In the workplace, human relations are complex and ever-changing. An employee's situation in the workplace is sometimes as precarious as a candle in the wind. When leaders decide that you are no longer needed, they often don't say it directly, but rather deliver that message through a series of actions. These behaviors are like an undercurrent, although they are not magnificent, but they hide murderous intentions. Recognizing these signs early can be like recognizing the precursors of a storm and allowing them to be prepared for safe havens or new opportunities for growth.
1. A sign of "reduced tasks".
Day by day, the duty is gradually consumed, like the winter sun, gradually seeing the cold. Shangguan often gives him the affairs that belong to him for various reasons, so that people can live in a free room every day, and their duties are like floating clouds.
Rabbits and dead dogs are cooked and discarded like pieces.
Samuel Johnson: "People who are ready to leave, often stop performing their duties first. ”
In "Infernal Affairs", Chen Yongren felt his strange status in the police station, and he no longer had the usual task assignment, and he clearly felt the signs of being excluded.
In the face of reduced responsibilities, it is necessary to first reflect on whether it is caused by personal poor work performance, give timely feedback and request for an increase in workload, and show a positive attitude towards improvement. At the same time, you can use your leisure time to improve yourself, learn new skills, or take the initiative to take on new project tasks to enhance your sense of value in the team.
Second, the omen of "depreciating evaluation".
The praise is weakening day by day, and the blame is being blamed, and the words of the officials are like a drizzle in the cold wind, wetting people's clothes and chilling people's hearts.
The mouth honey belly sword, the Ming Xiu plank road secretly crosses Chen Cang.
Bill Gates: "We tend to focus too much on praise and ignore criticism, but it's the latter that makes us grow." ”
In the play "Workplace", the protagonist gradually finds that his performance is understated by the leader, and even unjustifiably belittled at the meeting, and the leader's evaluation of his ability begins to turn negative.
If you find that your leader's evaluation of yourself is starting to become negative, you should take the initiative to seek communication to understand the reasons behind it. At the same time, we will actively correct possible problems and prove our ability through actual results. If that doesn't work, start thinking about updating your resume and looking for new career opportunities.
3. A sign of "reduced communication".
There are few exchanges, information is cut off, there seems to be an abyss, and the two sides of the strait are cut off. The leader no longer cares about his own affairs, just like putting people in an ice cellar and feeling the cold air hitting people.
Watch the fire from the other side and put it out of the way.
John Maxwell: "Communication is not only the essence of leadership, but also the foundation of teamwork. ”
In "God of the Workplace", the protagonist goes through the transformation from a good employee to a marginalized employee, and he finds that the leader communicates less and less with him, and no longer asks for his opinion on decision-making.
In the face of reduced communication, you should take the initiative to seek leadership and understand your position. In your daily work, increase interaction with colleagues and strengthen cohesion. At the same time, it is also necessary to build a network of contacts to prepare for possible future transfers.
Fourth, the sign of "increased responsibility".
Neglect to reduce onerous responsibilities, so that manpower is incompetent. Shangguan's life is like a mountain pressing on the top, and the load is heavy enough to crush the horse.
Indiscriminately fill up the number and act for the tiger.
Warren Buffett: "When responsibility becomes unreasonable, it means that your position may be under threat. ”
In "Great Craftsman", the protagonist is assigned more work than he can by the leader because he is regarded as an undesirable employee, which is the leader creating an excuse to drive him away.
If the leader intends to let you take on too much responsibility, you should rationally evaluate your own ability and communicate with the leader about the allocation of responsibilities. If it is determined that it was done intentionally, prepare a strategy to deal with it, either to seek assistance or to preserve evidence in case you need it. At the same time, it is also important to assess the positions available in the market and be prepared to look for new job opportunities.
Fifth, the omen of "hidden downgrade".
In the obscurity, the position is changed, and the cocoon is still peeled off, and there is no trace of it. Although the position is there, it actually exists in name only, and people are insignificant.
Unworthy of the name, eclipsed.
Steve Jobs: "Your job shouldn't just be a job, it should be something you're passionate about." ”
In Breaking Bad, Walter White's implicit demotion and lab work become extinct, a change that heralds the end of his position in the company.
When encountering a downgrade, you should calmly analyze and confirm whether you have really suffered a downgrade. It is possible to fight for the reinstatement of the original position through communication with the leader. If you can't change the situation, you should consider developing a new career path and finding a new environment where you can make the most of your abilities.
Workplace change is rolling in the clouds, and signs of leadership trying to drive employees away cannot be ignored. In the face of obscure changes in the workplace such as "rabbit dead dog cooking" and "Ming Xiu plank road secretly crossing Chen Cang", we should "be prepared for danger in times of peace", detect and make appropriate "coping strategies" in time. Smart people in the workplace are walking on thin ice, not only to "judge the situation", but also to be prepared to "find another job", and find their own place in the workplace where the "clouds are gone".