When a Job Becomes "Larger"
During tough economic times, it is quite common for businesses to downsize. While this definitely means losing jobs and manpower, it also means that for those still working, the workload inevitably increases. Unless the layoffs or downsizing are due to lowered sales or lost revenue, the work will need to be done by less people and this means that job positions expand to take on the work load.
An increased workload can mean longer hours. If you are paid overtime, then you will be compensated for this additional work. If you are NOT paid overtime or are expected to take on the additional work and complete it in the same amount of time (or there are even those work situations where the workload increases but the hours are scaled back), then it can seem especially challenging to meet expectations. Make sure that you get a clear picture of what is expected of you. Meet with your boss or supervisor and go over the change in the job, as well as all aspects of changed expectations. This will help you to prioritize and organize your work to meet expectations.
Are there existing pieces of your job that you can let go of? This can be one way to let go of inefficient or wasted effort to make room for the increased work. Again, a conversation with your supervisor may help you to determine the company's priorities. An increased work load or a job that enlarges can be a catalyst for creating a more efficient job position-especially if you can let go of pointless tasks or reorganize your work day to be more focused and productive.
Published by Kori Rodley Irons
Kori is a freelance writer, public relations and nonprofit management specialist living in the Pacific Northwest. She also raised three children as a single parent and is an activist involved in various comm... View profile
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