Dear Abby: I told the boss about a coworker's secret new job

"A co-worker, "Erin," has been allowed to work from home since the COVID-19 pandemic, while the rest of us came back to the office. We function alongside each other much like a small family. We have no drama, no office politics, and an overall great atmosphere. Erin's absence has caused a strain on our team and has fueled resentment. Many feel it's unfair, although these feelings have not been shared with Erin."

"Dear Tangled Web: I'm sorry you didn't mention what the benefit structure is at your company. Erin took a job on the Q.T. while still on your boss's payroll. In the state where I live (California), that would be a reason to fire her. I do not regard enlightening your boss about what Erin did as deceitful. I think what you did was the right thing to do and loyal to the company."

A co-worker named Erin has been working from home since the COVID-19 pandemic while the rest of the team returned to the office. The team has a close, drama-free atmosphere, and Erin's physical absence caused strain and resentment among colleagues. Erin accepted a new job without informing the boss because she feared the boss's reaction. A colleague learned of Erin's new job, told the boss despite Erin's request for secrecy, and now feels guilty about betraying Erin. The advice states that taking another job while still on payroll could be grounds for termination in some states and that informing the boss was not deceitful but loyal to the company.

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