One of my buddies had her vacation request denied.
It was approved a month ago,
she managed her workload,
she already arranged coverage,
yet the manager pulled it
for no clear reason.
(other than a power play)
So the tickets already purchased,
her family is going
but
my buddy is staying back.
She’s bitterly unhappy,
sending out resumes,
and arranging interviews
(because she’s good
and talented people are always in demand,
recession or not).
Her unhappiness is spreading to the entire team.
Don’t mess with vacations.
If something comes up,
work with your employee on this ’emergency.’
Let her figure out an alternative
(a responsible employee will).
It could be working remotely
or shifting some vacation
or working 24-7 before and after
or she could even come to
the decision to cancel herself.
But don’t be the one to make that decision.
If you do, you’ll lose your good employees
(anyone able to find another job).