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updates: the unavailable lactation room, the “unapproachable” manager, and more

Alison Green

Here are three updates from past letter-writers. My boss says I’m an “unapproachable” manager Thank you for answering my letter, and thank you to everyone who commented. The letter I wrote to you was a catalyst for me realizing that I do not like being a manager. I’m no longer at that job.

Manager 76
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What is an Employee Recognition Board and How to Create One? + Ideas

Vantage Circle

This blog dives deep into the concept of an Employee Recognition Board. Read our blog on: 120+ Great Work Anniversary Wishes and Quotes for Employees, Peers and Leaders. Imagine entering your workplace to find a vibrant display with shining stars, colorful badges, and cheerful messages. How To Create An Employee Recognition Board?

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I don’t want to stock the kitchen anymore, asking why the friend I recommended wasn’t hired, and more

Alison Green

You’re certainly not selfish for not being interested in doing them anymore, but you might not be being realistic about whether it’s possible to unload them in your current job, at least not without a formal change to your job description and a logical person to offload them to. Can I ask why the friend I recommended wasn’t hired?

Manager 81
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it’s your Friday good news

Alison Green

1. “I read your blog for about a year and realized just how toxic my workplace was; senior leadership cussed people out in meetings regularly, an overall lack of respect, being berated for not meeting super unclear expectations, etc. ” 2. “I’ve been reading your blog for years now, and I wanted to thank you.

Banking 58
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updates: I got Covid at work and my company won’t cover my sick time, and more

Alison Green

month at Ask a Manager, and all December I’m running updates from people who had their letters here answered in the past. Here are four updates from past letter-writers. I know it’s been a while but man I finally have a good update and figured I would share it if anyone was interested. It’s “where are you now?”

Sales 70
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Massachusetts Court: Employers Can’t Delay Workers’ Final Pay

Zenefits

While this was happening, her attorney sent a demand letter for $23,872. The amount included tripling the 12% interest on the plaintiff’s vacation pay accrued during the 3 weeks between her termination and payment. Worker termination In this case, the plaintiff had worked as a custodian for the city’s school department since 1988.

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updates: the imploding resignation, the excessive ice-breakers, and more

Alison Green

month at Ask a Manager, and all December I’m running updates from people who had their letters here answered in the past. Here are four updates from past letter-writers. I credit reading your blog for years but I also know what my installers are facing daily and they know I have done the work and I have their backs.