I have been working in an MNC company for the last 4 years. There was a performance appraisal this year, and I have been rated as "I." The manager has already given ratings to my official email that I have been rated as "G." However, when the actual results came out in the portal, I have been rated as "I." The manager tampered with my feedback comments just before one day of the closure of the appraisal cycle.
I then took this matter to the corporate level via email, and they stated that it's just a process lapse that I got to know my pre-calibrated rating before the appraisal cycle. They did not answer my other question about why my feedback comments were tampered with before the one-day closure of the appraisal cycle and mentioned that whatever the circle level gives as a rating is final.
After that, I referred to the investigation policy (whistleblower) of the organization, where I filed a complaint regarding the change in my feedback comments and rating. Almost 3 months have passed, and the investigation team is saying that they are following up with the company, but they have yet to receive any response. Once there is feedback from the company, they will get back to me soon.
During these 3 months, I have been put on a Performance Improvement Plan and informed that my performance is not up to the mark, and I am not meeting the company's expectations. Now, as the employees in my department are transferring to a new Pune location due to centralization, I have not been selected.
The HR of the organization is stating that all employees in my department have been interviewed, but I am 100% sure that none of my employees in my department has been interviewed for the transfer. I suspect the company has pre-planned my termination or to force a resignation, seeking revenge for what they believe I did earlier.
Now, they are informing me that I was not selected for the Pune location and that my PIP is not up to the mark. The HR is now suggesting that I resign. Please advise on what steps to take next.
From India, Bhubaneswar
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1I then took this matter to the corporate level via email, and they stated that it's just a process lapse that I got to know my pre-calibrated rating before the appraisal cycle. They did not answer my other question about why my feedback comments were tampered with before the one-day closure of the appraisal cycle and mentioned that whatever the circle level gives as a rating is final.
After that, I referred to the investigation policy (whistleblower) of the organization, where I filed a complaint regarding the change in my feedback comments and rating. Almost 3 months have passed, and the investigation team is saying that they are following up with the company, but they have yet to receive any response. Once there is feedback from the company, they will get back to me soon.
During these 3 months, I have been put on a Performance Improvement Plan and informed that my performance is not up to the mark, and I am not meeting the company's expectations. Now, as the employees in my department are transferring to a new Pune location due to centralization, I have not been selected.
The HR of the organization is stating that all employees in my department have been interviewed, but I am 100% sure that none of my employees in my department has been interviewed for the transfer. I suspect the company has pre-planned my termination or to force a resignation, seeking revenge for what they believe I did earlier.
Now, they are informing me that I was not selected for the Pune location and that my PIP is not up to the mark. The HR is now suggesting that I resign. Please advise on what steps to take next.
From India, Bhubaneswar
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Mr. Rinku,
When the environment is forcing you to do so, just do it, but make sure that you've got another opportunity in your hand. Even though you do not do it now, definitely, one day you will again have pressure from management because they have already decided something. If possible, try and find out the reasons for your forceful resignation properly and then act accordingly.
I would like to tell you that you cannot *SURVIVE* in an organization for a long time, but you have to *LIVE* longer! Hope this has helped you understand the meaning of your other post asking for the difference between termination and forceful resignation. Read the clauses of your appointment letter carefully twice before acting.
Think twice and think wise before you act wise!
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Bharghavi
From India, Bangalore
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When the environment is forcing you to do so, just do it, but make sure that you've got another opportunity in your hand. Even though you do not do it now, definitely, one day you will again have pressure from management because they have already decided something. If possible, try and find out the reasons for your forceful resignation properly and then act accordingly.
I would like to tell you that you cannot *SURVIVE* in an organization for a long time, but you have to *LIVE* longer! Hope this has helped you understand the meaning of your other post asking for the difference between termination and forceful resignation. Read the clauses of your appointment letter carefully twice before acting.
Think twice and think wise before you act wise!
Regards,
Bharghavi
From India, Bangalore
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The trouble here is you should ask your appraiser politely first instead of shooting mails to higher ups You are a small fish. To survive in water do not fight with crocs. Bye
From India, Bangalore
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There are many situations where managers with selfish desires engage in such acts. Whoever opposes the manager, they try to suppress using these means, and those who comply, even if not good, are made leaders simply because they obey the manager for any deeds.
There is no option if you cannot prove your capabilities. Try seeking help from other managers, possibly from different departments.
If you have older positive appraisal ratings or certificates proving your abilities, it may assist you in the future (either to defend yourself or to showcase to a potential new employer if given the opportunity). So, gather those documents before leaving the organization.
