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[–] [email protected] 15 points 1 year ago (4 children)

Boss asks us to think up project work for us to do.

Why would I want to think up more work for myself?

[–] [email protected] 12 points 1 year ago

The HR here can't work out why I won't jump through hoops for a bonus. We're asked to come up with extra things to be doing for more money and when I said "my plate is full and my wage is fine" she got sooo mad.

[–] [email protected] 7 points 1 year ago (1 children)

It's because the boss has no idea what to do, so it's on you now. And if you can't think of something, then you're not doing your job (in boss's eyes).

[–] [email protected] 7 points 1 year ago (1 children)

So I've got this project planned where I do nothing for a bit, and then I feel a bit better. Also I make sure to take bathroom breaks on the clock.

[–] [email protected] 5 points 1 year ago (1 children)

That is a brilliant project. 😂

[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 year ago

one ten minute bathroom break a day
over a year, is one week's pay

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 year ago (1 children)

This is the best kind of assignment. Sell them something that sounds complicated but will be a breeze for you. Receive the accolades. Winning at the game of work.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

Exactly. I had to do the same for team goals for the new financial year. One goal is like 5 minutes of effort that sounds complex.