Looking for advice, I work for a very large company. I am described as one of the lead techs by the superintendent. I have a new manager and so far have been to HR twice now. She loves to yell at people and get in their face. Neither time did I personally go to HR. Yesterday she apologized for talking crap about me behind my back. My issue is what do I go back to HR or do I just let this slide.

5 Comments

1. Afo Ogbeyalu KaluJuly 18,2024 at 12:23PM UTC

   Send the new manager an email thanking her for taking ownership of the inappropriate behavior for your records. This way, there is documentation of past unprofessional conduct.

2. Maltag LouisJuly 18,2024 at 12:40PM UTC

   I'd go to hr, have them start a file since it seems like it's a recurrent action from her. Nobody but you have your back. Protect yourself.

3. MaryaliceJuly 18,2024 at 1:47PM UTC

   HR isn’t like it was 30 years ago and look out for your best interest. You will be deemed a whistleblower in the eyes of management from that point forward these days. You might want to discuss this with her same level colleagues and see if they can speak with her. Tread carefully. If it’s upper level corporate, best to talk with your coworkers and get some feedback first.

4. Robin StrayhornJuly 18,2024 at 1:41PM UTC

   I'm sorry this has been your experience. IMHO, silence breeds acceptance. If she treats people as she does, it is because she is allowed to. HR is designed to protect both the company and YOU! I hope you pursue action.

5. AnonymousJuly 20,2024 at 7:00PM UTC

   I love what another poster said "Send the new manager an email thanking her for taking ownership of the inappropriate behavior " and I would add to ask HR to set up a meeting with the 2 of you to mediate what is happening and find solutions since you are feeling harassed and you can feel your work environment changing and not for the better.