There are numerous opportunities awaiting you; enhance your skills for a better company. Do not forget the humiliation and adapt to handle similar problems if they arise in the future.
Best of luck.
Regards,
Rakesh.
From India, Bangalore
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There is no option if you cannot prove your capabilities. Try seeking help from other managers, possibly from different departments.
If you have older positive appraisal ratings or certificates proving your abilities, it may assist you in the future (either to defend yourself or to showcase to a potential new employer if given the opportunity). So, gather those documents before leaving the organization.
There are numerous opportunities awaiting you; enhance your skills for a better company. Do not forget the humiliation and adapt to handle similar problems if they arise in the future.
Best of luck.
Regards,
Rakesh.
From India, Bangalore
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With that condition, you must resign. Management seems to have decided to push you out for a long time because of what you did to them earlier. As you have just said, they were only waiting for the right time and opportunity to do so. Performance evaluation appears to be the best way for them to proceed. They are the ones who evaluate your performance, so who will question their findings? Absolutely no one. Documenting the performance appraisal results is just an attempt to gather evidence that you were an incompetent employee, which is why they fired you. I am certain that even if you do not willingly hand over your resignation now, be prepared to receive your termination letter very soon. It is better for you to do so for the sake of your future CV.
From Tanzania, Dar Es Salaam
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From Tanzania, Dar Es Salaam
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Consider the grounds for termination. If you wait for them to fire you, you will be terminated on the grounds of incapacity (incompetence), which is bad for future references. No company will be willing to hire such an incompetent employee. Hope you are aware of that. You will be required to state the reason why you left your past employer in the interview. Think about what you will say. Also, there are issues with background checks. Even if you lie, they will find out. It's better to resign and reconcile with them.
From Tanzania, Dar Es Salaam
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From Tanzania, Dar Es Salaam
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Please do not decide on his capabilities without understanding the situation. Dictating terms like this seems you were never under company politics; with these rash words, it proves your ignorance at whatever position you are in. More than you, he himself knows why he is removed; you don't have to educate him in this regard. He is already broken.
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Rakesh
From India, Bangalore
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Rakesh
From India, Bangalore
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If you are not satisfied with the work environment and policies of your company, it is better to make an honorable exit. If you are a competent person capable of performing under pressure, it is always possible to get a good job; but if you are the cribbing type, keen to find faults with your managers and the internal systems/processes of an organization, you may find it difficult to survive.
Remember, you are not there to change an organization; you have to adapt, adjust, perform, and grow. My advice to everyone, therefore, remains that before you start lodging complaints and thus enter into a negative thought cycle, quietly search for better avenues elsewhere. You may at least be able to maintain your peace of mind.
I am writing this with 45 years of experience, but you are welcome, Rinku, to ignore my views if you feel to the contrary.
B K Bhatia
From India, Delhi
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Remember, you are not there to change an organization; you have to adapt, adjust, perform, and grow. My advice to everyone, therefore, remains that before you start lodging complaints and thus enter into a negative thought cycle, quietly search for better avenues elsewhere. You may at least be able to maintain your peace of mind.
I am writing this with 45 years of experience, but you are welcome, Rinku, to ignore my views if you feel to the contrary.
B K Bhatia
From India, Delhi
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I have already resigned from the company but i want to know why such managers are playing with our careers. first they are giving "G" rating then "I" Rating??? What is the reason for that.
From India, Bhubaneswar
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From India, Bhubaneswar
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Dear Rinku,
Please do not get disappointed when you have already chosen what is right for you. Anyway, can you please inform me if the rating declared by the manager was officially communicated to everyone in your team, including your counterparts, or were you the only one who came to know about your rating before the actual ratings were declared the next day?
Did this happen with others in the organization too? Has this occurred for the first time ever in the organization's history or with employees working under this manager? How were your previous performance appraisals/review experiences since you worked with this organization for 4 years?
If you provide answers to these questions, experts will be able to guide you correctly. Best wishes for your new employment.
Regards,
Hiral
From India, Ahmedabad
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Please do not get disappointed when you have already chosen what is right for you. Anyway, can you please inform me if the rating declared by the manager was officially communicated to everyone in your team, including your counterparts, or were you the only one who came to know about your rating before the actual ratings were declared the next day?
Did this happen with others in the organization too? Has this occurred for the first time ever in the organization's history or with employees working under this manager? How were your previous performance appraisals/review experiences since you worked with this organization for 4 years?
If you provide answers to these questions, experts will be able to guide you correctly. Best wishes for your new employment.
Regards,
Hiral
From India, Ahmedabad
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