Dear Reader,
Not too long ago, Admin Gal was made aware of an unfortunate situation of an administrative colleague.
We Admins are often in positions to make many different decisions based on undocumented conversations. This particular colleague had been asked to add some variety to the catering to an annual multi-week event. Ever conscious of budgets and time constraints, this Admin went to work to make this request happen.
Imagine her surprise when she was taken to task by her manager, in front of multiple departments, for having blown a budget.
Here are some key points to take into consideration:
1. Said Admin had negotiated excellent rates with every vendor who provided food for the event.
2. At no point did the manager ask to see costs for the meals being provided before he made a scene.
3. Said manager had a plate full of food as he made a fool of himself.
4. Everything came well with in the budget alloted for the event.
Admin Gal has heard many a sad tale in her career, but this particular tale of abuse raised her hackles.
As Admins, we are like ducks, shaking off the bad and reveling in the good. However, one bad manager can certainly spoil the job.
Dear Reader, what would you do in our dear Admin's place?
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