Hi, I have been working in a retail company as an HR since 2011. I have observed reporting managers leaving the company within 3 to 4 months. This is the third boss I have worked with. Every time, I used to hold the fort in the absence of the reporting manager. Despite all the efforts I have put in, I have been rated as an "Under Performer." Conversations with the superiors have been unsuccessful. My personal life is being affected due to unreasonable working hours. My efforts are not appreciated, and my value has declined. A significant number of people, including senior management, have left the organization in the last three months. What should I do? Please help. My notice period is 3 months. I would need guidance.
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Tush
From India, Mumbai
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Tush
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Greetings,
My words may sound as beaten as they are, but before you leave, please identify what you would do to help yourself if you find yourself caught up in the same situation yet again! This is not to act as a drab, but to request you to be better prepared for tomorrow, wherever you go. As Alwar had mentioned, the situation might be equally grim. Hence, consider what you can't do without in a job. Stay focused on it. Plan for your own development. Even if it doesn't increase your salary or get you a promotion right away, it will at least make you feel less helpless.
You are sure to find a better job, but keep your vision far clearer before you join. Wish you all the best!
From India, Mumbai
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1893My words may sound as beaten as they are, but before you leave, please identify what you would do to help yourself if you find yourself caught up in the same situation yet again! This is not to act as a drab, but to request you to be better prepared for tomorrow, wherever you go. As Alwar had mentioned, the situation might be equally grim. Hence, consider what you can't do without in a job. Stay focused on it. Plan for your own development. Even if it doesn't increase your salary or get you a promotion right away, it will at least make you feel less helpless.
You are sure to find a better job, but keep your vision far clearer before you join. Wish you all the best!
From India, Mumbai
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Leaving ur bosses is not ur problem. in fact, u u better leave such company as soon as possible.
From India, Hyderabad
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Hi Cite Contribution,
From a development perspective, the organization should create an environment where employees can flourish. If there is no room for development, and you are overly engrossed in your current assignment, where will you find the time to focus on your own personal development plan?
Surprisingly, the Personal Development Plan (PDP) is a component of the appraisal system. I was startled to discover that my appraisal form was submitted without a one-on-one discussion and even sent without my signature and acceptance. Any thoughts on this? I am clear about my development path, and it seems that the current organization is not supporting my growth.
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From India, Mumbai
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From a development perspective, the organization should create an environment where employees can flourish. If there is no room for development, and you are overly engrossed in your current assignment, where will you find the time to focus on your own personal development plan?
Surprisingly, the Personal Development Plan (PDP) is a component of the appraisal system. I was startled to discover that my appraisal form was submitted without a one-on-one discussion and even sent without my signature and acceptance. Any thoughts on this? I am clear about my development path, and it seems that the current organization is not supporting my growth.
Regards
From India, Mumbai
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Dear Tush,
The problems of this kind arise because of the lack of a sound Performance Management System (PMS) in place. There is not even a proper policy on Performance Appraisal. If possible, try to do that first.
I provide training-cum-consulting on PMS. If possible, you may take my help.
Thanks,
Dinesh V Divekar
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Hi (Cite Contribution),
For the development perspective, the organization should create an environment where the employee can flourish. If there is no scope for development, and you are so caught up in the current assignment, where will you find the time to think about your own personal development plan?
Surprisingly, the Personal Development Plan (PDP) is part of the appraisal system, and you will be shocked to know that my appraisal form has been submitted without a one-to-one discussion and even sent without my signature and acceptance.
Any comments on this? I am very clear on what my development path is, and the current organization is not supporting my development.
Regards
From India, Bangalore
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The problems of this kind arise because of the lack of a sound Performance Management System (PMS) in place. There is not even a proper policy on Performance Appraisal. If possible, try to do that first.
I provide training-cum-consulting on PMS. If possible, you may take my help.
Thanks,
Dinesh V Divekar
"Beware of false knowledge; it is more dangerous than ignorance."
Hi (Cite Contribution),
For the development perspective, the organization should create an environment where the employee can flourish. If there is no scope for development, and you are so caught up in the current assignment, where will you find the time to think about your own personal development plan?
Surprisingly, the Personal Development Plan (PDP) is part of the appraisal system, and you will be shocked to know that my appraisal form has been submitted without a one-to-one discussion and even sent without my signature and acceptance.
Any comments on this? I am very clear on what my development path is, and the current organization is not supporting my development.
Regards
From India, Bangalore
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1. If you have a clear-cut idea of what is happening, try to document everything without any bias.
2. Prepare a presentation on the issues, all possible solutions that you are envisaging, and if so, what could be the value add to the business.
