Dear boss,

Over the course of the time I've worked for you, there are so many things I have wanted to say on so many ocassions. And some of the things I've thought -- well, let's just say they weren't always the nicest. Other days, I have admired your leadership skills and knowledge of pretty much everything pertaining to the job. Overall, I have enjoyed being your employee.

This letter is to all bosses and, hopefully, will encompass many people's attitudes toward their own.

A boss can be either loved or hated. Many people have a bad attitude toward their boss because he or she is generally someone who just tells you what to do. As subordinates, we know to bite our tongues if we want to avoid punishment and keep our jobs. We also know it's important to stay on your good side, so we hope you appreciate all of the ass kissing.

Even though most employees don't feel comfortable telling you what they wish you could consider, there are a few things you need to know and a few questions I have for you as well. First of all, when your employees give you their availability, they weren't lying about it. I actually cannot work on Wednesdays at 5 p.m., so why I was scheduled at exactly that time is beyond my understanding. There are plenty of other times I'm available (like on the weekends, when it's especially busy) when I would gladly work. But, please, just not Wednesdays.

Another question I have for you, that regards scheduling, is why you must make me feel guilty when I need a day or a weekend off even when I've given you proper notice? I only work part time, and you know that this job is not my life or career. Even when I have continued to suck up and offered to work as many other shifts as you need, you still give me that unnerving look that makes me wonder if I'll still have my job when I come back.

Now that I've covered scheduling and time off, it's time to move on to talking about the actual shifts. I admire your ability to deal with 10 or so waiters and waitresses hounding you with questions and requests for discounts. I think I would end up screaming and walking out if I had a flock of people who all needed me right now following me at all times.

But realize that we're not all like you. We haven't all been doing this every day for years, so our multitasking skills are nowhere near as fine-tuned as yours. That being said, requesting that we get eight different things done immediately and all that the same time just isn't practical.

While the room may suddenly fall silent when you walk into the room, while we may complain about your ways of managing, know that you are respected. You've taught your employees to be disciplined, hard working, motivated and responsible.You've inspired many to one day be better than we are at the moment and do our jobs as best we can.

Sincerely and with thanks,
Your employee.