438: How to Straighten Out Your Crooked Boss | Feedback Friday
Nov 27, 2020
The hosts tackle the tricky situation of a new firefighter facing a crooked boss, discussing the complexities of whistleblowing and the importance of documentation. They also dive into a listener's shock over pay disparity in a tech firm, providing strategies for salary negotiations. Plus, there's a humorous take on attending a golf trip with an unfriendly VP, offering tips for handling awkward workplace dynamics. It's a mix of serious advice and light-hearted banter, perfect for navigating tough professional waters.
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Documenting Misconduct
Document every interaction with the fire chief, including dates, times, and witnesses.
Focus on safety violations like lying about certifications and neglecting truck maintenance.
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Reporting Channels
If your station is unionized, report the chief through your union representative.
If not, report safety violations to OSHA's whistleblower protection program.
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Legal Counsel
Consult a whistleblower attorney, especially one with public sector experience, to discuss your options.
They can advise on the risks, potential outcomes, and how to navigate the process.
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Your boss is a low-down dirty sidewinder whose corruption seemingly knows no bounds, and you're on his radar because you've begun to piece together the extent of his malfeasance. If you're wondering how to straighten out your crooked boss (or at least dodge whatever wrath he's trying to dole out as you collect the evidence that will be his undoing), this Feedback Friday is a good place to start!
And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every week! If you want us to answer your question, register your feedback, or tell your story on one of our upcoming weekly Feedback Friday episodes, drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com. Now let's dive in!
As a new, proud firefighter, you're wondering how to straighten out your crooked boss before his malfeasance brings the whole department down or gets someone killed. We have thoughts!
As a European woman working for an American tech company, you were unpleasantly surprised to discover one of your equal-role male coworkers makes $1,500 more per year than you. How might you negotiate for fairer pay at your upcoming evaluation?
You "won" an auction to go on a golf trip with your company's least likable VP, which is made all the more awkward by the fact that you've never even played the game before. What are your best options here?
Your Robinhood account was hacked, your $6,000 worth of stocks and options were sold, and the cash was transferred out of reach. Even though you reported this within an hour of it happening, Robinhood still hasn't given you definitive answers about what can be done to remedy the situation. What should be your next course of action? [Thanks to Corbin Payne, Esq. and Nathan Perry for helping us with this one!]
Have any questions, comments, or stories you'd like to share with us? Drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com!
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