The Friday Rant Early

At what point did it become okay for managers making upwards of 6 figures to wimp out and let other people fight their battles? Grow up and confront the issue yourself. Whining about not liking how other people talk to you and getting your boss to fix it demonstrates a lack of leadership beyond understanding. When did a little HR Manager grow some and that many "real" managers lose theirs? Guess what folks, just because there is an open door, it doesn't mean that you won't be judged for how you use it and how often. Try giving your coworkers a chance to talk with you like a grown-up about the concern and resolve it like "gentlemen". If they can stand up and publicly admit the mistake, what point is there in also driving a knife into their back. We get nothing from subverting our team members. Best case they ignore you and worst case, they return the favor. Cut it out people and for a few minutes try to pull up your big girl panties and look someone in the eye to get things done.