Performance punishment in the workplace rewards high-performing employees with excessive responsibilities and scrutiny without extra compensation, leading to burnout and resentment. Faced with this somber reality, many employees choose to behave as NPCs at work to avoid harm.
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Managers Are Failing the Next Generation.
God, why does no one want to manage anymore? You see what I did there? It’s a tongue in cheek subversion of the popular wHy doEs No oNe wAnT tO woRk anYmOrE trope. But seriously, I keep running into flippant little job adverts saying: “must be self-directed,” “comfortable managing up,” and “if you need your… Continue reading Managers Are Failing the Next Generation.
Meeting Yourself in the Workplace
The author reflects on their experiences with younger colleagues from Gen Z, noting similarities in traits such as introversion, outspoken opinions, and creative talent. This encounter prompts self-reflection on the author's own past, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and learning across generations while recognizing the challenges faced by the younger workforce.