Tip to Discuss Co-Worker Issues With HR

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Analyze what happened carefully before going to HR. Examine the scope of the issues to see if you can resolve them with your co-worker without going to HR. Furthermore, see if they are even worth mentioning. If the issues are minor, reconsider discussing them with HR.

Take a realistic look at what you are complaining about, and ensure you are not overreacting. It is also important to realize that what you may view as unreasonable conduct, the HR department may see as acceptable organizational behavior. Familiarize yourself with the company's culture before speaking with HR.

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Write down your issues as they occur. Do not wait until you are ready to speak with HR to record what happened, and do not try to recall everything from memory. Notate and date each event as it occurs.

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Gather your evidence. HR needs documented proof of what occurred. Having witnesses also makes your argument more believable. If the co-worker denies any wrongdoing, it may come down to your word against his. Having evidence strengthens your position.

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Adopt a calm and collected demeanor. Do not barge into HR and air your frustrations while angry. Be calculating in your approach. Wait until you have calmed down and have properly assessed the situation. Organize your documentation in the manner you wish to present it. During the discussion, refrain from becoming over-emotional.

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Keep your expectations realistic. The HR department's role is to be an advocate for both the employee and the company. Before HR can make exceptions for you, they must ensure that the exceptions are fair to other employees and are acceptable by factory standards. Note that HR personnel are not always responsible for making decisions. If you oppose the decision they have relayed to you, their manager or the president of the company may have made it.

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Ask HR how long it will take to resolve the issues. If the timeframe has passed and your situation has not improved, check with HR on the status. Do not assume that they have not addressed the issue. HR should remain confidential when dealing with employee issues. Although they will let you know that the issues were handled, they will not provide you with the details.