3. Submit the presentation to Top Management/Investors.
4. If you are not receiving any favorable response, prepare your resume and upload it to a couple of job portals.
From India, Bangalore
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2. Prepare a presentation on the issues, all possible solutions that you are envisaging, and if so, what could be the value add to the business.
3. Submit the presentation to Top Management/Investors.
4. If you are not receiving any favorable response, prepare your resume and upload it to a couple of job portals.
From India, Bangalore
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Greetings,
A systemic failure has affected you so far. You are free to get a new job and settle your career somewhere else. What I would still repeat is your focus on dealing with ambiguity. Processes and systems alone cannot offer us any development until the owners remain responsible for their functioning. In your current role, you have outgrown the situations. Your effort to bring about a change may or may not show any result. Given the environment that you shared, it barely promises any!
You will learn and grow from one job to another. What you are ready to pay as a price for your establishment or growth would remain your choice. Not pointing fingers, but buckle up. Just as you have remained strong so far, move on with your strengths. Every job will bring a few heartbreaks. So set your sights clearer.
Wish you all the best!
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From India, Mumbai
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A systemic failure has affected you so far. You are free to get a new job and settle your career somewhere else. What I would still repeat is your focus on dealing with ambiguity. Processes and systems alone cannot offer us any development until the owners remain responsible for their functioning. In your current role, you have outgrown the situations. Your effort to bring about a change may or may not show any result. Given the environment that you shared, it barely promises any!
You will learn and grow from one job to another. What you are ready to pay as a price for your establishment or growth would remain your choice. Not pointing fingers, but buckle up. Just as you have remained strong so far, move on with your strengths. Every job will bring a few heartbreaks. So set your sights clearer.
Wish you all the best!
Regards, (Cite Contribution)
From India, Mumbai
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Dear Mr. Tush,
Good Evening!
Working in the office during off-hours does not necessarily mean you are a very good performer. However, this is just one aspect of the situation. On the other hand, you may be putting in late hours at the office but not receiving timely recognition.
There could be various factors at play here. In my opinion, it is important to evaluate your own performance first before allowing others to assess you and draw conclusions about your work.
Best regards,
From India, Mumbai
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Good Evening!
Working in the office during off-hours does not necessarily mean you are a very good performer. However, this is just one aspect of the situation. On the other hand, you may be putting in late hours at the office but not receiving timely recognition.
There could be various factors at play here. In my opinion, it is important to evaluate your own performance first before allowing others to assess you and draw conclusions about your work.
Best regards,
From India, Mumbai
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Thank you, Simhan, Giridhar, (Cite Contribution), Vishwanath, Abhay, and Dinesh for your valuable inputs. I have tried all sorts of possibilities but failed to highlight. In one of the replies above, I had been asked to present the current generic scenarios to the top management about the issues. I did it but was in vain.
I have decided to tender my resignation and utilize the three months' notice period to seek a better role and responsibilities. I believe in my capabilities and am confident that I will put forth my best efforts in a setting where my contributions are acknowledged.
In the meantime, as you are all experienced members, please guide me on sectors I can explore (excluding Retail) that could offer good opportunities in the current scenario. Your assistance would be greatly appreciated.
From India, Mumbai
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I have decided to tender my resignation and utilize the three months' notice period to seek a better role and responsibilities. I believe in my capabilities and am confident that I will put forth my best efforts in a setting where my contributions are acknowledged.
In the meantime, as you are all experienced members, please guide me on sectors I can explore (excluding Retail) that could offer good opportunities in the current scenario. Your assistance would be greatly appreciated.
From India, Mumbai
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Hi,
There are a few good things which I noticed in your narrative:
1. Newcomers are quitting while you aren't.
2. You are putting in long hours and not letting the company's work suffer.
You have a choice:
1. Rise above the situation.
2. Call it quits.
To make the best possible use of a situation, first, you need to have the required skill sets. If there are things lacking, pick additional trainings. Next, suggest and implement changes depending solely on the organization's requirements.
I have worked in 3 startups. This is a very good opportunity to get a promotion and raises year on year. (I could be wrong only in cases wherein the business plan flounders)
From India, Delhi
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There are a few good things which I noticed in your narrative:
1. Newcomers are quitting while you aren't.
2. You are putting in long hours and not letting the company's work suffer.
You have a choice:
1. Rise above the situation.
2. Call it quits.
To make the best possible use of a situation, first, you need to have the required skill sets. If there are things lacking, pick additional trainings. Next, suggest and implement changes depending solely on the organization's requirements.
I have worked in 3 startups. This is a very good opportunity to get a promotion and raises year on year. (I could be wrong only in cases wherein the business plan flounders)
From India, Delhi
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