My boss reduced my pay so that he gets a bonus
Hi
user
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Hello though, how has life been treating you lately?
assistant
Question
It's been a pretty crazy year. I'm mostly bummed because of my work.
user
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It has been a really weird year hasn't it? Don't worry, I think it's been the same for all of us. Would you like to tell me more details?
assistant
Affirmation and Reassurance
Sure, when covid hit my company did a round of layoffs and also cut everyone else's pay by 10%... I was bummed but I kind of understood because I knew our business would be impacted by closures. I found out recently that my boss (the VP) is intentionally making our impact seem worse so he can keep our salaries reduced and overall cost lower so that he can get a higher bonus next year.
user
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That really sucks! I can understand why you are angry and anxious about this and you have every right to be! Are there any official routes that you can use to complain?
assistant
Reflection of feelings,Question
I work in supply chain and I see the actual sales numbers and realized 4 months ago that we were actually on track to exceed our plans, even with the covid reductions. a few weeks later I heard him tell our sales director to keep the numbers artificially low so that they will both get their bonuses I don't think so... He's the VP there isn't anyone I can go to above him
user
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That is genuinely unfair. Have you looked into getting free - or low cost at least - advice about making a formal complaint? It really should not be legal for your boss to be taking advantage of workers like this
assistant
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I don't know if it is or not... I used my EAP benefit through work where you can talk to a councilor for free (5 visits) and they said that it's unfortunate but they didn't think it was illegal.
user
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I am very sorry to hear that, that sounds extremely unfair to me. Have you considered looking for another job? I realise it's a very difficult time to be looking for work right now though
assistant
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yeah, it's tough.. I don't know if anyone is hiring. because of the timing like you mentioned. I've looked a little bit though
user
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I really can't wait for this year to be over! It's been so awful. Do you suppose anyone at all has had a good year?
assistant
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haha I don't know... I'm sure someone has... heck the VP is getting a Bonus... so I'm sure he'd say he's having a good year
user
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Well yes fair point! Us poorer people are not doing very well though! Have you tried to talk with any of your coworkers about this? I would suggest that it might help.
assistant
Others,Providing Suggestions
Amen. That's a good call, I've got a work buddy who I feel somewhat comfortable talking with. I may try and reach out to him
user
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I really think you should. You have a legitimate grievance and being able to discuss it with people who understand might help a lot.
assistant
Affirmation and Reassurance
I feel a little guilty about sharing what I know because I almost feel like ignorance is bliss at this point. But then I feel guilty for keeping that info
user
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I feel that people have the right to know what is being done and will be happy you told them.
assistant
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I agree and I think you're right. I appreciate you chatting with me about this
user
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