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Feeling frustrated 😤 about having to stay past your scheduled shift and missing out on family time during the holidays? You’re not alone. Many people struggle with work commitments conflicting with personal obligations, and it can be incredibly challenging to navigate these situations without feeling overwhelmed.
Here’s a breakdown of what happened and some tips for handling similar situations in the future:
The Schedule Conflict: Why It Happened
At the private golf course where I work, the schedule was supposed to end at 2 pm, allowing me to attend a family member’s birthday party at 2:30. However, my boss suddenly texted me at 1:30, instructing me to start picking up the range and close everything down. It seemed like a simple task, but it ended up creating a major conflict.
Challenges Faced:
– Conflicting Instructions: My boss’s text contradicted the instructions given by the golf department managers, causing confusion and frustration.
– Time Constraints: With only 30 minutes before the scheduled end of my shift, it was impossible to complete all the tasks required to close down the range and clean the balls.
– Traffic Troubles: Being located 45 minutes to an hour away from work meant that getting stuck in traffic was a very real possibility, further complicating the situation.
Dealing with the Fallout: Missing Out on Family Time
As a result of the confusion and delays at work, I ended up leaving at 2:45 and arrived at the family party much later than planned, missing out on precious time with loved ones. This not only affected my personal life but also left me feeling frustrated and disconnected from the celebration.
Tips for Navigating Similar Situations:
1. Clear Communication: In situations like these, it’s essential to maintain clear communication with your boss and colleagues. If the instructions are conflicting or causing timeline issues, don’t be afraid to seek clarity and express your concerns.
2. Time Management: While it’s important to follow your employer’s instructions, it’s also crucial to manage your time effectively. If you foresee potential conflicts, communicate them in advance and seek solutions to mitigate the impact on your personal life.
3. Flexibility: Sometimes, unexpected circumstances arise at work that require flexibility. However, it’s important for employers to also respect their employees’ time and commitments outside of work.
Finding a Balance: Advocating for Your Work-Life Balance
Ultimately, finding a balance between work and personal life is essential for your overall well-being and happiness. It’s essential to advocate for your work-life balance and communicate openly with your employer about the challenges you face in juggling work commitments and personal obligations.
In Conclusion
Navigating work-related challenges that impact your personal life is a common struggle for many individuals. By maintaining clear communication, prioritizing time management, and advocating for your work-life balance, you can better navigate similar situations in the future and ensure that your personal life is not overshadowed by work commitments.
Remember, your time with loved ones is precious, and finding a balance between work and personal life is crucial for your overall happiness and well-being.
If you’re scheduled til 2 you leave at 2. It’s the managers job to figure the rest out.
No boss we didn’t leave at 2 because (name) said we couldn’t start picking up till 2. I clocked out at (time).
Let them sort that shit out…but going forward, if YOUR boss wants you off his clock at 2. You clock out at 2.
I’m going to sound like an asshole here, but 90% of this subs issues come down to “grow a pair of balls”. If you have issues getting walked over like this at work, you likely have issues getting walked over outside of work too.
Probably should have involved boss as soon as golf managers said wait until 2. Member services is probably paying your wages and should have final say, subject to GM oversight, of your hours as it’s going to impact their P&L.
Next time you need to text your actual boss or better yet, Call them immediately if someone is saying contrary things to what he wants.
Speak up.
“My manager has us clocking out at 2, you better get together with him and figure it out, ’cause at two I’m gone.”
OP, flip that shit on them and make it their fucking problem instead of hosing you over.
Listen to the one that signs your check. Everyone else is just blowing hot air.
If the schedule says 2, leave at 2. Boss screwed up by not making sure members knew when the range was closing. Sure, they’d pitch a fit if you kicked them out early…but that’s the boss’ problem, not yours.
I would’ve just left at 2
Sorry to hear. Sounds like a terrible arrangement.
I would request a meeting with the management immediately and discuss your concerns and their expectations. If they expect you to close at 2pm and clean up thereafter you should (1) be paid until 2.45pm as it’s company time, (2) decide if it’s the right job still for you.
Bro a party from 2:30 and everyone is leaving by 4pm, something seems off here lol
My brother in the military would say something like: I’m following my Chain of Command.
Your boss is an idiot. If the business is open until 2:00 p.m., then he should schedule people for however long it is expected to close shop afterward.
Which one of them is your boss? Tell the others to talk to him, not you. You aren’t in a position to make the call. And if they can’t work it out, do what your boss said to do….as best you can.
You chose to stay past 2. Your family will never remember the time you were a team player at work for staying past your scheduled time, but they’ll remember the party you skipped for work. If you continue not to stand up for yourself, your boss will be more than happy to continue walking all over you.
I’m going to sound like an asshole here but this is just called being a team player. You are in a job that occasionally requires you to stay late. You knew this going in. I say this as someone who also has a job like this
Who is your manager? Work as directed by them and only them. Anyone has a problem with it they call your manager and yout manager tells you to do it differently. That’s when you do.
If everyone left party after 1,5hr it was probably really bad one. You dodged a bullet here !
No. You should have left AT 2. You leave when you’re scheduled to leave. Anything and I mean ANYTHING over that is your choice to make if they are offering you overtime.
You agree to sell your time and labor to your employer for the hours you are scheduled. How they use that time is what you agree on when you are applying for the job. Anything outside that time isn’t your responsibility.
All that is fucked up and you should be pissed. But I have a question, was this a kids birthday party? Why when it started at 230pm was everyone leaving at 4pm? Seems weird to me.
If your boss said you finish at 2, I’d finish at 2. If someone else wants you to not do things on time to be able to do them before you finish, that is their responsibility, but tell them that you’re leaving at 2, and if you do what they say, they will need to take responsibility for them not being done or do them themselves. They will change their mind then.
What kind of party starts at 2:30 and ends at 4?
Golf courses are run by and occupied by extreme assholes. I used to do marketing work for one and we weren’t even allowed to deliver without wearing a collared shirt and going through the back entrance. It’s antiquated and offensive. Don’t ever do extra for those people. Take care of yourself <3