Please Suggest - Business Development [Thread 2623]

Hi All,

Need some suggestions on the following issue. Kindly advise...

I have been working in the Marketing domain for the past 4 years and for the last 1 1/2 years, I have been in Business Development where I assist direct marketing personnel by generating new leads, scheduling appointments, preparing proposals, following up with clients, and collecting payments. I have remained with the same company for the past 1 1/2 years.

According to our company policy, employees are allowed 1 casual leave day per month and 12 days of paid leave per year.

Due to personal reasons, I had to take 2 days off as emergency leave without prior notice. On the first day of my absence, I contacted a colleague and asked him to inform the company, which he did. However, on the second day, my immediate boss sent someone to my location to check if I was available.

This behavior has deeply upset me, and I have considered resigning. However, as my Managing Director (MD) is not aware of the situation, I wish to discuss it with him before making any decisions. Should I disclose this during our discussion?

I would appreciate some advice. (Please note that my immediate boss is the Vice President of the company and a close relative of my MD.)

Thanks,

Anu

Hi Leo Lingham,

What the VP did was wrong and rude. At the same time, your discussion with the MD on this matter may not help. I don't think the MD will take any action with the VP due to the official position as well as the relationship. But if you feel strongly about this event (it is your value system), seek another position and then quit. Because this VP might do it again.

Regards,
ANU

Hi Anu,

I suggest you talk to your immediate boss and VP about this. Explain your problem and why you had to take leave. No company objects to leave taken for genuine reasons. Open communication with both would help if you want it to work. Remember, quitting is the easiest way out. So, DON'T give up!!

Regards,
Anu

Hi Anu,

Thank you for the update. It seems like you are facing a challenging situation with your immediate boss also being the VP and your direct reporting line. It's positive to hear that your MD is supportive and understanding of the employees. Considering there is no one to fill your position in the company immediately, leaving abruptly may not be the best course of action.

Your plan to provide a 15-day notice before leaving the company, along with applying for a one-week leave in the interim, sounds like a reasonable approach to handle the transition. It's essential to ensure a smooth handover of responsibilities to maintain continuity within the company.

If you need any further advice or support on this matter, please feel free to reach out.

Best regards,
Leo

Dear Anu,

I respect your decision. Your self-esteem has been hurt, and you will never feel comfortable working under such a climate.

Regards,
Leo Lingham

Anu,

What the VP did was definitely wrong. But this happens in many organizations even today. You could call this as 'running a police station' rather than running a sales office. There are VPs, etc., who check even on persons who have been working in the company for several years. It is trust that we need in people who work with us.