Please find yourself another job.
By alokn99
@alokn99 (5717)
India
July 24, 2008 8:36am CST
I just had to go through this extremely hard and painful situation of having to convey this decision to 3 of my hardworking and sincere colleagues .
I argued , pleaded their case to the management and even tried for a relocation but had to give in because of the financial pressures and the need for down sizing the organisation is going through. Since they mean a lot to me , I even tried suggesting ways of cost cutting or a reduction in my teams salaries in order for these 3 guys to be retained ,but the management would not hear of it. To add to this I was not given any time to prepare myself for it.
The reaction of these 3 guys was that of disbelief and I cannot fully express the emotions that they went through from tears to anger and then to a sort of submission. Apart from being sympathetic and consoling them, the only comfort that I could give them was that I would help them get some work with some friends, which I honestly will do.
The thought that I should have done something more to try and retain them is troubling me, moresoever since it is the first time that I have had to do something like this.
Is there something else I could have done or should do ?
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5 responses
@ShepherdSpy (8544)
• Omagh, Northern Ireland
24 Jul 08
Sounds like You did the Decent thing standing up to them,and did everything that was possible for You to do to save these Guys...But those higher up made the decision and left you to break the news..that's the sucky part of having a little authority...those with more can pull the rug right out from under You and leave you on your A$$,feeling bad at being the Bearer of Bad News..
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@ShepherdSpy (8544)
• Omagh, Northern Ireland
25 Jul 08
You probably feel a bit guilty that You still have a Job when these Nice Guys got the big E..There's really nothing You can do,as I'm sure quitting your Job in protest or sympathy isn't going to help them or You..If your business contacts can come up with something for them,that's Great..Don't those people get Severance pay?are they entitled to Redundancy money? Do you have a Union?
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@alokn99 (5717)
• India
25 Jul 08
The compensation that they will get will be meagre. After having thought through this over the last few hours , the best thing I can do is help them in getting a placment elsewhere. There seems to be some hope on this based on the positive feedback that I have just received. Thanks
@Remembering1996 (2219)
• United States
24 Jul 08
I must say you tried in all your power and might to get your point heard but the managment wasn't hearing it. I know it's hard to see them have to go and you tried and all but don't get down on your self for like you sid you are going to get them work with your friends and that is great it goes to show your are willing to help them which most wouldn't do that for just anybody. What did they do if you don't mind me asking where the management sent them on their way and wasn't hearing of anything fro you or anyone about it? this is a sad thing I do wish them the best of luck and may they find something soon with your help. :)
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@mimpi1911 (25464)
• India
25 Jul 08
Alok
when a company decides to go for downsizing a lot of things happen that are taken with high disbelief, contempt, questioning and demurs. We question, reason, argue, and get furious eventually. That normal human behaviour. So, I do not see any wrong with the dispositions of the three that you are speaking about. Now, coming to the one who is supposed to deliver it all for the corporate house, its a strange situation to be in. Its not the question of doing much or doing less. He would be questioned either way, no matter what. I think you did the best of your ability. And its really commendable the way you handled it all. In fact you went out of your way to put them somewhere else. This shows your right kinda values. I really appreciate. I would just say one thing. Pls do not feel guilty. Why should you? And I am sure those three ppl would understand your contribution and would thank you in no time.
Smiles....
@alokn99 (5717)
• India
25 Jul 08
What complicated the whole issue was that it sudden and I was kind of torn between my feelings for my colleagues and that of my boss( very close to me). I suppose these are the lessons one goes through in life.
Mimpi, on the brighter side it seems that my intentions to help them will be fruitful. There is something I have fixed up for them on Monday and if all goes well they may have a job quite similar to the one they had here and possibly with a better packet.
@mimpi1911 (25464)
• India
25 Jul 08
Alok
That's great! See, all is not that bleak. I am sure they would be happier with the new job.
@dpk262006 (58679)
• Delhi, India
25 Jul 08
Alok, it is really a sad story. I feel very sorry to hear about your colleagues, whom you conveyed the unpleasent and undiserable news regarding their sacking from the Organisation. The problem is growing now a days in the Priate Sector, where many employers are going for down sizing. Axe may fall on any of the employee. Your state of mind could be understood, because they were your colleagues and you were attached to them professionally and otherwise. But I think, you need to feel guilty about it, because you know in your heart of heart that you did your best to save them from the extreme action. You are right, when the decision by the management to sack them as already been taken, they need to look ahead. If you can help them out in finding a similar/decent job, I think much of their agony will subsidise. Best of Luck to you and your friends. Remember the God is Great. He would help them find another avenues soon.
@alokn99 (5717)
• India
25 Jul 08
Dpk,
What makes it more difficult to handle is that ours is a small organisation and the tendency is to get very close and attached with our colleagues. These are guys who I have encouraged and helped in every wasy that I could. They in turn have given me their constant support. What also made it difficult was the suddeness.
I am finding some avenues for them and there seems to be some good news on that front. Hope it develops into something positive. Thanks for sharing your concerns, and I really appreciate it.
@dpk262006 (58679)
• Delhi, India
25 Jul 08
please read 'you need Not to feel guilty........'in the fifth line. and also read........'has already been taken..........
Erros are regretted.
@dpk262006 (58679)
• Delhi, India
25 Jul 08
I can understand when you work in small organisation, you tend to develop close relationship with your colleagues. I presume that you are a very considerate and caring person, therefore, you think a lot about your dear colleagues. I know it feels bad and pinches, when you find that it is you - who are going to convey the sad news of sacking to your dear colleagues, but I think, you had no option. You and they had to swallow the bitter pill, either gracefully or otherwise.
Hope your efforts to get them settled in another job will be fruitful.
Best of luck!
@MaeTsuen (257)
• Philippines
25 Jul 08
well what you did was already more than enough first it was voluntary they didn't ask for help from you. you already did so much and they appreciate it i know. It just that maybe they weren't as lucky as you are because they got fired and you didn't. But don't worry they can do it, thus you will also be helping them out finding new jobs... just remember... thru and thin you guys should stick together.. you just did that =) i am so proud of you if i was your friend and i would feel so lucky to have you. =)
