Is it the Weekend Yet?

[rusty_armour]

My manager is a fuckin' prick. I won't go into the many reasons why because it won't accomplish anything and I just don't have that kind of time. No, it's enough for me to be able to say it as I can't voice the opinion aloud in my cubicle. Okay, I mouthed and whispered the sentiment -- and a few other things as well, but it's not really the same thing. And, to be honest, I'm just not angry enough to indulge in a proper rant. I've been feeling tired all week and ranting just seems to require too much energy, you know? Or, maybe, I've just gotten used to him being a fuckin' prick, so it no longer comes as a huge surprise.

Oh, well. Thankfully, he's not in tomorrow. I think that's the first piece of good news I've had today. *g*

Comments

[radiogaga80.livejournal.com]

Does it help if I tell you that things aren't much better where I work?
The reason why I have a big desk is not that 3 different people can drop work on it. >:(

[rusty-armour.livejournal.com]

Does it help if I tell you that things aren't much better where I work?

No, it doesn't help because now I just feel bad for you. *g* Okay, okay. They say misery loves company, so I guess it's reassuring to know that a lot of people out there have crap managers and/or co-workers. :-)

The reason why I have a big desk is not that 3 different people can drop work on it. >:(

It isn't? Are you sure you're an editor? *g* Yeah, okay. I hear ya. Ironically, my problem yesterday wasn't the amount of work I had to do but the fact that my manager didn't seem to trust me to take on the responsibilities of my supervisor while said supervisor was out of the office, even though I had undertaken those very same responsibilities a few times before. In fact, it was originally my manager's idea that I do so. I guess there are worse problems, but I'm busy enough without having to waste my time repeating a task he's already done and hasn't informed me about.

[boobamiaow.livejournal.com]

Yep-tonight at work we've been discussing why our manager is a bitch! Luckily I seem to stay under the radar but she has upset a lot of people. Add to that an office full of bitching/backstabbing women and you get the picture. I tend to keep myself to myself!

I hope you have a better day tomorrow *hugs*

[rusty-armour.livejournal.com]

Yep-tonight at work we've been discussing why our manager is a bitch! Luckily I seem to stay under the radar but she has upset a lot of people. Add to that an office full of bitching/backstabbing women and you get the picture. I tend to keep myself to myself!

Yikes! You know it's bad when a whole bunch of you agree that your manager is a bitch! *g* I'm glad you've been able to stay under the radar so far, though I'm sorry that you have to deal with an office full of bitching/backstabbing women.

While I wouldn't describe my co-workers as backstabbing, I don't entirely trust them. There's one co-worker who's a bit of a snitch and another who complained openly in a meeting about the way I had trained him to do something...On second thoughts, I suppose there are a couple of backstabbers in my department! *g*

I tend to keep myself to myself!

Me too. My manager has accused me of being quiet, but it's not as if I have any reason to socialize with the people in my department. I certainly have no interest in chatting with him when a) he only talks to me when he needs something, or there's information he has to share, or he's pretending to be a thoughtful and caring manager and b) he's made it abundantly clear that he doesn't like me.

I hope you have a better day tomorrow *hugs*

*Hugs in return* So far, so good. It's certainly better than yesterday. :-) I hope you had a good day at work.

[boobamiaow.livejournal.com]

Glad your day was better-we spent the evening moaning again hehe. One of my workmates has been really upset by the manager and it is making her ill-so was consoling her.

Keeping to yourself is the best way to be. I'm more than happy to chat to people etc, but I don't want to get sucked into the groups and cliques. Sorry your manager is such an arsehole!

[rusty-armour.livejournal.com]

Glad your day was better-we spent the evening moaning again hehe. One of my workmates has been really upset by the manager and it is making her ill-so was consoling her.

I'm sorry to hear that. While my manager often pisses me off, I don't think he's ever made me feel ill, except maybe when I'm stressed. It was very kind of you to console your co-worker. I'm sure she felt better afterwards. :-)

Keeping to yourself is the best way to be. I'm more than happy to chat to people etc, but I don't want to get sucked into the groups and cliques.

That's pretty much how I feel. While I'm happy to chat with people, I'm not interested in being a part of a group or a clique. This might seem cold, but I'm not looking to make any friends at work. I've got plenty of friends outside of the office.

