I am an administrator in a company of about 100. I love my job & have had some fantastic opportunities since I started working here 18months ago.
However, when I started I was advised that I would have to work very closely with another administrator and it was a requirement of the job that I would be able to get along well with her. Since I started with the company there has been a personality clash between us. She is very ambitious and not afraid to speak her mind. She is quite confrontational and bossy. On several occasions I have heard her discuss confidential information with other employees. However, despite this, I have always been very professional and never indicated my dislike to her.
Although I am not personally intimidated by her I am stressed because she has a very good personal relationship with my manager who in turn has a close personal relationship with the HR manager.
Although we do not cover the same type of work (she's facilities admin & I'm general admin) I sit quiet close to her and throughout the day I have to listen to her on the telephone organising her social life and discussing other individuals.
Because of the nature of her job the little work that she does it quite obvious ie. if the heating goes then it's obvious she has had it fixed hoever when it comes to daily work she doesn't have anything to do. I work very hard and am very dedicated to my job and very good at my job but I find it very disheartening and distracting to sit there & see that she spends her days on the internet & telephone until the next problem arises.
I am so committed to my job & she does very little however she gets the recognition and remuneration that somebody who really contributes a huge amount to the organisation.
Our annual reviews are due shortly and I was wondering if there is a way I can address this problem with my manager without creating conflict as I feel if I come straight out & discuss it, it may filter back to her via her friendship with my manager. I don't feel I can go over my manager's head due to her friendship with the HR manager. Any advice as to how to address this issue would be greatly appreciated.
However, when I started I was advised that I would have to work very closely with another administrator and it was a requirement of the job that I would be able to get along well with her. Since I started with the company there has been a personality clash between us. She is very ambitious and not afraid to speak her mind. She is quite confrontational and bossy. On several occasions I have heard her discuss confidential information with other employees. However, despite this, I have always been very professional and never indicated my dislike to her.
Although I am not personally intimidated by her I am stressed because she has a very good personal relationship with my manager who in turn has a close personal relationship with the HR manager.
Although we do not cover the same type of work (she's facilities admin & I'm general admin) I sit quiet close to her and throughout the day I have to listen to her on the telephone organising her social life and discussing other individuals.
Because of the nature of her job the little work that she does it quite obvious ie. if the heating goes then it's obvious she has had it fixed hoever when it comes to daily work she doesn't have anything to do. I work very hard and am very dedicated to my job and very good at my job but I find it very disheartening and distracting to sit there & see that she spends her days on the internet & telephone until the next problem arises.
I am so committed to my job & she does very little however she gets the recognition and remuneration that somebody who really contributes a huge amount to the organisation.
Our annual reviews are due shortly and I was wondering if there is a way I can address this problem with my manager without creating conflict as I feel if I come straight out & discuss it, it may filter back to her via her friendship with my manager. I don't feel I can go over my manager's head due to her friendship with the HR manager. Any advice as to how to address this issue would be greatly appreciated.
Dear Colleagues,
The issue raised by Molly only brings to mind one fundamental issue of subjectivity at the workplace- "there is no way we try to share a fried egg someone will always have the lion share".
However there is still hope for people who fall into this kind of category-they need to brush up on the concept-DIVERSITY MANAGEMENT.
We as practitioners need to be able to adapt to different human nature by understanding them as long as the code of operations are not obviously violated.
We are expected to be able to work with employees with diverse background, expereince and orientation.
The assignment given to the HR or Administrator is expected to be carried out faithfully no matter who is been favoured by management.
In the end the productive officer would excel and would stand out from the pack when a more objective minded line manager comes on board.
I would only advice that we keep faith and in the end good would always triumph over evil.
Thanks.
From Nigeria, Lagos
6The issue raised by Molly only brings to mind one fundamental issue of subjectivity at the workplace- "there is no way we try to share a fried egg someone will always have the lion share".
However there is still hope for people who fall into this kind of category-they need to brush up on the concept-DIVERSITY MANAGEMENT.
