And I don't give a shit. I am in middle management I believe my employees deserve to be treated well and earn a living wage. They are a failing company who told me to my face that they would rather they be paid as little as possible and replaced with machines.
Looks like a need a new job
Posted May 7, 2022, 6:52 PM UTC
Same. There is a reason I don't have a high turnover rate for those working under me. It's always someone else above me causing shit.
Sabotage the shit out of the company.
Sorry to hear what you are going through. Sounds like you are working in a toxic company that does not value its people. Are you absolutely sure that it is the whole company culture and not just your boss who is toxic? Is there anyone in the company who might back you up?
If that's the case, support your team as much as you can but I think you are right to start looking for a new job.
Whole company. It's a small business, there is the owner, GM, then me and other department managers. The attitudes are that of the owner and GM, and other departments complain about mine since I'm the only one who deals with contractors as opposed to employees of the company. Taking care of them instead of treating them as disposable and replaceable is seen as some sort of lack of loyalty to the company
Ah I see. If it's your integrity & heart vs company's performance & metrics, I think you are choosing wisely here. Ultimately, we can't live happy & fulfilled lives when we are working with people who don't share the same values as we do.
Let me know if you'd ever like to have a chat about what you are going through.
Wish you all the best. Your contractors are lucky people to have you - for now
This attitude will always guarantee you a team of dedicated employees. Now that you have practiced these skills, go elsewhere and prosper! You will find great success in your next job, I have faith in you
I mean...it works both ways. You treat me right, make me money, and go above and beyond for me I'll do the same for you and your company.
Your workers are the company. Bruh can see you doing your job then leave.
They've replaced every single one of my direct supervisors who gave a shit about their teams with a bunch of bootlicking monsters who make it their primary goal to punish their teams. We are now a bunch of zero morale zombies all looking for other jobs.
Go to a larger company
I'm a senior manager and your approach is correct. The best teams are based on trust and respect and open communication. Try find a better company and they will appreciate your management skills.