Private problems? That should also know the boss

Private problems? This should also be experienced by the boss

25/11/2013

Anyone who has private problems and then gets them out of hand is most likely not at work in the workplace either. Then it can quickly come to errors, because the performance decreases. Especially when it comes to such drastic experiences as a divorce or a death, only a few can concentrate on the job.

Those who are in such a situation should quietly report to their supervisor in order to prevent misunderstandings. Advises Stephan Weiler of the German Society for Occupational Medicine and Environmental Medicine (DGAUM).

This avoids the impression that you might want to have a good time at work at the expense of the other employees. If the boss is privy, you may even be happy to help with solving the problem.

Even if there is no close relationship, almost every person understands such moments. You do not necessarily have to go into detail right away. It is important to communicate that the reason for this is private problems and not because the work is no longer important to you or that you yourself are not affected by a serious illness. Openness in such situations usually leads to the understanding of all involved. (Fr)

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