El Karacho1647545492 Posted August 13, 2014 Report Share Posted August 13, 2014 Damn they make you work Labor Day? I'm in the car business to, we close for Labor day, Memorial day, July 4th, etc. I've never requested those days (the days you requested) off before but I'd never consider it, tends to be a really busy time for me. You're probably just gonna have to reschedule. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky31186 Posted August 13, 2014 Report Share Posted August 13, 2014 Must make sure days off are approved before making vacation plans. At the airport we are not allowed to take off in the winter due to being on call. I wouldn't contact hr about it, you may end up making your job harder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zx2guy19 Posted August 13, 2014 Report Share Posted August 13, 2014 Well I know its semi my fault but I atleast requested the time off way in advance, not last minute or anything. But one way or another I am going. I've had 6 job offers in past month so if need be I will move on. Not that I want to. Implies it wasn't guaranteed. May be time to start calling up those other offers. Make sure you don't tell them why you're leaving or you'll find that those will likely be revoked pretty quickly too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Otis Nice Posted August 13, 2014 Report Share Posted August 13, 2014 Implies it wasn't guaranteed. May be time to start calling up those other offers. Make sure you don't tell them why you're leaving or you'll find that those will likely be revoked pretty quickly too. Previous employer: Cheby dealership Reason for Leaving: Didn't get my way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ItzaME Posted August 13, 2014 Report Share Posted August 13, 2014 (edited) Who gives a shit, if your giving them a 4-5 months heads up you should be able to assume whatever you want. It seems like they have control of your life or have you by your balls. Who would want to work at a place like that^? lol... Not fair at all. If your struggling for money and can't afford to get on the bad side of your boss then your shit out of luck if they don't approve it. I would just laugh and assume its getting approved since your a human being and you're free to do whatever you want with your life. 'Murica Edited August 13, 2014 by ItzaMe gram'nazi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Otis Nice Posted August 13, 2014 Report Share Posted August 13, 2014 Who gives a shit, if your giving them a 4-5 months heads up you should be able to assume whatever you want. It seems like they have control of your life or have you by your balls. Who would want to work at a place like that^? lol... Not fair at all. If your struggling for money and can't afford to get on the bad side of your boss then your shit out of luck if they don't approve it. I would just laugh and assume its getting approved since your a human being and your free to do whatever you want with your life. 'Murica Entitlement ver. 2.0. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackson1647545504 Posted August 13, 2014 Report Share Posted August 13, 2014 Who gives a shit, if your giving them a 4-5 months heads up you should be able to assume whatever you want. It seems like they have control of your life or have you by your balls. Who would want to work at a place like that^? lol... Not fair at all. If your struggling for money and can't afford to get on the bad side of your boss then your shit out of luck if they don't approve it. I would just laugh and assume its getting approved since your a human being and your free to do whatever you want with your life. 'Murica I like this post... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zx2guy19 Posted August 13, 2014 Report Share Posted August 13, 2014 Who gives a shit, if your giving them a 4-5 months heads up you should be able to assume whatever you want. It seems like they have control of your life or have you by your balls. Who would want to work at a place like that^? lol... Not fair at all. If your struggling for money and can't afford to get on the bad side of your boss then your shit out of luck if they don't approve it. I would just laugh and assume its getting approved since your a human being and your free to do whatever you want with your life. 'Murica Christ. Your= possession You're= You are 'Murica. Love your name. Totally disagree with your post. You want full autonomy over your work life? Open up your own business and run your shit how you want. Otherwise, you work for someone. You respect their rules, or you leave. Welcome to the good old phrase, "Employment at Will". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Otis Nice Posted August 13, 2014 Report Share Posted August 13, 2014 Totally disagree with your post. You want full autonomy over your work life? Open up your own business and run your shit how you want. Otherwise, you work for someone. You respect their rules, or you leave. Welcome to the good old phrase, "Employment at Will". Ding ding ding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6 Speed S4 Posted August 13, 2014 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2014 Damn they make you work Labor Day? I'm in the car business to, we close for Labor day, Memorial day, July 4th, etc. I've never requested those days (the days you requested) off before but I'd never consider it, tends to be a really busy time for me. You're probably just gonna have to reschedule. Naw labor day we are closed. I think the boss man mean't no vacations extending past the 3 day weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6 Speed S4 Posted August 13, 2014 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2014 Thanks guys I will figure it out one way or another. