Before proceeding to read this reviw, If you are thinking that you are being picked and targeted in your company, or unfair things happen to you only, let me tell you that YOU ARE NOT ALONE. The intensity of your problems at office can only be as much as you impose on yourself. Everybody has tough times and tough people to cope with, and ultimately, it is only those who have the patience and perseverance that thrive in an Organisation.
4 Yrs experience in ITES industry taught me that stress may be due to a Bad Boss, A Bad team, or a Bad JOB itself.
A BAD BOSS:
*Researches and surveys have proved that most people quite their jobs because of a bad boss.
It is rightly said that "People dont quit jobs; they quit their managers". Infact, " Perfect Boss " is an oxymoron. A Bad Boss is one who is highly critical, pushy and controlling, who exibhits favoritism, very inconsiderate and overly demanding. And **bad bosses could be the prime source of frustration or stress at your workplace.
*I have worked under several Bosses and I can tell you that if you have a Bad boss, more often than not, it is because you havent been inline with your boss’es expectations.
It is a bitter truth that ultimately you work for a boss and not for a company - It is ONLY your boss who will do your appraisal.So just check if you are in tune with his expectations by constantly and periodically seeking his feedback. With this you can avoid " unpleasant surprises " in you appraisal. Dont catch me wrong - I WOULD NEVER ADVOCATE BUTTERING the Boss. I have never done that before and dont have any plans in future either - no matter what.
If you feel that your Boss yells at you and finds fault with you for no reason and just keeps putting you down, let your antennas go up! It affects the peace of mind, and can have a lasting negative influence on you and can ruin your capabilities. Never take it to heart - most of the time, it is only against the work that you have done and not against you.
Your Boss is not the only person on earth who can judge you nor is yours the only company. Never lose faith in your self just because of a severe criticism or after an appraisal that hasnt gone your way. Dont sulk. There are fair chances that your boss hasnt judged you properly.
Most of us know that Narayana Murthy who was turned down as unfit in an interview with WIPRO later on, founded his own company INFOSYS which is now challenging WIPRO in the IT Industry.
Remember - YOUR BOSS IS JUST ANOTHER PERSON in this huge world - HE IS NOT GOD! This is the best way to console yourself against a Bad boss.
ACTUAL JOB / Organisation related woes :
Common complaints from Employees relating to a Job are that the Job is monotonous, involves lot of stretch work, is not rewarding. Needless to say, most employees also feel that their **company is high on Cost cutting and do not care for employee welfare, there are no adequate perks, no hikes, bonuses etc.
Is there a company in any corner of this world which runs for charity? NO. Max profits with min investments is the essence of business. If you still feel that your company is highly kanjoosi, has least regard for employee welfare etc, you always have plenty of chances outside. No use complaining - after all we cant do much about it.
If you feel your job isnt good, is repetitive and doesnt have anything good about it, then you may have to assess your career goals, capabilities and discuss it with your manager and check for possible opportunities or lateral movements within your organisation and keep moving on.You shouldnt be a square peg in a round hole. **Always try to choose a job which suits your interests so that you enjoy doing it.
*Team members:
*Some people dislike going to office just because they cant stand the very sight of some people. A colleague’s name would be the worst thing that they would ever have heard. Remember - there are many others in your workplace and there would definitely be at least one person in your office who would understand you.
As a best practice, try to be warm and friendly to all in your team. Try to be helpful and do the best that you can for others in your team Love and help others and they wil return the favour with pleasure.You only get what you give!
Last but not the least:
1.For success in any Organisation - Remember the 2 golden rules "Rule 1. Your Boss is always
right. Rule 2. If you have a different opinion, refer Rule 1. "
- Arguing with your boss is like wrestling with a pig in mud. Finally you find that you are getting dirty
and the pig is enjoying it.( just kidding!)
2.Whenever you feel stressed up, dont bottle up your feelings always try to share it with a
confidant. I usually listen to good music, go on frequent tours and read good books which
relieves me of stress. I am sure it would work well for you too.
3.Dont think that you are the only person in your office who works in your office that your company’s share prices will fall if you do not overstretch and work. Neither over work nor dodge work. I have personally suffered a great deal because of overworking.
4.Pls remember that an office is not the only place on earth. **Dont confine yourself to your
cubicles - you may fail to appreciate the little beauties in life**. It really relieves me of my tension
wen my doggy jumps in joy we I get back home. You can think of bringing up a pet, finding new
things as a hobby .**There are several other things in this world other than WORK!
*Remember we work only to lead a healthy life and let work not ruin our lifestyle. Never compromise more precious things in life for a so called " JOB or ORGANISATION ".
- *And any ppl managers reading this, remember that your actions have a great impact on
people working under you**. Your subordinates greatly contribute towards your success in an
Organisation. We dont gain much by making their lives a living hell. **Help them grow and they will
help you soar greater heights in life.
7.And finally, no matter how bad things are going, it will get OK in sometime. **Time will heal most
problems and things will get better - thats what this revu is all about - EVEN THIS DAY SHALL
PASS! and better days will come.
Thanks a lot for having the patience to read this lengthyyyyy review. If it has been of some use to
you, I am really happy for that.
Happy working! - Smiles, Barani