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[quote=Anonymous]I agree with what seems to be the consensus here, which is that the employee did not do anything egregious here.  I supervise a half-dozen people, but ultimately have very little power to change the terms of their employment unilaterally without involving my bosses.  They all know this, because I am very candid with them about it.  When they want something--a raise, a promotion, a perk, etc.--I encourage them to come to me.  If I think it is a good idea, I tell them so and we strategize about how to go to my bosses to get it.  If I think it is a bad idea, I tell them so (gently) but I always make sure to let them know that they are free to pursue it with my bosses, if they want to do so.  My bosses care about what I think about the employees I supervise, so will consult me about the request.  I would not be pissed about one of my reports going over my head to advocate for themselves.  I would question their judgment if they did not consult me first to see if I would back them up, as they would be much better off with my support and advice.  I would be pissed with my boss if he caved or if he cut me out of the loop.  The only part of what your employee did here that is questionable is going out of her way to make sure you did not know about the meeting.  As for that, I suggest you ask yourself why she did that and what it tells you about how she perceives you as a manager.[/quote]

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