Anyone else getting the Office Space attitude?

Lack of motivation: Peter states that there is no motivation to work harder because he "don't see another dime" if the company produces more units.

Meaningless work: The film criticizes a workplace where employees are unfulfilled and their work seems meaningless.

Corporate frustration: Peter's frustration is a direct result of a top-down structure with incompetent bosses and a system that punishes mistakes without offering rewards for success.

"I just don't care": This famous line is the core of his argument, explaining that his inaction isn't due to laziness but a complete disconnect from his job's purpose and his company's goals.

#Culture #EmployeeEngagement #Management #Morale #WorkLifeBalance

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We have too many layers of management at Verizon which is not necessary and absolutely insane. Take a look at the org charts, there are Senior Managers reporting to other Senior Managers, Associate Directors reporting to other Associate Directors, Senior Directors reporting to other Senior Directors, SVPs reporting to other SVPs, etc.

I know I can get a lot more done if I did not have to deal with so many layers of management above me. When I make a mistake, I have 8 different bosses email/slack me to tell me about it. That's my only real motivation is not to be hassled; that, and the fear of losing my job. But you know, Bob, that will only make someone work just hard enough not to get fired.

Milton was posting about his red stapler last night. I think the bobs commented in that thread as well.

Threats of layoffs quietly quitting and quietly fired been happening for years
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