This may not apply to this particular situation, and is a personal opinion. But, just because a topic of this nature comes up so often, I think it is important to know that ultimately, you are the one who will determine where you work and the perceived correctness of your boss. I've had many, many jobs. Of them, I've only had three bosses I have respected, and two of them are both at my current place of work. My current respectful, appreciative, and happy work atmosphere didn't happen by accident. It took stubborn middle managers (who not surprisingly, came from the working ranks rather than managerial origins) to vocally fight for an enriching and secure atmosphere for their workers and themselves. On my end, it took a heck of a lot of two-week notices to jobs I did not...er...'approve of' to end up applying for one that ended up being the right fit. You hear it all the time:
"Just be lucky you even have a job, some people would kill for that". (Just be lucky you have rotting, E-coli beef, some people are starving. Just be happy you even have a dad. Even if he does abuse you, some people don't have
any parents...)
"Don't cause waves, you'll only end up drowning."
"The boss/customer/corporation is always right."
"Just work hard and it will be recognized/be it's own reward." (...oof)
It was scary the first time I quit a job. Then, I realized that life went on (actually, got better), and I wasn't black listed from applying anywhere ever again, even though that can feel like a logical outcome if you come from a background of perceived hierarchies, being docile, and doing as told. I have had to write tons of cover letters and resumes already in my life...but I definitely don't regret the loss of paper.
