Conflicts in the workplace often stem from differences in interests and values, which make people hesitate between human dignity and discipline. Recently, a dispute within the company has aroused widespread attention, and the employee Xiao Zhang was reported by his superiors for asking for leave without authorization because his parents were in urgent need of care because his parents were infected with the epidemic, which triggered a controversy among the company's top management.
Xiao Zhang, an employee whose family lives in another province, was dying of illness last year when his parents contracted illness one after another. He eagerly asked for leave from the company and did not show up for work for four consecutive days. Eventually, the parents were out of danger, but they were still seriously ill.
When Zhang returned to work, he was exhausted, but at this time the company was facing an urgent and large project, and Xiao's absence posed a threat to the progress of the work.
His manager reported Xiao Zhang's absenteeism to the company's top management and demanded that his employment contract be terminated. Chairman Dong Mingzhu was furious when he heard this, and immediately ordered the dismissal of the employee who lacked professional ethics.
The decision immediately caused an uproar both inside and outside the company. One side believes that humanity is paramount and should understand Zhang's actions, while the other side adheres to workplace norms and advocates severe punishment for violations.
Regarding Xiao Zhang's behavior, some people take it for granted to protect their parents. His decision was also driven by concern and responsibility for his family.
Under the epidemic, people are already under pressure, and contracting the disease is an unforeseen misfortune. The reason why Xiao Zhang left in a hurry was also a helpless choice when the epidemic was urgent.
Although the company needs strict discipline, talent is even more valuable. Although Xiao Zhang is at fault, the company should probably give him a chance to correct from the perspective of human nature.
For the punishment of employees, there should be a degree. Punishment that is too harsh may be resentful to employees, but tolerance and understanding can motivate employees to be more responsible.
However, there is another voice:
The workplace relationship is a contractual relationship, and the company's rules and regulations cannot be trampled on at will. Xiao Zhang knows that the work is urgent but is absent without authorization, which is irresponsible to the company.
Family affection is important, but work is also a responsibility. Xiao Zhang can ask for leave in advance, instead of being absent directly.
Companies must warn employees who make mistakes. Being too lenient will only make employees feel like they can do whatever they want.
Disciplining employees is not the same as being ruthless, but rather respecting the company's discipline. For employees who have left their hometowns, they also need to be guided and educated through rules.
In Xiao Zhang's home, his mother's wails echoed. She said that Xiao Zhang has worked hard in the company for many years, and his temporary absence should not be overly investigated.
Xiao Zhang's friends are upset with him, hoping that the company can be more tolerant and understand his difficult situation.
In terms of public opinion, some criticized Dong Mingzhu's decision for lacking human touch, while others believed that she was maintaining the company's discipline.
Within the company, too, there were differences of opinion. Some employees privately pleaded for Mr. Zhang, hoping to be lenient, while others believed that the company's decision was the right one.
Xiao Zhang finally rushed into the chairman's office excitedly and asked for leniency. Dong Mingzhu responded firmly that the dereliction of duty of employees cannot be tolerated.
In the end, the dispute had an unexpected ending. The chairman did not remove Xiao Zhang from his position, but fired the manager who reported Xiao Zhang. The reason is that the manager leaked Xiao Zhang's private information.
Controversy in the workplace never stops. Everyone may have a different opinion about such an event. But in any case, the workplace needs not only discipline, but also humanity and warmth. The relationship between enterprises and employees requires mutual understanding and tolerance, and joint efforts can achieve better results in their work.