Dear Seniors,
I am working in the service industry in an administration role. The working environment here is extremely frustrating. They have given me more responsibilities beyond my administrative duties; they expect me to handle admin, accounting, HR, front desk, secretarial tasks, and more.
The accountant in the office seems to have an issue with me, although I am unsure why. He complains about me to our senior staff even when I am performing my job well. At times, he changes filing materials himself and then asks me to locate them. If I cannot find them, he instructs me to reopen all older files and rearrange them. This behavior is not only directed at me but also towards two other junior colleagues, based on age and experience.
We are not allotted proper lunch breaks; we eat quickly and are immediately expected to return to work. We are not permitted to leave the office or engage with other employees. I am feeling extremely frustrated. I have decided that this will be my last month working here, but I find it difficult to wait until the end of the month due to his behavior. Every day, he comes up with new strategies to provoke us, and we feel powerless to retaliate as our seniors support him. He holds more authority in our hierarchy and community.
Salary should be disbursed on the 1st of each month, yet he issues our cheques on the 5th and hands them to us on the 10th. I fail to comprehend why people behave this way. Sometimes, the calculations on the cheques are incorrect, yet he ensures his own salary is paid on time.
Financial constraints are keeping me here, but I cannot endure this situation any longer as it is affecting my health and well-being. I seek advice from fellow professionals. Even if I leave, the new hire for my position will undoubtedly face similar mistreatment.
Please assist me. This issue persists. Please help.
Thank you.
From India, Pune
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6I am working in the service industry in an administration role. The working environment here is extremely frustrating. They have given me more responsibilities beyond my administrative duties; they expect me to handle admin, accounting, HR, front desk, secretarial tasks, and more.
The accountant in the office seems to have an issue with me, although I am unsure why. He complains about me to our senior staff even when I am performing my job well. At times, he changes filing materials himself and then asks me to locate them. If I cannot find them, he instructs me to reopen all older files and rearrange them. This behavior is not only directed at me but also towards two other junior colleagues, based on age and experience.
We are not allotted proper lunch breaks; we eat quickly and are immediately expected to return to work. We are not permitted to leave the office or engage with other employees. I am feeling extremely frustrated. I have decided that this will be my last month working here, but I find it difficult to wait until the end of the month due to his behavior. Every day, he comes up with new strategies to provoke us, and we feel powerless to retaliate as our seniors support him. He holds more authority in our hierarchy and community.
Salary should be disbursed on the 1st of each month, yet he issues our cheques on the 5th and hands them to us on the 10th. I fail to comprehend why people behave this way. Sometimes, the calculations on the cheques are incorrect, yet he ensures his own salary is paid on time.
Financial constraints are keeping me here, but I cannot endure this situation any longer as it is affecting my health and well-being. I seek advice from fellow professionals. Even if I leave, the new hire for my position will undoubtedly face similar mistreatment.
Please assist me. This issue persists. Please help.
Thank you.
From India, Pune
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Hey Suchita,
I have read about the problem you are facing with the account guy and your senior harassing you. They seem to want you to give in, but don't do that. If you are right and performing your work correctly, then speak with the main person in your office. You mentioned that your senior is supporting the account person, so approach him and ask why he is doing so. Directly address the issue and seek clarification.
Additionally, consider looking for another job without leaving your current one. You might be able to find a new job easily. If you choose to leave your current job, your superiors will realize your value. Remember to communicate openly and assertively.
Best of luck.
From India, Ahmadabad
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I have read about the problem you are facing with the account guy and your senior harassing you. They seem to want you to give in, but don't do that. If you are right and performing your work correctly, then speak with the main person in your office. You mentioned that your senior is supporting the account person, so approach him and ask why he is doing so. Directly address the issue and seek clarification.
Additionally, consider looking for another job without leaving your current one. You might be able to find a new job easily. If you choose to leave your current job, your superiors will realize your value. Remember to communicate openly and assertively.
Best of luck.
From India, Ahmadabad
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Hi, Suchita, We are looking for people to work in the same profile as you are. You can call on 9850209070 for further details or mail your CV. Regards Sanjay Naidu
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If u r looking for a change, is it really required? I think you should speak to seniors once>
From India, Pune
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Hi, Suchita.
It's sad and unfortunate, the situation you are enduring in your office. There are people like that "account guy" you mention in your post. You have to learn to deal with such nasty elements, as you may find many in your career and on your way of life. Be strong and learn to work around these situations.
Focus on your job responsibilities, KRAs, and learning involved in your work. It's famously said, "love your job, not your company."
Keep your reports up to date and always maintain a separate set of records you submit for your personal reference. In case any discrepancy is raised, you can refer to your work.
Trust no one verbally in the office. When it comes to formal and official communication, always maintain communication on paper, like email or in writing.
Maintain your calm composure during times when you are teased, irritated, or provoked over anything. Remember, some people are of a sadistic nature; they enjoy the reactions from people when troubled.
Always remember no one can insult you without your permission. Your calm composure in stressful times will present you as very mature and strong. This will irritate the troublemaker.
Always maintain records and communication systematically. You can inform higher authorities of mistakes in accounting, payroll, or any matter affecting your employment. Present it in a professional, neutral, and complete way, without letting any personal anguish, frustration, or ego.
Summarize and present your work and its value to the management, decision-makers, etc.
