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| *Ostroff, Fair and Company>>>Administrative and Office Support |
What would you do if your Employer depends on you too much, yet takes you for granted at the same time? |
You need the pay but, are frusterated that your Employer depends on you too much, yet takes you for granted at the same time. Special Field, and very small bussiness. I have a lot of freedoms but, I like to get off on time if I am not due to recieve overtime. I end up adding the hours on to comp time. Don't be mean just speak your mind. First of all, if you're exempt there's not much you can do other than talk to your boss. Most people make the mistake of assuming the others know how you're feeling. Try going to your boss about 1/2 hour before you're planning to leave and say "I'll be leaving in about 30 minutes - do you need anything before I go?" Hopefully he'll get the hint and not give you 1 hour's worth of work. If he does, ask if any of it could be done in the morning. Now, if you're non-exempt, of if you're supposed to be, he needs to start paying you overtime - that's the law. Unfortunately, working for a small company generally means you'll be in exactly the situation you're in now. I'm in the same boat, but in CA (I don't know where you are), it's very rare for an admin to be exempt, so you might want to verify that your status is correct. Wow it is crazy how I can relate to you!!! I live in Las Vegas in a small company as the Admin. Assistant and let me tell you I go through all the things you go through. I wish I could clock in and out, but my boss tells me she wont put one cuz of my convenience (lol yah right I always get here earlier and even earlier when I come back from lunch and I still just get payed for 8am through 5pm) No overtime, no benefits, nothing whatsoever. She is the wife of the CEO so she pretty much can tell me to do whatever she wants. She got really upset when I told her if I could get reimbursed for gas, she gets angry when I ask for a day off (and that was only one and it was for my birthday and I've been here 1 year). Not only that she always makes me do her personal stuff (I don't think our investors would be happy about that) There is just so much, I think I could go on and on...... So in your case and mine, well like you I need the money so all I can do is just keep my eyes open and look for something better, a bigger company that has more to offer, and is also flexible because we have a personal life also. And when I find it I will give my notice and never come back again. Good Luck for the future!! Are you aware that only government agencies can give comp time instead of overtime pay? Also, certain salaried employees are entitled to overtime compensation (although the formula is a little different than for hourly employees). Sounds like you are not only being taken for granted, but also being taken advantage of!!! Get acquainted with the federal laws regulating overtime pay. I was in a similar situation (receiving comp time for overtime hours), and discovered only after leaving that job just how much my boss had screwed me. My advice is to discreetly search for a new job, then report that shady employer to the government. You also might be able to seek compensation for the unpaid overtime!!! Comp time can work in your favor. Build it up, plan ahead and schedule yourself off - communicate your plans well in advance. You're not paying any taxes on comp time plus you get to choose when you're off. Versus having a "holiday" like Labor Day where everything is closed. Do you have a specific job description? Sounds like it's time for you to update that in writing. Then examine closely your pay, benefits and work environment. How much of an increase in your salary can this small business afford? You're not working for a mega corporation so even small increments can hurt the business owner. The "taking for granted" part of your job is simply a personal bad habit on your bosses' part. It's not ingrained in your position, just in his demeanor and choices. Probably isn't even aware of it, does the same to lots of other people he encounters. Be careful what you wish for, this is all business. So be professional, be polite and exceed expectations. You have more to gain from being better at your job than just showing up. Good luck... Obviously you are good at what you do and not a lot of people can say that. However being taken advantage of will cause burn out faster than anything. Sit down and write a professional presentation for your employer stating the facts and not your feelings ask for a private meeting to explain things to him/her. If you work for a good company they will take you seriously and things will change for the better. If you work for a non personal corporation things will get worse and you should be prepared by looking for another job before you approach them just in case. |
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