Not so hypothetical question . . wwyd?

Bingo1116 · October 2012

So, your boss calls you and tells you to plan on taking the afternoons off for the remainder of your time working before you begin maternity leave. He will pay you for them and you do not need to use any sick/vacation/personal time. How would you feel about this?

143BabyCakes · October 2012

Stoked...and skeptical.

rrcraz7 · October 2012

Put it in writing & score, peace out afternoons.

I would ask why though especially if I didn't think it was a necessity for my own physical or mental well being.

princessshell8 · October 2012

That'd be sweet! But I'd definitely ask for the deets just in case there is some underlying reason for his/her sudden proposal to you. But man, how sweet!

CandaceLeigh · October 2012

rrcraz7:

Put it in writing & score, peace out afternoons.

I would ask why though especially if I didn't think it was a necessity for my own physical or mental well being.

This. That's really nice of him to grant you daily nap time at no charge.

LuckyMissus · October 2012

I'm in kind of the same situation. I have been slow and whenever I ask for work to do, they just say that I should be taking it easy and not to worry about it.

I'm not that concerned that they're putting the old bait and switch on me bc I have asked around and this is pretty standard practice in my office.

This and that · October 2012

For me, and based on my relationship with my boss, I would be totally stoked. Though this whole "letting go thing" is hard for me, so I'd chew on it for a little before I peed my pants in excitement and said ok. But, again, that's based on the relationship with my boss and I would know there were no strings attached and nothing to be skeptical of.
But in a situation for someone else I would say thank them, and ask them for details and reasoning, and then ask if I could have it in writing.

Sprite2012 · October 2012

Request it in writing. Ask him why. Leave early every afternoon until I'm done working :-)

Bingo1116 · October 2012

I'm super stoked about it but on the other hand I think it is odd considering that is NOT something our company would do. When I asked him why he pretty much said because I don't have much longer and I could probably use the extra time to relax and put my feet up before the baby comes. Plus, I've been having some elevated blood pressure and I go back Friday to find out if it more serious than gestational hypertension (which my boss also knows).

I can't imagine there is anything fishy going on because I'm a very high performer and I am the go-to person for my boss. I was told by our admin who handles all the time keeping stuff that this is a reward for my performance and that I should absolutely take advantage of it.

I just don't know if I can take time off that I don't feel like I need (even though I would love it!) in good conscience. As far as documentation goes, a time report is run each week for all of the salaried employees and the managers have to sign off on it, so it will be well documented.

I guess I should just relax and enjoy my time off . . .and extra time to bump!

angielayne926 · October 2012

I would ask "Why" and if he gives a good answer like, "I'm just super nice and know you need to rest." I would say "done!"

maybebride · October 2012

Bingo1116:

I'm super stoked about it but on the other hand I think it is odd considering that is NOT something our company would do. When I asked him why he pretty much said because I don't have much longer and I could probably use the extra time to relax and put my feet up before the baby comes. Plus, I've been having some elevated blood pressure and I go back Friday to find out if it more serious than gestational hypertension (which my boss also knows).

I can't imagine there is anything fishy going on because I'm a very high performer and I am the go-to person for my boss. I was told by our admin who handles all the time keeping stuff that this is a reward for my performance and that I should absolutely take advantage of it.

I just don't know if I can take time off that I don't feel like I need (even though I would love it!) in good conscience. As far as documentation goes, a time report is run each week for all of the salaried employees and the managers have to sign off on it, so it will be well documented.

I guess I should just relax and enjoy my time off . . .and extra time to bump!

Given this information, I would be comfortable taking reward. It sounds like you really are a good employee and your boss wants to do something nice for you.

I have issues taking off like that too and being given "special treatment" during pregnancy. But, I think if we can't do it now, when can we ever?

Enjoy the time off and get some rest - lord knows we can all use that right now!

lavet22 · October 2012

Bingo1116:

I'm super stoked about it but on the other hand I think it is odd considering that is NOT something our company would do. When I asked him why he pretty much said because I don't have much longer and I could probably use the extra time to relax and put my feet up before the baby comes. Plus, I've been having some elevated blood pressure and I go back Friday to find out if it more serious than gestational hypertension (which my boss also knows).

I can't imagine there is anything fishy going on because I'm a very high performer and I am the go-to person for my boss. I was told by our admin who handles all the time keeping stuff that this is a reward for my performance and that I should absolutely take advantage of it.

I just don't know if I can take time off that I don't feel like I need (even though I would love it!) in good conscience. As far as documentation goes, a time report is run each week for all of the salaried employees and the managers have to sign off on it, so it will be well documented.

I guess I should just relax and enjoy my time off . . .and extra time to bump!

Given this (you are a high-performer, the go to person for your boss, and the admin says it's a performance reward), I would be totally stoked and take advantage!!! Lucky you (for this and for having an awesome boss)!!!!

kissmii · October 2012

Sprite2012:
Request it in writing. Ask him why. Leave early every afternoon until I'm done working :-)

this!

shutupanddance07 · October 2012

Sounds to me like maybe your boss values you as an employee and wants to make sure you come back after LO arrives. If you're not feeling good about it, you can always stay a little later some days. Must be nice to be that valued. I have only ever had one job where my employer let me know how much he valued my performance and dedication. Everywhere else I've been pretty much taken for granted.

Desmarie13 · November 2012

Hell yes! Ty boss.... wait...wats the catch?

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