Even if many managers don't want to admit it, no one is irreplaceable. And if your superiors want to get rid of you, they will probably not warn you in advance. They will simply not tell you until your notice lies in front of you. This is the topic that Alan Collins, the former HR Director of PepsiCo and author of popular books on people management, deals with on successinhr.com. Although he speaks about the risks of being fired from a management position in HR, the warning signs he points to are relevant for any management position.
1. Your new boss was hired to make changes in your department
When a new boss comes, start working according to him. Don't expect that he will adapt to you.
2. You have received a poor performance evaluation
In this case, you can do nothing else but honestly try to improve yourself. You should also objectively consider the possibility to dust off your resume and the contacts that can help you find a new job.
3. Your company's financial results are getting worse and worse
Honestly think about how your department is perceived in your company. If it is likely that your department will be the first victim of reducing costs, you can probably not do anything with it. Start to look for a job elsewhere.
4. Your company has undergone a merger or takeover
Be ready to show new superiors what value your work has for the company. Don't wait until being hauled over the coals, prepare your arguments.
5. You have lost some of your responsibilities
Be doubtful about the explanation that your boss wants to make your work easier this way. Strive for the best possible performance even under such limited powers, but also start to look for other working options.
6. You are out of the game
If you are no more invited to important meetings or asked for your views on the further development of your activities in the company, your doubts are legitimate. You should probably start answering the calls from recruitment agencies that you receive from time to time.
7. You can't push your strategy
Talk about it with the people who don't want to support you. Ask them what you should change and be prepared for unpleasant feedback.
You can read the second part of the article here.
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