Sorry your manager is such an arsehole!

Yeah, I'm sorry too, though I should be used to it by now. *g*

[njc2007.livejournal.com]

I understand. My manager is one too. Unfortunately, I am self-managed.

That was my attempt at humour. It's not so good.

On a serious note, I do feel your pain. I've been in similar situations in the past and it sucks. To help you cope, I am sending you huge hugs.

[rusty-armour.livejournal.com]

I understand. My manager is one too. Unfortunately, I am self-managed.

That was my attempt at humour. It's not so good.

LOL! No, that is good. I'm sure it's not true, but it's good. *g*

On a serious note, I do feel your pain. I've been in similar situations in the past and it sucks. To help you cope, I am sending you huge hugs.

I guess everyone has had bad moments with their managers and/or co-workers. Thanks for the sympathy, kind words and huge hugs. I'm sending some in return. :-)

[khyrra.livejournal.com]

Boo. I've been there, it truly sucks how a bad manager/boss can ruin what is at least a perfectly adequate (if not dream) job.

[rusty-armour.livejournal.com]

Boo. I've been there, it truly sucks how a bad manager/boss can ruin what is at least a perfectly adequate (if not dream) job.

Hey, khyrra! While this has never been my dream job, it's bearable -- most of the time. You're absolutely right about the way a manager/boss can ruin something. While I was a bit stressed yesterday (taking on some of my supervisor's responsibilities), I was doing okay until my manager started to mess everything up. Grrrrr...Well, as I said before, he's not here today, so that's a relief. And tomorrow's the weekend, so that's great news as well. :-)

[sublunarfields.livejournal.com]

I'm sorry. It seems almost everyone I know is going through a hard time right now. What's wrong with the world?

At least the weekend is coming. I hope you get some rest and have some fun too. :)

[rusty-armour.livejournal.com]

I'm sorry. It seems almost everyone I know is going through a hard time right now. What's wrong with the world?

Actually, compared to a lot of people, I've got it good. While I'm not thrilled about work, I can't really complain about any other aspect of my life. Hell, in terms of work, things really aren't that bad in comparison to what other people have to put up with. I just have a tendency to bitch and over-react. *g*

I guess work is a common source for a lot of people's problems. In addition, given the rather tough economic times we're facing, I suppose it shouldn't be a surprise that people are feeling more frustrated and stressed in the work place.

At least the weekend is coming. I hope you get some rest and have some fun too. :)

Yes, the weekend is almost here and I definitely plan to rest and have fun. Other than spending too much time on the computer (as usual), I plan to start my annual Halloween DVD viewing. :-)

I hope things are a little better for you. I won't ask you to elaborate here because you probably want to keep your situation private. However, I have been thinking about you and your family and hoping that you've seen some improvement in your life. Feel free to send me a private message through LJ if you need to talk, okay?

[boobamiaow.livejournal.com]

Sorry for hijacking-what dvds are you watching for your haloween run?....I will be doing one too hehe

[rusty-armour.livejournal.com]

It's funny you should ask that because I was thinking of posting an entry on the subject. Now that you've asked for my playlist, I have a good excuse for indulging. I should probably warn you that my choices aren't completely traditional. For example, I started off my little Halloween run this evening with Hot Fuzz. *g*

[funkyinfishnet.livejournal.com]

Sorry to hear that management are so disagreeable. That sucks big time. Understatement, I realise. *hugs* I hope you get a lot of needed rest this weekend and are able to relax and enjoy the non-presence of the management *moar hugs*

[rusty-armour.livejournal.com]

*Hugs in return* No, no. Not an understatement at all. And I'm sure I'll have a very relaxing and enjoyable weekend as there won't be any managers around. :-) Hope you have a great weekend yourself!

[karen9.livejournal.com]

It's a shame that you have a crap manager - you don't deserve it. It's frustrating to have to keep quiet. I hope you enjoy today without him, and have a good rest over the weekend.

[rusty-armour.livejournal.com]

That's very sweet of you, karen9. Thank you. :-) Unfortunately, I think a lot of people have crap managers -- and not just in my company. *g* You're right about how frustrating it is to keep quiet, but it's what you've got to do if you want to keep your job, I'm afraid.

I'm sure my weekend will be fun and relaxing, especially now that I'm free of the office. I hope you have a great weekend too. :-)