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Holiday Bullshit:
We have to work the day after Thanksgiving.
[Ed: Enough said.]
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Layoff Bullshit:
Due to the on-going economic slowdown in our industry, we are forced to
take additional steps to manage costs and restructure the business.
These actions are part of a global program to align the company’s cost
structure with reduced revenue levels.
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Policy Bullshit:
To: [All]
From: [CEO]
Due to the recent events and the uncertain purchasing climate of the American consumer, we have been forced to make some changes at [Company]. Starting immediately, empoyees are asked to shorten their lunch hour to 30 minutes and work through that period. We need extra effort, drive, and focus to acheive in this challenging time. We would also like to reinforce our request that all time off, even if it is only a few hours for a doctor's appointment, be cleared with your manager at least one week before that date. Adherence to these guidelines will be a factor in your periodic review.
An email weeks earlier:
To: [All]
From: [CEO]
...all salary increases or promotions at annual reviews are suspended until further notice.
[Ed: Screw it then, I'm off to lunch! What's the point!?]
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Email Bullshit:
Please refrain from using our email system to send MP3 or movie files within the company. We are trying to conserve our bandwidth for the website, and it's expensive as you know. We don't want any slowdowns or outages because our employees are using all the bandwidth for themselves!
Thanks!
[President]
[Ed: Hey assclown, the mail server that sends mail via the network isn't usually connected to the internet, but thanks anyhow.]
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Manager's Corner aka. Piled Higher and Deeper Communication: Set up 1-on-1 meetings monthly to make sure your employees feel comfortable talking to you. Write down their name on a pad (so you don't forget it during the meeting) and then take copious notes. Practice good listening techniques and nod frequently. Now is a good time to find out what your employee has been doing for the last month, and to hear what they have planned for the next month. State that you enjoyed listening and look forward to the next meeting. Take the rest of the day off and check back with them a month later with a nice, fresh notepad.
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