From Slate Magazine · Laura Helmuth · · 1m 30s
Quitting After Double Standard at Work
Former data entry worker quits after employer's double standard on performance issues.
In brief
Former data entry worker quits after employer's double standard on performance issues. A data entry worker left their job after being placed on a performance improvement plan for using company software while colleagues were not given the same support. Originally reported by Slate Magazine.
Starting New Job
Two years ago, I began an entry-level data entry job after moving due to my husband's job transfer.
Struggling with New Software
The company used a backward software system that required me to ask too many questions and look up answers in poor user guides.
Performance Improvement Plan
I was placed on a performance improvement plan after struggling with the new software system.
Company Buys New Software
The company bought an outside vendor's software after realizing their program had limitations.
Insufficient Training
They provided only six hours of vendor training per employee, which was a refresher course for me.
Offered Trainer Role
Management offered me a trainer role with pay under 'other assigned duties' instead of a title increase.
Refused Trainer Role
I declined the trainer role, stating I would stay with my current job and not accept a temporary title change.
Threat of Termination
They warned that refusing the trainer role could result in termination of employment.
Quitting Before Firing
I handed them my resignation letter after questioning the double standard in how they treated me versus my colleagues.
What to remember
A data entry worker left their job after being placed on a performance improvement plan for using company software while colleagues were not given the same support.
