I have dilemma how to handle life changing event in your life that maybe more demanding on some days and not others. My dilemma is seems as though some of my more demanding days is during month end close where tasks that would be quick for me to do has taken longer to do
I am up for my review and i know my current supervisor is going to make a comment on these days on my performance.
How do i defend myself against a negative comment without bringing my home life in as the reason?

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If I was a manager then I would prefer someone let me know upfront that something is going on so that I have expectations. Not saying I would want or need to hear every detail, but just a general idea. Might want to bring it up as soon as possible, say my bad for not saying something sooner, and then maybe provide some ideas on how you can get things done quicker or ask them for some advice

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Thank you

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I flat out cried to my manager last week and told her what was going on. Not as an excuse but it was more of a geesh have a little compassion lady. She did but still was uncomfortable now i feel like im looked at with pity. Whatever 🙄

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Thank you i think that is what i am going to do

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