You Know What Really Grinds My Gears? Now with 3x more gears...

[Roughneck]

Originally Posted by CroFlames

The octogenarians complaining about slang in this thread is funny.

They're streets behind.

[PepsiFree]

Originally Posted by Zevo

Absolutely if it’s just working your defined hours, no problem with that, but it’s being commandeered by people that just want to do the bare minimum. The ‘that’s not my job’ crowd. Those people gmg.

Why does it grind your gears, specifically? Are you talking about co-workers? Employees? Employers?

I think in general, meeting the requirements of your job IS your job, but everything above it isn’t, and going above it should be commendable, while avoiding doing so should just be seen as doing your job.

[CroFlames]

I thought quiet quitting at work was bascially just screwing around until you got fired.

Like people spending 7 hours per day on CP.

[GordonBlue]

Originally Posted by Zevo

Absolutely if it’s just working your defined hours, no problem with that, but it’s being commandeered by people that just want to do the bare minimum. The ‘that’s not my job’ crowd. Those people gmg.

I respect the "that's not my job" crowd. They have the balls to say no, I won't be taken advantage of.

I spent so many hours of my time going above and beyond for no credit or extra pay because I thought by doing so, I'd eventually catch a break, get a promotion or raise. Just thought that's how you look valuable, and look good to your bosses.

Besides, we've all been places where people get laid off and then all that extra work gets dumped on who is left, and they're supposed to be grateful they still have jobs.

#### that. All it gets you is being taken for a patsy. Quit quitting is where it's at. Work hard for what you get paid for, and no more being screwed over to make someone else look good.

[DownInFlames]

I’m working
But I’m not working for you
Slack Mother####er

[PaperBagger'14]

Do nothing, your boss not care about you

NSFW!

[calgarygeologist]

Originally Posted by GordonBlue

I respect the "that's not my job" crowd. They have the balls to say no, I won't be taken advantage of.

I spent so many hours of my time going above and beyond for no credit or extra pay because I thought by doing so, I'd eventually catch a break, get a promotion or raise. Just thought that's how you look valuable, and look good to your bosses.

Besides, we've all been places where people get laid off and then all that extra work gets dumped on who is left, and they're supposed to be grateful they still have jobs.

#### that. All it gets you is being taken for a patsy. Quit quitting is where it's at. Work hard for what you get paid for, and no more being screwed over to make someone else look good.

This is an interesting topic and statement. When I first started working after graduating I definitely had the same mentality as you in terms of getting things done, going above and beyond expectations and hoping that would set me up for future success. I'm at a point now where my priorities are a lot different and I will not sacrifice my personal life for corporate benefit and I have no problems or fears when it comes to missing deadlines or not delivering due to lack of resources. I think it is very important to make leadership aware of workplace shortcomings instead of covering them up through extra time and effort.

But there is definitely something to be said about being a team player and helping people out instead of hiding behind the "not my job" mantra. If someone has the capacity and the skills to help co-workers get things done it is prudent to step up as opposed to watching from the sidelines.

[Bring_Back_Shantz]

Originally Posted by TrentCrimmIndependent

slowing down to unreasonable speeds on a flat road makes you more of a hazard , not less. sure you are less likely to get lodged in a snow bank but now you are more likely to get slammed into by people going reasonable speeds . especially if you are wandering

If you can't not run into someone in front of you, you are not, in fact, traveling at a reasonable speed.

If someone break checks you, that's one thing. If you can't get around someone moving slowly at a consistent speed, or even stationary, that's on you.

[topfiverecords]

Originally Posted by DownInFlames

Urge to kill rising…

So many dumb Fuchs who can’t stay in a lane even when they’re visible are completely lost today.

Yesterday on 16th Ave N there were 6 clearly defined ruts aligned perfectly to the usual 3 lanes and still some dope in a Ram truck straddled ruts 4/5 (facepalm) while everyone around was in the proper lanes.

[iggy_oi]

Originally Posted by Zevo

Absolutely if it’s just working your defined hours, no problem with that, but it’s being commandeered by people that just want to do the bare minimum. The ‘that’s not my job’ crowd. Those people gmg.

Could also be a chicken or the egg scenario depending on how well those employees are compensated.

For the most part people really don’t have a defined “job” at their place of employment, they may have a title but that doesn’t prevent their employer from asking them to do tasks outside of what they believe is in their job description. So if the employer is allowing people to say no to certain directions I have a hard time blaming the employees for that.

[81MC]

Originally Posted by GordonBlue

I respect the "that's not my job" crowd. They have the balls to say no, I won't be taken advantage of.

I spent so many hours of my time going above and beyond for no credit or extra pay because I thought by doing so, I'd eventually catch a break, get a promotion or raise. Just thought that's how you look valuable, and look good to your bosses.

Besides, we've all been places where people get laid off and then all that extra work gets dumped on who is left, and they're supposed to be grateful they still have jobs.

#### that. All it gets you is being taken for a patsy. Quit quitting is where it's at. Work hard for what you get paid for, and no more being screwed over to make someone else look good.

Man, I’m justttt about hit this point. Never in my life have I even considered taking a ‘not my job’ approach, but it’s about to get there.

