Workplace Advice: Boss Hired a New Colleague Who Never Appeared — and Gives Evasive Answers When Asked
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Doree Shafrir
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A workplace advice column where a designer writes in about their boss's strange behavior. Two months ago, the boss announced she was hiring a new colleague, but the new hire never showed up. When the employee asked about meeting the new colleague, the boss gave a weird, evasive answer. The advice columnists offer perspective on what might be going on and how to handle the situation.
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· 3 pulledI'm a designer for a small company that creates marketing materials for small businesses.
Two months ago, she announced she was hiring a new colleague to help with our growing workload.
I Asked My Boss When I'd Meet My New Colleague. Her Answer Weirded Me Out.
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