If it's still too toxic to work, be patient, be calm, and seek another opportunity. However, do not carry forward any grudge, bad memories, or opinions to a new workplace.
Do not discuss any negative experiences you faced in the company during interviews with prospective employers.
Calm down and enjoy life.
From Kuwait, Salmiya
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It's sad and unfortunate, the situation you are enduring in your office. There are people like that "account guy" you mention in your post. You have to learn to deal with such nasty elements, as you may find many in your career and on your way of life. Be strong and learn to work around these situations.
Focus on your job responsibilities, KRAs, and learning involved in your work. It's famously said, "love your job, not your company."
Keep your reports up to date and always maintain a separate set of records you submit for your personal reference. In case any discrepancy is raised, you can refer to your work.
Trust no one verbally in the office. When it comes to formal and official communication, always maintain communication on paper, like email or in writing.
Maintain your calm composure during times when you are teased, irritated, or provoked over anything. Remember, some people are of a sadistic nature; they enjoy the reactions from people when troubled.
Always remember no one can insult you without your permission. Your calm composure in stressful times will present you as very mature and strong. This will irritate the troublemaker.
Always maintain records and communication systematically. You can inform higher authorities of mistakes in accounting, payroll, or any matter affecting your employment. Present it in a professional, neutral, and complete way, without letting any personal anguish, frustration, or ego.
Summarize and present your work and its value to the management, decision-makers, etc.
If it's still too toxic to work, be patient, be calm, and seek another opportunity. However, do not carry forward any grudge, bad memories, or opinions to a new workplace.
Do not discuss any negative experiences you faced in the company during interviews with prospective employers.
Calm down and enjoy life.
From Kuwait, Salmiya
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"if you don`t come across the problems it means u r on wrong way " says Mr. Albert Einstein......... brass urself to deal with problems, do u need anything more?
From India, Indore
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From India, Indore
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Dear Suchitra,
Firstly, give him a chance and ask why he is doing so. In case he responds in a decent way and confesses that he is irritated or wants to tease you, then ask him to stop it immediately.
Keep the conversation short and avoid engaging with him too much. If he doesn't reply and continues the behavior, find out who is in management and report it directly to them. Do not be afraid. If you are talented, you will find another job, possibly with a slightly lower salary or even a better one. Stay confident that you will find a suitable opportunity, but do not tolerate such behavior.
In the third scenario, provide me with the management's contact information and details of the senior authority there. I will ensure that the matter is communicated to them effectively.
Remember, this is not a conducive work environment. By lodging a formal complaint, you are not only standing up for yourself but also preventing someone else from facing a similar issue when you leave.
Best regards,
Dipti
From China, Beijing
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Firstly, give him a chance and ask why he is doing so. In case he responds in a decent way and confesses that he is irritated or wants to tease you, then ask him to stop it immediately.
Keep the conversation short and avoid engaging with him too much. If he doesn't reply and continues the behavior, find out who is in management and report it directly to them. Do not be afraid. If you are talented, you will find another job, possibly with a slightly lower salary or even a better one. Stay confident that you will find a suitable opportunity, but do not tolerate such behavior.
In the third scenario, provide me with the management's contact information and details of the senior authority there. I will ensure that the matter is communicated to them effectively.
Remember, this is not a conducive work environment. By lodging a formal complaint, you are not only standing up for yourself but also preventing someone else from facing a similar issue when you leave.
Best regards,
Dipti
From China, Beijing
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Sucheta, Dipti, and Mr. Hussain Zulfikar have suggested cunning ways to deal with your problem. I am also of the same view. But to support you, I am hereby attaching two items that show the situation can be handled on our own. Please observe the picture and then read the PDF file calmly. I hope you will gain a new insight.
Kedar
From India, Nasik
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From India, Nasik
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Hi Kedar,
Hilarious! That was truly a funny reality, but why management, its life, and our unlimited desires are driving us crazy. Always running behind the elusive carrot (wealth, car, house, foreign vacation, etc.).
There is a famous saying: "Aagah Apni Maut se Koi Bashar Nahi... Samaan hai So Baras ka Pal ki Khabar Nahi."
The poem is very inspiring and self-assuring too.
Best wishes.
From Kuwait, Salmiya
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Hilarious! That was truly a funny reality, but why management, its life, and our unlimited desires are driving us crazy. Always running behind the elusive carrot (wealth, car, house, foreign vacation, etc.).
There is a famous saying: "Aagah Apni Maut se Koi Bashar Nahi... Samaan hai So Baras ka Pal ki Khabar Nahi."
The poem is very inspiring and self-assuring too.
Best wishes.
From Kuwait, Salmiya
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So many Suchitas on earth!! And oh hell, so many such "Accounts Guys" too on earth!! Financial constraints and family problems. A girl wants to work, but the man will not allow. Has he some ulterior motives? Or is he a simple sadist? Ms. Suchita, you are not alone. We have come across many stories here. There was a lot of exchange under Corporate challenges faced by women. Read them, take heart, have courage, face the world. Do not expect a bed of roses, walk on the path of thorns, bleed but do not beg, work hard, come above the level. One or two from Pune are assuring help to you, approach them. But still, you may land in a world of "such account babus." You may change the place, but people might be the same. Learn to live as a woman, develop killer instinct, learn to kick not to lick, live your life with courage. Pray and believe in God. Only God.
From India, Bangalore
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