Message #50162

[Katie G]

(((((((((CG)))))))))))))

Was in a similar situation in "another life".  All I can say is you have far more patience and professionalism than I would in a similar situation.  

The bad news is, she's out to get you.  Plain and simple.  The good news is that you've got your exceptional smarts and instincts on your side.  You know what she's trying to do (could the writing on the wall be any clearer?) and, sadly, you know what the reaction would be from HR and her higher-ups.

So, it's high time to think about what CG wants and needs and to hell with everyone else.  Do what you can to do to the best of your ability as far as the job is concerned, document the heck out of everything and get those feelers out there!  There's something somewhere where you'll be valued and appreciated!  Sadly, it's not your current position anymore.

I find this so sad, and infuriating, because from your postings over the years it sounds like you've enjoyed and found fulfillment in your job and it only takes one you-know-what to ruin it.  Oh, sure, we all talk about how other people can't have an effect on us -- how we can't let their insecurities and negativity drag us down and all that -- but the fact is when that insecure, negative person is the one making (unjust) judgements on YOU, it has a BIG effect.  

Stay strong.  We're here for you.

katie