1st time in a position of authority over someone else

and she doesn't respect what i have to say. i think my approach was too nice and she walked all over me. i didnt want to come off b!tchy, but i guess i have to step it up a notch.

the problem is that her actions (more like in-actions) have caused people to think that i am irresponsible.

i think part of the problem is that i am much younger than her and she has been here for 20 yrs and me for less than 1 yr.

how do i come off stronger and have her respect me and what i say w/out being a b!tch about it?

TIA!

Re: 1st time in a position of authority over someone else

There are some great books about being a manager/supervisor. I read some of them a while ago but I can't remember the names of them right now. I'm sure you might find them on Amazon.com or one of the other sites.

Message edited 3/25/2009 2:13:37 AM.

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I had a similar situation at work when I used to supervise. I just documented everything for about 4-5 months so I could end up booting her a$$.

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thanks ladies!