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<channel><title><![CDATA[Business Management Daily — FREE reports on business, management, leadership, career, communication, human resources, employment law, technology, sales and small business tax - Comments for article: My company’s owners are HR nightmares! Should I stay or should I go?]]></title><link>http://www.businessmanagementdaily.com</link><description /><language>en-us</language><copyright><![CDATA[http://www.businessmanagementdaily.com]]></copyright><generator>N/A</generator><webMaster>ehall@nibm.net</webMaster><lastBuildDate>Sat, 21 Nov 2009 10:31:01 EST</lastBuildDate><ttl>20</ttl><item><title><![CDATA[Comment #1]]></title><link>http://www.businessmanagementdaily.com/articles/18567/1/My-companys-owners-are-HR-nightmares-Should-I-stay-or-should-I-go/Page1.html#Comment1550</link><description><![CDATA[Dear RS:

I am a retired EEOC Supervisor and  District Training Manager.  I have dealt with owners as you described and worked with HR personnel during my career.  I know have a consulting company and am working with employers to help them see the benefits of complying with the law--such as improved morale and better work performance.

Sounds as though you are doing what you should with little result.  
Have you ever thought of bringing someone in from outside to conduct training for managers?  In my experience, owners will sometimes listen to someone from outside--somewhat like our children.

Unfortunately, when owners are stubborn, it makes your job much more difficult.  HR personnel have a tough time.  Remember to do what you know is right under the law.  You also have retaliation protection also.  

Thanks for attempting to do the right thing.  

Sharron Blalock
EEO Prevention or Penalty, LLC
www.eeopreventionorpenaly.com<br/><br/>
(Comment posted by Sharron Blalock at 11:51 am, Tue 14th Apr 2009)]]></description><author>no@spam.com (Sharron Blalock)</author><pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 14 Apr 2009 11:51:52 EDT]]></pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.businessmanagementdaily.com/articles/18567/1/My-companys-owners-are-HR-nightmares-Should-I-stay-or-should-I-go/Page1.html#Comment1550</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Comment #2]]></title><link>http://www.businessmanagementdaily.com/articles/18567/1/My-companys-owners-are-HR-nightmares-Should-I-stay-or-should-I-go/Page1.html#Comment1561</link><description><![CDATA[Sharon, thank you for your positive response.  I tell everyone, tell the truth, do what is right and you will never be wrong!  I use this as my own personal work ethic, not so easy at times, but I will not budge!

I have brought in outside influences, and you are right...the marvel at what they say; exactly what I just said months, weeks, days earlier.  At least the company lawyer sides with me and we always seem to be on the same page.  So, when I do have push, I get him to do it!  

I just don't know if I can take to my retirement this lack of respect?

Thanks again!<br/><br/>
(Comment posted by RS, from Midwest at 4:08 pm, Tue 14th Apr 2009)]]></description><author>no@spam.com (RS, from Midwest)</author><pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 14 Apr 2009 16:08:28 EDT]]></pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.businessmanagementdaily.com/articles/18567/1/My-companys-owners-are-HR-nightmares-Should-I-stay-or-should-I-go/Page1.html#Comment1561</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Comment #3]]></title><link>http://www.businessmanagementdaily.com/articles/18567/1/My-companys-owners-are-HR-nightmares-Should-I-stay-or-should-I-go/Page1.html#Comment1571</link><description><![CDATA[Dear RS:

Thanks for sharing your current situation.  I am afraid that there are lots of HR Managers out there in the same boat.  You are handling things correctly by telling the truth, getting legal support and bringing in outside influences.  Thank you for maintaining your sense of integrity.

This, however, does not ease the pain I hear in your message about your personal feelings of being battered by the owners.  Before I became a consultant over 10 years ago, I had a similar situation.  Going home night after night feeling drained and bruised was taking a huge toll on my psyche, body and family.  After 9 years in the position, I chose to leave.  No job in hand, no plans - just the knowledge that I did all I could while I was there and it was now time for me to move on.  It was one of the most difficult decisions I have had to face in my 30+ years in Human Resources.

No one can give you advice on whether to say or go.  But, there are lots of companies looking to hire ethical people today.  Even if you just get your resume polished up and start a search, you will feel better.  Knowing that you are taking steps to honor your true self will lift a part of the burden you now carry.

I wish you well in this difficult journey.

Margaret Jacoby, President
HR Department on Call
HR Help Desk<br/><br/>
(Comment posted by Margaret Jacoby at 11:01 am, Wed 15th Apr 2009)]]></description><author>no@spam.com (Margaret Jacoby)</author><pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 15 Apr 2009 11:01:54 EDT]]></pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.businessmanagementdaily.com/articles/18567/1/My-companys-owners-are-HR-nightmares-Should-I-stay-or-should-I-go/Page1.html#Comment1571</guid></item></channel></rss>