Just as an FYI to any and all on here who are not the best at grammar and punctuation.... You know you can now get various AI websites to write a letter for you if you give it an outline to work from. For example I gave a random AI letter writing website (https://sitegpt.ai/tools/ai-letter-generator) the full text from the first post on that thread...LouBarlow wrote: ↑25 Feb 2024, 07:28
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Of your 12 posts on here in all these years, that was definitely your most constructive.
Hi all I started working with royal mail 20/04/2022 first day of training was with one work placed coach first week went completely fine. The following week they paired me with another work placed coach who was a complete bully calling me slow saying the members of the public in front of me I was deadwood nocking my confidence every chance he got obviously every postman is going to make mistakes when they first start and not be as fast as someone whos bein in the job for years every tiny little thing I did wrong he was ringing the managers straight away and telling them making me feel so anchois on edge he was boasting to me what he was to pass my probation if he don't think Im cut out I won't get the job that just put so much stress and ansiety with his bullying tactics he was constantly moaning about the time never got to go home early like on his normal walk what I think is ridiculous as his bein paid to train newbies anyway I had a grievance a very close friend had a stroke I missed a day off on the Friday i spoke to the manager on the day was completely understanding saying don't worry these things happen I will see you tomorrow I came on the Saturday and the work placed coach who was training me said were going on his walk becuase he wants to finish early and all I would be doin is observing him that day what I thought was ridiculous again becuase I'm meant to bein trained all he thought about was an early finish not helping me with my training that day finished and I got told to go report to the managers office when I come back on the Tuesday thats what I done and the work placed coach had completely thown me under the bus they called me into there office no union reps present they were adamant I was not suitable for the job saying I was slow I made mistakes posting though the wrong doors etc who doesent make mistakes when they first start and I tried to reason with them for more time and they were not having any of it saying we got to let you go and was escorted out the door by one of the managers as far as I'm aware as long as your not doin complete gross misconduct ie stealing mail or bein violent with customers I find out apsoulutely shocking how they can make judgements if I'm up to the job in less than 2 weeks and I read though alot of forums on here saying I never heard of anyone not get though probation I was basically bullied out the door my the work place coach and dom manager you union have bein involved but at this delivery office I was never introduced to union when I first started when I was called into the office I had apsoulutely no idea they was going to dismiss me I was not offered a rep or another member of staff to go in with me and all the managers are sticking to the same story what I resigned when I never in order for me to resign I would have to put it in writting they told me they had to let me go there lying though there teeth I was in a secure job for 10 years to move to rm took a risk and they just dismissed me just like that anyone have any advice would be helpful I feel it was complete corrupt tactics to get rid of me Even if I was on probation for bein slow and making a few mistakes got treated like a piece of dirt at this delivery office since I lost the job felt very down low in mood when I thought I would have loved this job like bein outdoors getting plenty of exercise and the work place coach just mad it a nightmare with his bullying tactics and there saying the rubbish I resigned if I resigned I wouldent be putting in so much effort with the union for help rm meant do not care how I feel or what I will do financially now after leaving a secure job to join them Its discusting.
...which is admittedly a bit hard to read. And the site generated a letter that could be sent to HR...
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, Zip Code]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
[Date]
HR Manager
Royal Mail
[Company Address]
[City, State, Zip Code]
Dear HR Manager,
I am writing to formally lodge a complaint regarding my recent experience while employed at Royal Mail. I began my employment on April 20, 2022, and while the initial training period was satisfactory, my experience deteriorated significantly when I was assigned to a different workplace coach.
During this second week of training, I encountered behavior that I believe constitutes bullying. The coach frequently criticized my performance in front of others, labeling me as "slow" and referring to me as "deadwood." Such comments not only undermined my confidence but also created an environment of anxiety that hindered my ability to learn effectively. It is important to recognize that all new employees will make mistakes as they acclimate to their roles; however, this coach made it a point to escalate every minor error directly to management, which further exacerbated the situation.
Additionally, there was a significant lack of support during my training. On one occasion, despite having communicated a personal emergency regarding a close friend’s health condition, I was instructed to observe rather than actively participate in training sessions. This approach seemed counterproductive and prioritized the coach's desire for an early finish over my development as a new employee.
Upon returning from a brief absence due to this emergency, I was unexpectedly called into a meeting with management without any union representation present. During this meeting, I was informed that I would be dismissed due to perceived inadequacies in my performance—specifically being labeled as "slow" and making mistakes such as misdelivering mail. The decision felt rushed and unjustified given the short duration of my employment and the lack of adequate support or training provided.
Moreover, it is disheartening that I was not introduced to union representatives upon starting my position or offered any form of support during the dismissal process. The assertion that I resigned is also misleading; had I intended to resign, I would have submitted a formal letter indicating such intentions.
This entire experience has left me feeling devalued and distressed after leaving what I believed would be a fulfilling job opportunity. I respectfully request that this complaint be taken seriously and investigated thoroughly. It is crucial for Royal Mail to foster an environment where new employees are supported rather than bullied.
Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your prompt response.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
So if you can write a post on here about the problems you are having, you could take your post and get it polished up into a formal letter of complaint in seconds.
Just thought I'd mention it in case anyone finds faces a similar position.