I work as a nanny for a family with a young girl, and I really enjoy it.
However, there has been some tension recently due to differing political views with her parents.
I’ve been trying to minimize communication with them, but the tension is still noticeable.
I’m unsure what to do - should I continue working, take a temporary leave, or start looking for another job?
I’d really appreciate your advice. Thank you.

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  • You were hired for a purpose. Don't engage in discussions outside your scope of work. Be professional and mindful of your employer's opinion. If... you love and value what you do, then apologize and move on. more

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  • Politics is dangerous. From the way you presented your issue, it means these people are deep rooted in politics likewise you. You will hardly get into... their good books and that could hinder your progress if you continue living with them. This is Ghana, and I can tell this is not only politics but also tribal! more

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  • If you mind your work, you will only get concern about it.
    Politics, religion, culture only holds the society together. We differ on these lines but... we coexist. more

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  • Never bring your feelings or emotions into work and never bring politics or religion into the discussion, your there to work, no one agrees with... everything other believe in, it's life! more

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  • Tia's response was so good. Yes sit down with them and tell them how much you like the job and say even families have these differences. We have... to find a way to not talk about it and still get along.  more

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  • At the end of the day you have to follow the parents wishes as long as it is not detrimental to the child’s wellbeing, if you feel the child is in... danger or is distressed then you should report it to the relevant authorities, if you feel it is just a difference of political views then the best way forward would be to look for a new position. more

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  • You are jeopardizing your work relationship by having these "types" of conversations. What's next? Religion? Preferred music genres? These are dead... end conversations that have no place in work settings. more

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  • have a sit down with them to clear the air. heart to heart that you like working with their kid and keeping the focus on her and not on politics or... religion. even families have these issues but put it aside to sit at the holiday table together. its not easy but doable. more

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  • You're there to do a job, not to politicize or debate an opinion. You don't like what the parents believe on and it's not harming their child in any... way, leave it alone; it's none of your business. This is still a free country for you to come and leave as you please.  more

  • Trump is the man and Im sure he got your vote.
    If not agree with them about whatever they tell you and happilly change the subject to job related

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  • Start to agree with them

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  • Hi, sharing political ideas with your bosses has, negative and positive impacts, discuss work related issues other than politics.

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  • If you feel uncomfortable and nervous, better you leave.
    If you know how stay calm and heart resilience and radiating love in and out ,then stay.
    And... you will see magic happen 🙏 more

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  • I think being around as an external person will be of an immense help. Don't leave them to themselves, if you can, explain the situation to the young... girl so she doesn't take sides while maintaining your decorum. Don't engage much, just be on the low and above all pray for them.
    I will join you in prayers for the tension to be calm.
    Be cool.
    Its gonna be okay
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  • Good day,Miss Kate. In my opinion, If the differing political views with her parents is disrupting your work as a nanny in the family , I suggest that... you take a temporary leave. If not, then you could continue working focusing more on the work as the nanny in the home. more

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  • In the first place l would not talk politics with my employers. I would keep a professional relationship, stick to my job and give them their family... space. I am not hearing how long has the tension gone, you may need to give them time , perhaps ignore them professionally enjoy playing with the child and avoid trying getting into them to afford .ending tension. You may think of getting another job incase they may fire you.Lwaving a job on your own accord may not be the best better the devil you know than the unknown devil.  more

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  • I'd start looking for something else ASAP. Politucs and religion are very hard topics to get around. You don't want to be left out in the cold if... they pull the trigger first. more

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  • i would say if you’re young, leave and try something new! i’m in my 20’s and i’m constantly evolving in my career choices and sometimes it’s a sign to... leave and change a direction!  more

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  • Don't argue to much with your boss minimize communication with them on political issues.

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