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That’s not a boss or a manager. I manage a department of 35 people. Here’s my response:
“I’m so sorry to hear about your father. If something happens where you need to take off I totally understand. If you could text me if something happens it would be greatly appreciated and the team will cover your work. If there is anything I can do to help or if you just need to talk please don’t hesitate.”
That was my exact text to one of my employees that went through the same last month. Copied word for word.
Well done, so many people forget employees are people.
I would have a guess the manager in OPs scenario has no work life balance and therefore has no comprehension of the human element
The better I treat my staff the more they are willing to work harder or take on other things when I need. They also cover when I need time. Never had an HR complaint and my staff never leave unless they have to move out of state.
But mostly, I want to be able to look myself in the mirror and be ok with how I act to people.