{"id":143870,"date":"2023-11-19T18:19:43","date_gmt":"2023-11-19T18:19:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theprojectsworld.com\/?p=143870"},"modified":"2023-11-19T18:19:43","modified_gmt":"2023-11-19T18:19:43","slug":"karren-bradys-advice-on-how-to-deal-with-a-newly-appointed-manager-who-is-disrespectful-the-sun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theprojectsworld.com\/fashion\/karren-bradys-advice-on-how-to-deal-with-a-newly-appointed-manager-who-is-disrespectful-the-sun\/","title":{"rendered":"Karren Brady\u2019s advice on how to deal with a newly-appointed manager who is disrespectful | The Sun"},"content":{"rendered":"

APPRENTICE star and West Ham United vice-chair Karren Brady answers your careers questions.<\/p>\n

Here she gives a reader advice on how to deal with a friend who has been appointed manager and speaks to her disrespectfully. <\/p>\n

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Q: I work in a call centre, and while it\u2019s not the most interesting job in the world, the people make it a nice<\/span> place and we have a good sense of camaraderie. <\/strong><\/p>\n

However, recently there has been a restructure, and the person in the group who I get on best with has been made our manager. <\/strong><\/p>\n

I didn\u2019t go for the role myself, and I don\u2019t have a problem with being managed and told what to do when needed.<\/strong><\/p>\n

But she has turned into a bit of a dictator, barking orders at us and treating us like dirt. <\/strong><\/p>\n

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We used to get on as friends, so it\u2019s hard not to be annoyed when she speaks to me disrespectfully, and now I\u2019m not enjoying being in the office<\/span> as much. What should I do?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Shannon, via email <\/strong><\/p>\n

A: <\/strong>It can be tough when a person you got along with takes on a managerial role and suddenly changes their behaviour. <\/p>\n

Even though your manager is someone you were friends with, it\u2019s important to maintain a professional demeanour and to stay respectful. <\/p>\n

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Try to schedule a private meeting with her to discuss your concerns. Politely pinpoint specific instances and behaviours that are causing you discomfort. <\/p>\n

You mention she treats others the same way, but only speak for yourself, so she doesn\u2019t feel ganged up on. <\/p>\n

For example, say: \u201cI feel disrespected when I\u2019m spoken to in this manner.\u201d<\/p>\n

Give your manager an opportunity to share her perspective. <\/p>\n

If the frustrations are arising because you are not performing how she would expect you to, ask for clear objectives and regular check-ins. <\/p>\n

If your concerns are still not addressed after speaking with her, contact your HR manager for advice and support. <\/p>\n

Nobody should have to put up with being spoken to disrespectfully.<\/p>\n