Posted by phunz on December 17, 2003, at 18:41:02
In reply to Screwing up at work, posted by Susan J on December 16, 2003, at 10:33:35
> I staff this committee which never does anything. I procrastinated and put off arranging for speakers to present stuff to them at a hearing, and then had trouble getting the two co-chairs and the speakers together on the same day and time.
>
> Well, instead of the usual 2-week notice, I ended up giving them only 6 work days notice. And many members are rightfully mad at me. And
> because of that, I'm sure the 2 cochairs will get mad at me. And that will reflect poorly in my evaluation next year. Plus, I was on
> the hook for a report (along with another staffer) that's due before session and we haven't done it. Haven't even started...
>
> People have been fired over similar stuff before. They haven't worked here long, and they messed up from the get-go. But I'm still worried. I did have an excellent reputation until this year (I've
> been here 5 years). And I'll do well in session because I understand the work I do, and it's small (albeit many) projects that I can
> finish daily. I actually was worse off depression-wise last session and still did well then.
>
> And the only other thing I've got going for me is that I've told my boss about my depression, my troubles concentrating and getting out a
> good work product, and have asked repeatedly to move me away from my suitemate (who contributes to my inability to work well). And he hasn't been able or willing to help...but at least it's on record that I asked for help.
>
> I am certainly not expecting any type of raise next year, but do ya think I'm in danger of getting fired? I guess you wouldn't know
> because you don't know the culture here. But does anyone have any suggestions on how to make myself fire-proof? :-)
>
> Thanks,
>
> Susan
>
>i had the same problem a few years ago when i worked as a tsp for gateway. i had my doctor write them a letter and it saved my job. (i had major depresssion and sever anexity)
good luck!
poster:phunz
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