####ing years of doing everything I can, from taking on #### that literally has nothing to do with me to watching tutorial YouTube videos in my free time, working until 2 AM or on the weekend, waking up in the middle of the night thinking about my work yada yada. For what?

To be told my ‘core’ duties are too important that’s why the promotion never materialized? Like, man….####. You.

So dangerously close to ceasing all non-‘core’ output and deferring to someone else. I’m not going to waste my mental capacity thinking about work contracts in the hour a day I actually get to see my child for. Quiet quit my ass, quietly ruining your employees dedication is more like it.

[troutman]

Originally Posted by Zevo

“Quiet quitting”. #### off…your just lazy and selfish. Don’t try and to make it sound respectful or like it’s a good thing to do the absolute bare minimum to keep your job.

Drunk Uncle was back on SNL, complaining about the new slang.

https://youtube.com/shorts/F_eo5a9DeR8?feature=share

[GGG]

Originally Posted by calgarygeologist

This is an interesting topic and statement. When I first started working after graduating I definitely had the same mentality as you in terms of getting things done, going above and beyond expectations and hoping that would set me up for future success. I'm at a point now where my priorities are a lot different and I will not sacrifice my personal life for corporate benefit and I have no problems or fears when it comes to missing deadlines or not delivering due to lack of resources. I think it is very important to make leadership aware of workplace shortcomings instead of covering them up through extra time and effort.

But there is definitely something to be said about being a team player and helping people out instead of hiding behind the "not my job" mantra. If someone has the capacity and the skills to help co-workers get things done it is prudent to step up as opposed to watching from the sidelines.

I think this is key. You need to communicate what you can accomplish and the resources required to do what is asked. If you just miss deadlines you committed to meeting job description hours of work or not or not you kinda suck. The key is to ensure you communicate well of what you are going to accomplish. Saying you can’t meet a deadline is a skill.

I’m not good at this.

[Ozy_Flame]

If you're going to an office, there's an easy way to get that break. Dress like you want it. Get that fresh haircut. Look like a million bucks. You don't even have to work hard.

People pay attention to sharp dressers. And they get promoted for it.

It's crude. It's antithetical to a good work ethic and having mad skills. But offices are superficial, just like the gym and the bar.

Eventually you'll get yours looking sharp.

[TrentCrimmIndependent]

Originally Posted by Ozy_Flame

If you're going to an office, there's an easy way to get that break. Dress like you want it. Get that fresh haircut. Look like a million bucks. You don't even have to work hard.

People pay attention to sharp dressers. And they get promoted for it.

It's crude. It's antithetical to a good work ethic and having mad skills. But offices are superficial, just like the gym and the bar.

Eventually you'll get yours looking sharp.

the most successful people I know don't dress like they kiss any ones arse , and probably under dress more than over dress . confidence (especially in negotiating) and competence aren't given enough credit here . at the same time I know under qualified people who have dressed in brands they couldn't afford and played the part until they got that position

so there are examples on both sides of it . but i would say just be yourself and find confidence in it .. learn tricks and skills to increase your charisma and social competence .. and if that requires dressing like a million bucks to be at your best then do that

[Ozy_Flame]

Meh. To each their own. Been in the office game for close to 20 years. It's pretty obvious it works if you want to take a career step forward.

Work in a big company? Barely anyone sees your confidence. But they do notice well put together outfits, sharp shoes, and pearly whites.

[TrentCrimmIndependent]

Originally Posted by Ozy_Flame

Meh. To each their own. Been in the office game for close to 20 years. It's pretty obvious it works if you want to take a career step forward.

Work in a big company? Barely anyone sees your confidence. But they do notice well put together outfits, sharp shoes, and pearly whites.

fair enough . yeah the bigger the company the more likely it is that appearances will count for something, since there is less of a chance that any one will get to know you in a meaningful way, so surface impressions are all they have to go by . but i wouldn't say it applies to every office or industry on an equal level . some corporations are more superficial because of the nature of their work .. like if they are dealing upscale/high end products or services for example , the people with the image to match it will have a leg up naturally

[Weitz]

Dressing sharp might set you apart if you are a top performer. It’s not going to make you a top performer though.

[Zevo]

Originally Posted by PepsiFree

Why does it grind your gears, specifically? Are you talking about co-workers? Employees? Employers?

I think in general, meeting the requirements of your job IS your job, but everything above it isn’t, and going above it should be commendable, while avoiding doing so should just be seen as doing your job.

Employees. I work at the hospital where there are a many separate departments. Even within nursing there’s several groups(OR, recovery, endo, ward, pain clinic, etc.). Being lazy and not helping your co-workers by not communicating, tunnel vision and not looking around seeing if people need help, whatever.

If an instrument doesn’t get turned around and processed because people aren’t paying attention, surgeries get delayed or cancelled. Even a minor delay can cause the last case to get pushed back until the days slate is done and a new surgeon comes on. Then the whole case has to be repicked.

Nobody in our department misses their breaks and any time past 8 hours for us is overtime, as it should be. If you are in health care and looking after patients, whether directly or indirectly you should be prepared to go the extra mile once in a while. They all get paid for their time.

Most staff are really good but the ####ty ones can have an impact.

[topfiverecords]

Originally Posted by Weitz

Dressing sharp might set you apart if you are a top performer. It’s not going to make you a top performer though.

Peter12 will disagree.