Comments on: Overworked–Managing the Boss https://www.evilhrlady.org/2008/04/overworked.html Everything to make HR better Fri, 11 Nov 2011 16:10:04 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.3 By: Jeremiah https://www.evilhrlady.org/2008/04/overworked.html#comment-2127 Sat, 12 Apr 2008 05:01:00 +0000 http://localhost/wordpress/2008/04/overworked-managing-the-boss.html#comment-2127 The first thing that came to mind is that he’s on his way out the door. Maybe he’s already been given his walking papers?

]]> By: Evil HR Lady https://www.evilhrlady.org/2008/04/overworked.html#comment-2126 Fri, 11 Apr 2008 10:46:00 +0000 http://localhost/wordpress/2008/04/overworked-managing-the-boss.html#comment-2126 All right, all right, I admit to a little too much snark in my responses.

I wouldn’t be surprised, though to find out that Mother Jones is right and there is a serious problem.

]]> By: HR Wench https://www.evilhrlady.org/2008/04/overworked.html#comment-2125 Thu, 10 Apr 2008 21:11:00 +0000 http://localhost/wordpress/2008/04/overworked-managing-the-boss.html#comment-2125 Sounds to me like homeboy is on his way out. Whether by his or the company’s choice I don’t know. But rest assured he will be gone soon.
I like the idea of just giving the facts without commentary. Of course, as you can see from the comments above, commentary is open to interpretation. Use your best judgement.
Sorry you have to go through this – it stinks.

]]> By: class-factotum https://www.evilhrlady.org/2008/04/overworked.html#comment-2124 Thu, 10 Apr 2008 14:22:00 +0000 http://localhost/wordpress/2008/04/overworked-managing-the-boss.html#comment-2124 Or he could be looking for another job. Wouldn’t you?

]]> By: Mother Jones RN https://www.evilhrlady.org/2008/04/overworked.html#comment-2123 Thu, 10 Apr 2008 12:46:00 +0000 http://localhost/wordpress/2008/04/overworked-managing-the-boss.html#comment-2123 A sudden change in a person’s behavior could indicate that he or she is abusing drugs or alcohol. It could also indicate that they are suffering from a bipolor disorder or from depression. Too bad his manager isn’t addressing this self-defeating behavior.

MJ

]]> By: Lisa https://www.evilhrlady.org/2008/04/overworked.html#comment-2122 Thu, 10 Apr 2008 01:01:00 +0000 http://localhost/wordpress/2008/04/overworked-managing-the-boss.html#comment-2122 Give the facts, no commentary. Also, have you tried talking to your boss? Ask him what he’d like you to say when confronted with these questions. For example: Hey Joe – lately, I’ve been getting a lot of questions about your whereabouts and it makes me a little uncomfortable – how would you like me to respond?

]]> By: HR Godess https://www.evilhrlady.org/2008/04/overworked.html#comment-2121 Wed, 09 Apr 2008 18:08:00 +0000 http://localhost/wordpress/2008/04/overworked-managing-the-boss.html#comment-2121 I have to say that I also disagree with the EHRL for the first time. It’s unfortunate that the “boss” acts this way but adding to the glaring problem won’t help. I’ve seen this situation transpire and the bosses boss does know what’s happening. They may not choose to do anything but they probably know. The best bet is to try to address the workload with the boss and take the rest to HR. Any way you choose to handle it, good luck. It’s never easy when your boss is involved.

]]> By: Anonymous https://www.evilhrlady.org/2008/04/overworked.html#comment-2120 Wed, 09 Apr 2008 17:17:00 +0000 http://localhost/wordpress/2008/04/overworked-managing-the-boss.html#comment-2120 I have to say, I disagree with EHRL on this advice (first time!!!). You will need to be very careful that you don’t come off as having an attitude. Phrases like, “the last I heard…or “if I happen to see him,” show that there’s aggrivation. This can be misinterpretted, and can turn around to bite you in the keister. Tread lightly. I would go to Employee Relations and discuss the problems with them. If they will hear/do nothing about it, perhaps put in for a transfer?

]]> By: Katherine https://www.evilhrlady.org/2008/04/overworked.html#comment-2119 Wed, 09 Apr 2008 16:18:00 +0000 http://localhost/wordpress/2008/04/overworked-managing-the-boss.html#comment-2119 I would answer with just what you’re asked.

“Where’s John?”
“He’s at lunch/he’s not in yet.”
“When did he leave/when does he usually get here?”
“Two hours ago/around 11am”

It’s a fine line between covering up, telling the facts and being a tattletale. Since every situation is different, it’s up to the questioner to strike that balance. What may sound like the facts to me may be tattling to someone else.

]]> By: The Engineer https://www.evilhrlady.org/2008/04/overworked.html#comment-2118 Wed, 09 Apr 2008 15:47:00 +0000 http://localhost/wordpress/2008/04/overworked-managing-the-boss.html#comment-2118 There was plenty of “commentary” in the examples given. I might dial it down a bit further. Special Projector has it.

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