We as practitioners need to be able to adapt to different human nature by understanding them as long as the code of operations are not obviously violated.
We are expected to be able to work with employees with diverse background, expereince and orientation.
The assignment given to the HR or Administrator is expected to be carried out faithfully no matter who is been favoured by management.
In the end the productive officer would excel and would stand out from the pack when a more objective minded line manager comes on board.
I would only advice that we keep faith and in the end good would always triumph over evil.
Thanks.
From Nigeria, Lagos
Hi Molly,
Well what I have seen is that sincerity towards work pays not only with money and kind but also with satisfaction which I don't think anyone can buy. Although usually it's always a good idea to discuss things and get everything out in the open but in this case since your manager is partial towards that other employee it may just inadvertently cause a conflict. The better approach would be to continue with your good work and remember that good work [and good deads :icon3: ] always pays in the long run.
Regards
From India, Gurgaon
Well what I have seen is that sincerity towards work pays not only with money and kind but also with satisfaction which I don't think anyone can buy. Although usually it's always a good idea to discuss things and get everything out in the open but in this case since your manager is partial towards that other employee it may just inadvertently cause a conflict. The better approach would be to continue with your good work and remember that good work [and good deads :icon3: ] always pays in the long run.
Regards
From India, Gurgaon
Hi Molly,
Glad reading that there are people who share their emotions. I do accord & also appreciate your 18 months of dedicated service to the company.
It is rightly said to clarify things in open through discussions. But, considering the charecteristics of the people you were referring to, I can only say that it is time for you to be more patient & more empathised.
Let the wind blow its style, but you continue to cotribute your good efforts to your company. Just believe me it is always your gratitude to the work you perform would always pave the ways of success. So, my suggestion would be - dont make a sound of the issue/address this to your boss. But, continue your good efforts, wait for the appraisal, let it be done & measure the respects/rewards your efforts are given & then take a call of CHANGE.
May be you can just have a early morning walk-down your lane, sit in a lush green lawn, make yourself comfortable with the environs around & analyse the past (your contributions to the company), the maturity you gained through the 18 months of experience, the abilities you hav & the capabilities to which you have grown. Get back to your work place, ignore the deeds of your colleague with a peacful smile on your face, but for sure your thoughtprocess should be that you need to pace-up your learning, contribution to the company, acquire additional knowledge strengths in the domain of your colleague too & make yourself EMPLOYABLE at all times.
Believe me good efforts of yours will always earn you the golden fruits. Because it is only the GRATITUDE towards the work that makes the difference.
Your well wisher & professional supporter
Shankar Anappindi
91 - 40 - 09849 669966
HR Executive
KARVY Group
From India, Visakhapatnam
Glad reading that there are people who share their emotions. I do accord & also appreciate your 18 months of dedicated service to the company.
It is rightly said to clarify things in open through discussions. But, considering the charecteristics of the people you were referring to, I can only say that it is time for you to be more patient & more empathised.
Let the wind blow its style, but you continue to cotribute your good efforts to your company. Just believe me it is always your gratitude to the work you perform would always pave the ways of success. So, my suggestion would be - dont make a sound of the issue/address this to your boss. But, continue your good efforts, wait for the appraisal, let it be done & measure the respects/rewards your efforts are given & then take a call of CHANGE.
May be you can just have a early morning walk-down your lane, sit in a lush green lawn, make yourself comfortable with the environs around & analyse the past (your contributions to the company), the maturity you gained through the 18 months of experience, the abilities you hav & the capabilities to which you have grown. Get back to your work place, ignore the deeds of your colleague with a peacful smile on your face, but for sure your thoughtprocess should be that you need to pace-up your learning, contribution to the company, acquire additional knowledge strengths in the domain of your colleague too & make yourself EMPLOYABLE at all times.
Believe me good efforts of yours will always earn you the golden fruits. Because it is only the GRATITUDE towards the work that makes the difference.
Your well wisher & professional supporter
Shankar Anappindi
91 - 40 - 09849 669966
HR Executive
KARVY Group
From India, Visakhapatnam
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