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Post by jeremysgirl on Sept 15, 2023 19:44:37 GMT
But I wanted to put out there that nobody stepped up to help me. I'm documenting my own work to cover my own ass. I've been reading along on this thread but had not waded in as you were getting great reflection and advice. But this last post jumped out to me as you opening your own eyes to two realities. Your higher-ups aren't managing well. And you need to protect yourself as this all plays out. (I liked the advice to 'stay in your lane' and do your own work well but don't CYA for her - that just delays getting any resolution to happen.) Anyhow, I just wanted to point out that your thread served just like talking over a problem out loud. We often get to our own right advice and conclusion in the process of going over it with someone else. So, yay! Go on your camping trip and have a ball! When you get back, work will still be there, and you'll have much greater clarity of how to manage it going forward. This is exactly why I post here most of the time. Usually my OPs are very open ended and I'm looking for the dialogue so I can consider something from all angles and hopefully make the best choice. Especially when I'm frustrated I have a tendency to react before thinking things all the way through. |
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Post by SnoopyFan on Sept 15, 2023 20:13:44 GMT
Have an amazing camping trip!! I hope you are able to kick back and relax.
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Post by mikklynn on Sept 16, 2023 13:17:16 GMT
Have a wonderful vacation!
I'm proud of you for how you ultimately handled things.
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Post by jeremysgirl on Sept 16, 2023 14:12:22 GMT
I received some information that is both frightening and promising. The powers that be are noticing some of the things going on in my office. I can't share more right now.
I'm keeping my head down and my mouth shut and we will see how things play out.
For now, I'm getting ready to leave on my camping trip. We will see next Monday how things play out.
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anaterra
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Post by anaterra on Sept 16, 2023 14:22:37 GMT
Da da da dahh.. suspense theme music... lol
Crossing fingers that it is a great outcome for you!!!
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Post by teddyw on Sept 16, 2023 14:37:33 GMT
Enjoy your week off! I hope you get a big fat raise when you get back.
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Post by cakediva on Sept 16, 2023 14:56:45 GMT
I received some information that is both frightening and promising. The powers that be are noticing some of the things going on in my office. I can't share more right now. I'm keeping my head down and my mouth shut and we will see how things play out. For now, I'm getting ready to leave on my camping trip. We will see next Monday how things play out. Have a great time in your camper - I hope it will be all you planned it to be!! |
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Post by seaexplore on Sept 16, 2023 15:03:13 GMT
Been reading along… have a fantastic camping trip. Unplug and live in the moments. 🥰
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Post by crazy4scraps on Sept 16, 2023 15:12:39 GMT
I received some information that is both frightening and promising. The powers that be are noticing some of the things going on in my office. I can't share more right now. I'm keeping my head down and my mouth shut and we will see how things play out. For now, I'm getting ready to leave on my camping trip. We will see next Monday how things play out. Oooh, a cliff hanger! Can’t wait to read the update after you get back! Have a fun and relaxing vacation! 😎 |
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Sept 16, 2023 15:14:31 GMT
Promotion, raise, a new employee and/or an assistant? jeremysgirl |
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Post by Bridget in MD on Sept 16, 2023 15:42:19 GMT
I received some information that is both frightening and promising. The powers that be are noticing some of the things going on in my office. I can't share more right now. I'm keeping my head down and my mouth shut and we will see how things play out. For now, I'm getting ready to leave on my camping trip. We will see next Monday how things play out. Sometimes, the best/right decision for the team is scary and hopeful. I will be thinking of you! I know how it goes with the end of FY stuff.... i hope you have the most relaxing week!!!! |
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Post by Scrapper100 on Sept 16, 2023 16:06:38 GMT
I hope you can leave all of this behind and have a great time camping.
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Post by jeremysgirl on Sept 25, 2023 16:32:03 GMT
Update: I'm back in the office today. Shit show. There was no progress made since I've been gone.
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Post by cakediva on Sept 25, 2023 16:34:30 GMT
Update: I'm back in the office today. Shit show. There was no progress made since I've been gone. Ugh - I'm so sorry |
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Post by stormsts on Sept 25, 2023 16:38:29 GMT
That is not the update I wanted to hear jeremysgirl. Grrr.... |
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Post by teddyw on Sept 25, 2023 16:41:05 GMT
Bummer. Not what you wanted to come back to.
