Dear Dr. Mimi – Baby Sitter

Dear Dr. Mimi,
My boss has me mentoring the new hire, even though I am not qualified, nor required, to train them. How do I tell my boss that I am not qualified to teach him? I feel like I’m a babysitter, and I am falling behind on my own work. What do I do?
—Babysitter

Dear Babysitter,
This is an immediate problem, because it not only affects your work, but also that of the “new hire.” Your boss needs to know your concerns because it will eventually be a liability to have an improperly trained employee! You also deserve to be respected and not have to take on unnecessary duties that will negatively affect your position
—Dr. Mimi

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