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work not really appreciated

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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 30 January 2011 - 11:17

just came back from a business trip. in 4 days my belief in the company, the fact that my daily, often 11-12 hours quality work is valued, my constant efforts to gain and build trust appreciated, all that got seriously shaken...

i learned that the boss of my direct boss goes around questioning me on even small things, asks people to double check the information I provide...

we got performance based bonuses in all our offices. being in HR i can have access to pretty much everybody's salary details. its just part of my job. its one thing however to chew and swallow that because we are not a profit center, but an expense for the company, our salaries and bonuses are significantly lower than of those working as consultants or project managers, and its a totally different thing to find out that after you have been declared and openly recognised as one of the top performers of the previous year, you get an increase of 500 AED. feels like a spit in the face

ill start remembering from now on that the work day ends at 6 pm and keep my eyes open to whatever is out there...

its a shame

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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 02 February 2011 - 16:00
alya, well said. Magyera, work is work ...... don't let them get you down, but learn well from this experience I like alya have learned to be loyal to ME, MYSELF and I only..................
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 09:14
Magyera, even if you are appreciated you should keep your eyes and ears open for new positions:D And honestly, I came to believe no matter what you shouldn't work overtime unless there is a real emergency. In my first job here, we already worked 6 days a week and I spent 2 Fridays in a row working (we were not paid for overtime). Of course, I collapsed after working 21 days in a row minimum 11 hours a day, had a break down, and resigned. My boss, told me to go, rest for 2 days and think about it. And the 2 days were deducted from my salary!! You reminded me of one more thing, in my previous job, a new colleague joined to our HR team, and I went to her office to say welcome to the team. A few hours later, she came and asked me my job description.. I asked why she needs it, and she replied 'in case I need to replace you' :D
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EW EXPERT
Latest post on 31 January 2011 - 08:22
Have you looked at bayt.com - just saw a HR manager job on there.
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 30 January 2011 - 13:01
well, i cannot really take this up to anybody. my direct boss is the global HR head. she is an amazing woman in many ways and is backing up her team. however i noticed lately that when it comes to actually standing up for us, she is weak. her boss is the COO and the person questioning me. AND the same person who figured that a dinner out (not a fancy one either) worth of increase is something I would welcome. im seriously thinking of rejecting it and telling them to keep the damn money. not like it will make any difference whatsoever to my income
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EW GURU
Latest post on 30 January 2011 - 12:59
I understand. I too have an HR background. When working in the corporate sphere was working harder than my business peers yet earning just over half what some of them earned. I eventually got so sick of it, I told my CEO I was resigning and he could contract me back if he wished. He tried to tempt me to stay with a couple of thousand dollars increase. Pfft! So I set up my own company and went into consulting earning over 3 times per hour what I had earned as an employee and not getting bogged down in the pettiness that is day to day HR operations. Best thing I ever did. Don't know if that option is open to you over there, but I just wanted to say have faith in your ability and don't be afraid to take risks. Sometimes they pay off.
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EW GURU
Latest post on 30 January 2011 - 12:45
Im also in HR and I hear you! Im constantly told IM a cost to the business, however as I also do training, I advise them in return I facilitate the ability of their teams to perform better thus affecting the bottom line positively! Training - was a monthly battle i had to fight of how i "add value" to the organisation, and normally the first department to get cut when budget restraints hit! Loved what i did, but not the battles i had to fight to get there :/:
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EW EXPERT
Latest post on 30 January 2011 - 12:33
Your level of dedication should be directly proportional to that of your company towards you. It's a sad fact that so many places don't pay overtime, don't pay bonusses and have even stopped doing the token goodwill bits like an end-of-year party. Work dutifully and to the best of your ability (always!) during the hours contracted, and then leave at home time knowing that you've done your job well. Learn to place a value on your life outside work.
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EW GURU
Latest post on 30 January 2011 - 11:59
I have 12 years experience in HR and it is one of the most thankless jobs in the world. In the past I have also been told that my department is a cost centre, particulalry as I worked in the professional services sector, surrounded by fee-earning lawyers and accountants! When I eventually get the opportunity to return to work I don't think it will be in HR
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EW EXPLORER
Latest post on 30 January 2011 - 11:51
Im also in HR and I hear you! Im constantly told IM a cost to the business, however as I also do training, I advise them in return I facilitate the ability of their teams to perform better thus affecting the bottom line positively! There are some HR jobs out there and I believe it will pick up, there is a 6 month mat cover one under the EW jobs section if its that bad, Ive even been tempted to escape here. I have people in my company setting me up as Im only a few months in the job, but thankfully my top management knows whats going on now and stands in my corner. My 6 months probation ends shortly and by that time I will have made my decision. Til then I have to hold my tongue. I feel for you as I know what it feels like, however, I would be directly approaching the person who was making these comments and questioning the quality of your work, and out them on the spot. Ask them for feedback and factual examples and allow you time to give them feedback too. You also have an opportunity to address teh small increase, it is insulting, and if you have evidence of your best performance this should see you through. And no response at that level, take it to the next. It is your right so have confidence to be direct and to the point and tell them you are insulted. Good luck x
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EW NEWBIE
Latest post on 30 January 2011 - 11:23
you should! also keep a log of anything (big or small) you find to be an unfair practice as well as any rumors/comments you've heard regarding your work.
 
 

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