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Post by keithurbanlovinpea on Sept 25, 2023 16:52:30 GMT
Update: I'm back in the office today. Shit show. There was no progress made since I've been gone. Well don't bust your butt doing jobs other people should have done in your absence |
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Sept 25, 2023 17:06:14 GMT
Update: I'm back in the office today. Shit show. There was no progress made since I've been gone. Well don't bust your butt doing jobs other people should have done in your absence Ditto ditto and ditto again!!! So very sorry you walked into that mess...... |
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Post by **GypsyGirl** on Sept 25, 2023 17:12:20 GMT
Update: I'm back in the office today. Shit show. There was no progress made since I've been gone. So sorry you walked back into that, but am honestly not surprised there was no progress while you were gone. Management has shown their hand repeatedly.  |
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Post by scrapperal on Sept 25, 2023 18:22:43 GMT
What everyone else said...  |
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Post by littlemama on Sept 25, 2023 18:24:24 GMT
Update: I'm back in the office today. Shit show. There was no progress made since I've been gone. If you have done your parts, just move on with your other tasks. It isnt on you to do 2 full time jobs. |
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Post by Bridget in MD on Sept 25, 2023 19:03:05 GMT
Update: I'm back in the office today. Shit show. There was no progress made since I've been gone. Oh no! The news you got before you left hopefully means they are aware. I hope you are not too stressed after coming off a vacation! Hugs! |
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Post by summer on Sept 25, 2023 19:03:51 GMT
I’m sorry you came back to a disaster at work but I think it’s important that your boss sees that no work is done by your coworker when you are out and that you are the only one in the department who does any work.
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Post by purplebee on Sept 25, 2023 19:14:44 GMT
Darn it, was hoping for better news. Do your job and nobody else’s. Good luck….
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anaterra
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Post by anaterra on Sept 25, 2023 19:53:13 GMT
Dang that sucks!!!! Im not surprised but I was hoping for better for you
Booo upper management
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Post by flanz on Sept 25, 2023 19:57:44 GMT
I'm so sorry, Becky, though you're probably not surprised.
I agree with PPs who urge you to stick to your job and your job only. OR they can bloody well pay you double if you're going to do two jobs! ((( hugs )))
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Post by Rhondito on Sept 25, 2023 20:47:00 GMT
Update: I'm back in the office today. Shit show. There was no progress made since I've been gone. Well don't bust your butt doing jobs other people should have done in your absence My thoughts exactly!
If it's at all possible - do the work you're responsible for and then let the rest work itself out, or not. Remember, you are only earning one paycheck.
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Post by Lexica on Sept 25, 2023 20:58:09 GMT
I’m disappointed for you. Management at your company isn’t doing the job they should be doing in monitoring progress in departments, to a reasonable degree, especially when they have been notified by you of a potential problem. I’m all for letting employees do their jobs without being micromanaged, but your situation is uncovering an extreme lack of ability on the part of several employees, from your coworker to your managers. I sincerely hope something changes for the better soon. I fear that things are going to get worse before they get better though.
When I was working, I always kept something my father had told me at the forefront of my mind. He said when you go to work, regardless of the job you are doing, give them 110%. The 100% is because that is what you are being paid for and the 10% is your insurance. We hold insurance on our homes, our cars, our health, and our lives. Consider that 10% extra effort to be insurance on your employment. If you are giving an extra 10%, your name will not be the first on anyone’s mind when layoffs are imminent. It certainly worked out for me over the years. Too bad your coworker isn’t of the same mindset. Heck, she isn’t even giving the 100% let alone an extra 10%. Just don’t wear yourself ragged trying to catch up on what they neglected.
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Post by kate on Sept 25, 2023 20:59:20 GMT
Oh, no. I opened this update with my heart in my throat. I'm so very sorry the storm is continuing, and I'm very, very glad you got a vacation.
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Post by melanell on Sept 25, 2023 21:07:00 GMT
Oh my goodness, you have been certainly going above & beyond in every way in dealing with this situation. Big hugs & I hope that there can be some improvement with all of this made soon.
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