I've been working for a IRO (Independent Review Organization) for just over 1yr (6/19/07 was my anniversary date). It is a small company (25 employees); however, I had heard that management is slow with giving raises. So, a month prior to my anniversary date, I completed my section of my review, then had my review with my manager. 2 weeks prior to my anniversary date, I touched base with my manager & gave her my goals for the next year.
My anniversary date comes (6/19) and I stop in the big wigs office (nice guy, very personable) - just to 'remind' him that it was my anniversary and was curious if my boss gave him all the review info, and if there was any word on my raise. He chuckles, and says "I don't know what companies you've worked for, but things don't happen that quickly". I replied something to the effect, "well, I'll be checking in frequently to check the status of my raise... and expecting retro-pay". He laughed at the 'retro-pay' comment.:angryfire
So, my question is what would be in my best interest... I have had a few nursing jobs over the past 3 years (not a big fan of bedside nursing), and I like the office setting. That being said, I'm ready to apply to another company with better pay, decent benefits, and 1/2 the distance away. Also, I'm working on finishing my BS in Bus Admin, so I was hoping to stay at my current company (I don't mind the work, kinda like it) until I graduate. That way I can show I have staying power. But, I am beyond frustrated that this company is messing with my money (livelihood) - my hubby is working a PT 2nd job b/c we need to pay things down.
My feeling is that I've already had my review, all my manager needed to do was call the owner of the company and discuss my raise... why the delay?!?!?!
I feel anything more than 2 weeks after my anniversary date is unacceptable... any thoughts, suggestions???
Thanks in advance for your input.. sorry it's long;)
How is this small business doing financially? There is a higher business failure risk for small independent companies. Money might be a problem, and employees are not informed.
In most businesses the boss does not have your start date/anniversary in the forefront of their thoughts. One reminder is okay. If a month goes by then another reminder.
RNperdiem, RN
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How is this small business doing financially? There is a higher business failure risk for small independent companies. Money might be a problem, and employees are not informed.
In most businesses the boss does not have your start date/anniversary in the forefront of their thoughts. One reminder is okay. If a month goes by then another reminder.