Vindictive boss?

After 5 years at my job, some stuff came up in my life that caused me to give my notice. I gave her a month's notice, and she shortened it to 2 weeks and so that it lands on my birthday (temper tantrum on her part). She's been extremely rude and has taken what I've done very personally. Her little comments about my work ability and my choices in my life are not welcome nor appreciated anymore. We used to be pretty close, but I have lost all respect for her and she has hurt me very badly. I will not get this close to people in the workplace again (duh).





However, my question is, do I bust my butt to get everything caught up? I started a "how to" book, but I don't even really want to do that anymore. Or do I just let it go? Do what I can, but not worry about the rest? I don't want to stoop to her level, so....





I don't want to talk to her about it either, b/c she'll make my life a living hell for the last week I'm here. I plan to mention it in the exit interview though.

Vindictive boss?
She's really immature. She should be sorry to see you go, but wish you well and be happy for you.





I have always tried to get everything done before leaving a job because that's just how I am. I can tell you are the same way. It would be so tempting to say "Screw it" and just do the minimum to get by. I honestly think, though that I would go ahead and do the best I could. Don't give her any ammunition. When you mention her behavior at your exit interview they will most likely talk to her. You don't want her to be able to say you were lazy and didn't do anything your last two weeks. I would want to be able to say I did my best and that SHE was unprofessional.





Good luck in your new job!
Reply:Just do what you can...think about it...you will not get a decent reference from this person anyway...so why create more stress for yourself...call in sick on the last day...she is planning a humiliation for you....
Reply:Get a hold of your human resources department, that is what they are there for.
Reply:Whatever you do finish any job that would cause you to look insufficient..The new employer will call and ask her about your work.I do believe that the only question they are able to ask is are you re-employable at their company.Did you ever bring up any of your grudges to her?I would have, to have a record.Get a copy of your employee record to take with you.That way they can see you evaluations and raises with all comments.Good idea to leave, no one can work with stress...
Reply:It's unfortunate, but it does happen. The best thing and least stress option for you is to let it go. Move on. I know it's hard to understand, but I don't believe it will help in the exit interview. You have two choices, make it a big deal, or let it roll off your back. Of course these choices are hugely difficult, don't get me wrong. But to decide what to do, look down the road at the decisions you could choose. It's pretty easy to see where they'll take you. Example. Option 1 - Do your best to keep movin on as normal - this will keep your blood pressure down, your boss may lay off more, being that your not reacting. Option 2 - Confront your boss - worst case, your boss continues doing what she's/he's doing, and you need to last the week. Or your boss backs off a bit.


Your options aren't easy, but they are clear. I wish you best of luck.
Reply:ask urself.

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