"If the request is so distasteful and you feel you could never continue to work for a company that would support such practices, you may be better off leaving," she says. "If the request is egregious or bordering on illegal, you are far better off to leave the company. "If you decide to become a 'whistle-blower' while you're employed or after you leave, be sure to consult an employment attorney," she advises.ĥ. Telling the boss that he or she is a bad boss is counterproductive and won’t help you meet your goals. You need to tell the boss exactly what you need from them. Just say "no" and explain your reasons, hoping for the best. Tell the boss what you need to succeed in terms of direction, feedback, and support. Talk to your boss's manager about the problem and seek advice (if you get the request in writing, you can take that to their boss or HR).ģ. Speak to a manager in your HR department.Ĥ. "If your boss is insistent, then record that in writing to your boss and explain why you won't comply," suggests Taylor.Ģ. Hopefully at that point, any manager would see the poor choice they're making. Send your boss an email restating the request. "Your next move will depend on how egregious the request, your relationship with your boss, laws in your state and industry, your relationship with management, the role of HR, and the risks and rewards of staying or leaving the company, to name a few factors."ġ. You don't need to initially fight Godrick the Grafted to progress into the next area of Elden Ring, and can instead opt to face him at a later part of the game. "If your boss doesn't get the message by your countless inquiries and attempts to dissuade, you have several choices," Taylor explains. Godrick the Grafted is a Boss in Elden Ring.Godrick the Grafted is the ruler of Stormveil Castle, and the final boss of this area. But if it's in that gray area or seems unethical, here's what you should do: "Misdeeds, such as destruction of certain data, illegal hiring and termination practices, over-billing clients, and unauthorized use of proprietary company information, for example, can plague you for a lifetime if you decide to engage - professionally, morally, and in extreme cases, legally."Īgain, if you think (or know) the request is illegal, do not comply. "Most of all, know that your self-protection is paramount," Taylor explains. If and when your boss asks you to do something you know you shouldn't, you should first understand the facts, know your options, and consider the potential outcomes before giving your response. "Greater transparency through social media and financial fallouts have mitigated ethical breaches somewhat, but unfortunately, the problem is still widespread enough to affect everyone's career because managers don't always play by the same rules." You should also know that you're not alone, she says.