So I started this temp job a month ago (strictly a contractor). The AD is extremely needed and wants me to come into the office. When I'm there, He feels the need to be looking over my shoulder 90% of the time and pixel pushes every time I click my mouse. He calls and texts when I'm off the clock and, for some reason, refuses to write out feedback. At this point, I'm ready to jump ship. Any advice on how to handle this situation?

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That’s not a micro-manger. That’s a nano-manager. Try to line something else up before you bail.

In the meantime… tell him you’d like him to email you feedback “to ensure that the changes he wishes you to make are better implemented”… and do not under any circumstances respond to his texts after hours. He’ll get the hint.

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Get one of those screen blockers while you're in office, say it's to block blue light bc you're getting headaches

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How much longer is left on your contract? Is the ad the person you are directly reporting to, or is there a CD and this person’s just getting involved in your business? Could you say “I’ve had a personal matter come up and will no longer be able to come into the office for the remainder of the contract, but would be happy to finish up everything working from home.” And if he calls / texts off the clock just don’t answer?

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