
I was fired because--
I was working at a Temp Agency, they had placed me at a Hospital. They had me shadow people for a while and they had taken on other hospitals in the area to do their billing. So they were outgrowing the office, so I was working there I never had a desk I had to hope someone called out sick or go on vacation to get a desk.
So they had all these computer software programs to learn like 4 different one to do different things. I went to the manager and told her I was getting a little overwhelmed trying to remember what program does what. So she agreed to put me on one system and learn that, then we could move on to another one. I agreed.
I pretty much kept to my self, I just listen to all the gossip and dram around me. So after a coulple of months I got more comfortable with other employees and tried to be more friendly and evening going to lunch with them
So I ended up finishing the project they had me working on and worked started to slow down. So then they Manager calls me in and tell me that since I was overwhelmed with the software that she didn't think I would qualify for a job there, but she had opening coming open in about three months that I could apply to and felt I would be a good fit.
So with that said one of the employees that I had been going to lunch with stopped me and asked Why didn't they hire me.
All I simply said was since I told the manager that I was overwhelmed with the software she ran with it. Well, that employee when back to the Manager and twisted my words up.
Next thing I know the agency called me to say that I was spreading rumors about the Manager!! So the company told me I could not come back and the agency was just as surprised as me. I never felt so betrayed and hurt over this.
I didn't understand why she did that to me - what did she have to gain - she had a job.

I have many stories just like that!!! I don't know what is going on in the world. God bless you. Keep your chin up.

People betray others for their own gain. Like a simple thing if a man says you look nice today or complements your outfit I hear some women to Human Resources and complain "Sextual Harrassment" . It is going to far for things like just a compliment? I don't get it. Some get bent out of shape for a harmless compliment but, yet they swear up a storm and say G Dam on TV and that's supposed to be ok ? Isn't that going backwards. I need some explanation . Please correct me if I'm wrong.

I been there in your shoes and can right a book on it too, but I learned too finally put an end to it all. I moved on into an opportunity called Jesus, he were letting me know it is not going to get better and it time to move on with another calling, with a better opportunity where I will plant you! I been around the way for so long in every area of experiencing different jobs, not being too content because everything happen for a reason to see what seems good are not good, we are passing through but when you are planted you will know I am where I need to be. God is my pilot! My assignments is not over until he says, it over because I look took the hills which cometh my help! The Enemy is among us everywhere you go and work, especially in those facilities, and work places! That is why we are here now because of the drama, lies, back stabbers, miss construe threaten by your gifts, because they are convicted by their own sin amongs them and follow leader (group) and jealousy and envy too! Thank you so much of sharing and everyone too, but joy comes in the morning wait on our God. The good suffer with the bad but the pilot is on the way ok! I were always single out because I am not like those kind, we are not those kind to be honest you are saved from that mess for a better opportunity and learn from every trials in our life and God bless us all in this new chance of opportunity to be planted where we need to be!

Mary,
I'm sorry to hear that this happened to you. One piece of advice I can give you is when you are a temp, it's always an "us" and "them" mentality. I've only come across a few employers that treated temp workers like the other employees, but from my experience, anything you say and do can and will be held against you. Be mindful of who you think your friends are at work, and also remember you are a temporary fixture until you actually land a direct/permanent job with this company. It's crazy but...you have to pretty much pretend to be someone you're not until it's safe to let your hair down-which would be when you get hired full-time. I'm not saying be over the top or fake-I'm saying tread lightly. As much as we try to see the good in everyone, you can bet your bottom dollar that they are watching you more closely than their regular full-time employees because they may or may not hire you. I have been exactly where you are, and even experienced a hint of discrimination. I couldn't even get any of the company "swag" (water bottles, pens with the company name/logo) just because I was a temp, and the rules that were supposed to apply to ALL of us only seemed to apply to me. Even some rules were seemingly created on the spot and I was singled out a lot, and often blamed for other people's mistakes. It sucked. On the flip side, even though you got terminated from your assignment, you technically have the upper hand. Being a temp gives you the freedom to work where you want, when you want and you can always find something new. Good luck.

Hey Mary don't worry about it just chalk it up to experience. Welcom to North Carolina. I have watched this a lot on jobs since moving here! Believe me you were not the first to have this happen by this individual. It will happen again and they will get away with it again. There is no loyalty in this state! I used to wonder why certain people rarely said anything at work! Until it happened to me a few times! I know now though! People are a vicious type especially if they believe they will not see you again? Just know the next time fo sho!

From my experience in the workplace if you can't say anything positive it's best not to say anything at all, your response could be "I welcome the opportunity to become a full-time employee and I'm hoping this temp assignment will lead to me being hired full-time." Not saying anything was wrong with your response but my example will leave less room to twist your words. The goal in the workplace is not to make friends but do your job, however being friendly or cordial is two different things, less said less of a chance to twist your words. But you know just take this as a learning experience and keep pushing, don't try and figure out why other people do things you just do what you need to do for you. Good luck

I am an HR Manager and wish office politics never played a role in being able to retain or terminate employees. Where have company ethics and moral values gone? Mary I hope someone will give you an opportunity where you can be an asset to the company. It is important to share with your manager if you feel challenged with your tasks. I would suggest for future reference doesn't state overwhelmed. Let the manager know you require more training or come up with a suggestion as to what you think could work better for you to be able to learn all the systems required for your role. As far as the small talk I have learned to speak to no one, because everyone unfortunately is always looking out for themselves. Good luck!

Sorry to hear that you didn't get a job with the company now. By the looks of things, work was slowing down. I admire you for your honesty in the workplace, first of all not properly being trained to used their systems correctly and efficiently could cause errors later. Admitting that you were overwhelmed and needing time to learn the systems were the right thing to do because it could cost the company in the future. From the information you provided, I don't see any indication where you spoke I'll of the manager. You only spoke the facts. Looks like they assumed that you were acquainted with the systems with out putting you with another person at least for two days of learning accurately. Checked and see what have been written in your records, because I would not let it go like that.Although, you probably don't want to work there now, but what written in your records for other employers to see ,could hurt you. You have rights, believe in self. You were thrown to the wolves and once things settle down your service was no longer needed although, the co-worker did more harm than anything. But I would clear the air even if I had to have representation.If you feel that you only spoke the facts and not negative about the manager then follow up with representation.

some people are just mentally ill like that when we are doing our very best at the job we have and we're doing our best to perform. Other people get jealous and try to get in our way and they get excited when they see other employees score. Be glad you're out. I hope you find a good place that will appreciate you a lot because you deserve to be appreciated you sound like a really hard worker and you love doing what you do you're not just doing it for the money like me I love my job I love taking care of special needs kids and the elderly but that's the one that everybody knows I'm good at and tries to get me away from it it's kind
GOOD MORNING MARY , I'm truly sorry to hear about your situation , I one thing these days its so important to have a personal relationship with the lord , bc people are heartless these days , having no regard for others their livelihood or feelings , im sure God already has something greater for you , just ask for his guidance and wait for his lead, he's more than the world against us who believe. ill be praying that things go well for you soon in a big way .some people believe that by hurting others they make themselves better . just thank God you're not that kind of person. GOD BLESS YOU HAVE A GREAT DAY.. GLORIA .