, esp high ups, it is critical for you to be professional AND courteous...that jealousy and resentment might be showing through, hence the lack of response. No matter where I've ever worked, no one ever said to me "I don't care" so you have done some serious damage already...best clear it up before it gets worse. As for "speaking your mind" that is a luxury most of us do not have on the work world...
2007-12-20 02:21:50 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
They are obviously threatened by you. Don't strap on your knee pads like the other girls in the office....you have a right to your opinion. Just the receptionist??....try not giving him a few important messages and see how much he needs you then or any woman who is a receptionist. I can't stand men like that....I'd knee him in the crotch, pour coffee on his head, and find a new job. You don't have to take that from anyone....good luck!
2007-12-19 07:42:25 · answer #7 · answered by wizsmith1 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Sounds to me like you need to find another position where speaking your mind is appreciated. I know in my businesses, I often ask the receptionist's opinion because she sees the clients and the contractors while they wait and generally gets a reliable first impression of them.
2007-12-19 09:35:56 · answer #8 · answered by eskie lover 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes you just can't speak your mind to your superior's - you need to learn that. Maybe your attitude is coming off as poor and that's why they treat you this way. Try to work on tailoring what you say to sound professional.
2007-12-19 09:08:43 · answer #9 · answered by berlyb33 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Its not the matter how many persons are in your work-office.
The matter's the way you integrate to your circumstance.
Once you get "the right time in the right place" and things will go naturally fine.
2007-12-19 07:41:08 · answer #10 · answered by david frans 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like you haven't learned to play office politics.
Have you ever considered what you feel you have to say isn't what they want to hear??? Then don't say it!~That's how win at the game.
2007-12-19 12:56:07 · answer #11 · answered by TedEx 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