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Missouri_Rebel -> RE: OT: Why Matrix Shouldn't Hire Me (2/2/2013 4:43:57 AM)
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Maybe I'm a glutton for punishment. I should be trying to manipulate X and Y against each other!
I think you already know the answer to that question when you stated;
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I generally speak for myself and don't seek strength in numbers.
It's not in your M.O.. It would be too transparent.
Every place has these problems. I've been on both sides; employee and employer so I know a little about those people we politely call co-workers.
The only advice I might have is to do the very best you can do at all times. The cream will rise to the top.
If X is being petty, any intelligent supervisor will see through it and your good work will speak for itself. Clearly Y is lacking in character if he cannot confront you himself so it would be no surprise if he was just a non-willing participant himself.
If all 3 people feel the same about the email I would suggest stepping back and really trying to see it from their point of view as if there was never any friction from X. That could be clouding your judgement. Upon doing so, if you were wrong, I'd apologize.
I've worked at places where it seemed there were more backstabbers than just those that were concerned about putting out a product. I'd work with my X and he would talk crap on Y. Then I'd work with Y and he'd talk crap on X. I'd get both of them and they would act like best friends. Makes me sick. I just keep my mouth shut, do my job, and if I have a problem with either X or Y I ask them personally and get right to the crux of it all. IMO, if they are not ready to resolve whatever it is then they are in fact petty and not man enough to waste any more time worrying about. They'll never change.
So if I were you I'd consider having a talk with X first and try to clear up any source of contention. A little tact goes a long way, mind you.
Above all, it must not affect anyone's performance. If it does, there will be a change.
mo reb
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