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PRD2BDF Posted August 13, 2014 Report Share Posted August 13, 2014 Just call in sick. That's what I do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ItzaME Posted August 13, 2014 Report Share Posted August 13, 2014 Christ. Your= possession You're= You are 'Murica. Love your name. Totally disagree with your post. You want full autonomy over your work life? Open up your own business and run your shit how you want. Otherwise, you work for someone. You respect their rules, or you leave. Welcome to the good old phrase, "Employment at Will". Damn I never mess that on up! Usually just their and there.. oh well #fixed Ya i agree you have to follow the rules but there's a certain line where it becomes stupid. So many opportunities out there its a shame to be working at a place like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GilbWs6 Posted August 15, 2014 Report Share Posted August 15, 2014 What do you do there? Tech, sales, service advisor, etc.? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gillbot Posted August 15, 2014 Report Share Posted August 15, 2014 You should not have booked a flight without approval. You should NOT go to HR unless all other options are off the table. Being a startup, things like this happen. Go back to your boss and tell him you are at the company's mercy and you need his help to resolve it. Act like you are desperate and you require his intervention and expertise. Do not threaten, and don't get an attitude. (Not saying you would have) Yep, this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain_Panic1647545539 Posted August 15, 2014 Report Share Posted August 15, 2014 I always promise them I will not take any other time off, and will work all holidays except for the one I am requesting off. I have never had a company deny me that, since they will have an employee that is wanting to work when no one else does. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SHIEF Posted August 15, 2014 Report Share Posted August 15, 2014 I found the problem.......you requested time off not knowing 100%, then got a plane ticket before knowing the answer. Yep, there is the problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BDHG940 Posted August 16, 2014 Report Share Posted August 16, 2014 Thanks guys I will figure it out one way or another. Talk to Ralph yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirks5oh Posted August 19, 2014 Report Share Posted August 19, 2014 I can remember one time working as a fourth year surgical resident at children's hospital over the holidays. Busy as fuck. Non-stop. When I was on call (every third night) I was up all night working 30 hours in a row. Fucking hated it. They had rules against taking time off during the holidays. It was spelled out pretty clearly in an email like the one your boss sent out. Anyways, this osu resident pulled the same shit you're trying to pull. He said he had the flight booked way in advance, couldn't cancel, etc etc etc. the chief of the department caved, and let him have the week off. It put the other guy and myself on call every other night for 10 days straight, right through the holidays. Extra work on already stressed-out people. I've never wanted to kill someone more than I wanted to beat this guy senseless. We made the rest of his rotation living hell, and to this day I'd probably shit on his face if I could do so without any legal ramifications. I don't know if your vacation will have the same impact on your coworkers during the holiday season but it's something to consider if you plan on going back to work after your vacation Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoostedAce Posted August 19, 2014 Report Share Posted August 19, 2014 I got my week vacation off a week in advanced, let it be known you are going. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Got-Boost? Posted August 19, 2014 Report Share Posted August 19, 2014 If they honestly can't approve your vacation/leave with a 5-month advance notice then you've probably got bigger issues working for them...that or your boss is a complete idiot and douche... I can remember one time working as a fourth year surgical resident at children's hospital over the holidays. Busy as fuck. Non-stop. When I was on call (every third night) I was up all night working 30 hours in a row. Fucking hated it. They had rules against taking time off during the holidays. It was spelled out pretty clearly in an email like the one your boss sent out. Anyways, this osu resident pulled the same shit you're trying to pull. He said he had the flight booked way in advance, couldn't cancel, etc etc etc. the chief of the department caved, and let him have the week off. It put the other guy and myself on call every other night for 10 days straight, right through the holidays. Extra work on already stressed-out people. I've never wanted to kill someone more than I wanted to beat this guy senseless. We made the rest of his rotation living hell, and to this day I'd probably shit on his face if I could do so without any legal ramifications. I don't know if your vacation will have the same impact on your coworkers during the holiday season but it's something to consider if you plan on going back to work after your vacation Kirk, in this situation I agree with you 100%! However, the guy works at a Chevy dealer where no lives are at stake! What could he possibly do for them that they can't let him have two or three days off with 5-months notice... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jewtoys Posted August 19, 2014 Report Share Posted August 19, 2014 If they honestly can't approve your vacation/leave with a 5-month advance notice then you've probably got bigger issues working for them...that or your boss is a complete idiot and douche... Exactly, it's a damn car dealer... Kirk, in this situation I agree with you 100%! However, the guy works at a Chevy dealer where no lives are at stake! What could he possibly do for them that they can't let him have two or three days off with 5-months notice... Yeah much different circumstances.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drewhop Posted August 19, 2014 Report Share Posted August 19, 2014 http://abcnews.go.com/US/story?id=93364 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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