Now that (hopefully) the emotions have started to settle after the layoffs at HCSC, maybe we can pivot the energy to something carthartic?
Let’s crowdsource ideas for harmless, policy-accurate compliance. The kind of thing you can do at any company that’s made it clear ethical or moral leadership is... no longer a priority.
We’re talking about doing exactly what’s required, nothing more, nothing less. No sabotage. No risking jobs. Just subtle disengagement that lets you sleep a little better at night, while giving the company exactly what they’ve earned, the bare minimum.
Basically - no team spirit :)
Examples to get us started (some were shared in an earlier post):
Employee surveys? 0’s across the board (except for the 1 question concerning direct manager - mine will always get a 5 - they're amazing). No other comments. No free consulting.
Stop “going the extra mile.” If it’s not in the job description or the SLA, it’s not happening.
“I followed the policy.” (Exactly. To. The. Letter.)
No more “I’ll just handle it real quick” after hours. We’re clocking in and out by the minute (unless it's an expected part of your jd).
Meeting runs past time? “Sorry, I have a hard stop.” Click.
The Rules:
No one here wants to lose their job. These ideas should be safe and policy-compliant.
This is FUN. A release valve.
No “Black on Monday” or anything traceable. Keep it anonymous and professional on the surface.
If you’re here to cape for the company with “But we should think about what’s best for the company,” this thread is not for you. Just scoff and scroll on by.
So... Harmless but satisfying disengagement?