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re: Wayfair CEO: Employees need to work longer hours
Posted on 12/22/23 at 11:53 am to JMTIGER85
Posted on 12/22/23 at 11:53 am to JMTIGER85
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So what you’re saying is your work is more important than your family? I feel sorry for your kids.
I bust my tail and take pride in my work, and when i have work that takes longer than working hours, I either get up early or work late, before/after my commitment to or time with my kids.
You’re not a martyr, you are just letting your employer take advantage of you.
Some people on this site take some sick thrill in thinking they're somehow above others because they work more hours than others.
I don't see that as a good thing. For me, the less I can work and still make my salary, the better.
I have no loyalty to my job because upper-administration where I work (and at most businesses) would cut me in an instance to improve their bottom line.
Posted on 12/22/23 at 12:02 pm to pelicansfan123
Where are all our anti union posters? This is how unions get a foothold in companies. Always trying to squeeze a little more out of the employees, but not sharing the benefits.
Posted on 12/22/23 at 12:06 pm to Cool Hand Luke
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Where are all our anti union posters? This is how unions get a foothold in companies. Always trying to squeeze a little more out of the employees, but not sharing the benefits.
It's always surprising to me how many posters on this site seem to just love doing extra work! I guess they don't have friends/family/hobbies/errands that could be spending time with/doing instead with their time.
Posted on 12/22/23 at 12:08 pm to CaddoTiger64
Ok, real talk.
I have said this many times about work.
I will gladly work longer and even on holidays if you want to up my pay.
I would be a professional butt wiper for a certain amount of pay and do it with a smile on my face.
I have said this many times about work.
I will gladly work longer and even on holidays if you want to up my pay.
I would be a professional butt wiper for a certain amount of pay and do it with a smile on my face.
Posted on 12/22/23 at 3:03 pm to BigApple
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My wife and I both work at a ton when we are at home and/or watching our kids activities
So both you and your wife place your job above your kids mental and emotional well-being. You better believe they know this.
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I would expect any honorable employee to do the same.
Any honorable company would would never expect that. Problem is, there is no such thing as an honorable company because people like you are willing to slave yourself out to earn an extra buck at the expense of your kids.
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These responses are shocking
As will your response be when your kids are:
a. Doing drugs
b. Having sex
c. Defying you
d. Having anxiety issues
e. Having depression issues
f. Having eating disorders
g. Doing whatever they have to to get an ounce of genuine attention from their parents.
Posted on 12/22/23 at 3:39 pm to jcaz
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100% chance the CEO votes Democrat and champions leftist causes. Lol
Perhaps, but his message isn’t really tracking that way lol.
Posted on 12/22/23 at 4:08 pm to Jimbeaux
Lemme ask you something…
Does your mother sew? Boom! Get her to sew that.
Does your mother sew? Boom! Get her to sew that.
Posted on 12/22/23 at 4:14 pm to Masterag
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As will your response be when your kids are: a. Doing drugs b. Having sex c. Defying you d. Having anxiety issues e. Having depression issues f. Having eating disorders g. Doing whatever they have to to get an ounce of genuine attention from their parents.
This doesn’t just happen to kids with working parents.
I find your entire stance on this pretty shortsighted.
Posted on 12/22/23 at 5:21 pm to dgnx6
As with most things, people need to find what works for them. Some people are cut out to grind out 60+ hours a week and be responsive all the time. Some are not, and others could but don’t want that, which is very reasonable.
It also isn’t unreasonable for companies to promote and pay more to the people that do. It’s unreasonable to expect to show up at 9am, leave at 5, and be CEO one day.
It also isn’t unreasonable for companies to promote and pay more to the people that do. It’s unreasonable to expect to show up at 9am, leave at 5, and be CEO one day.
This post was edited on 12/22/23 at 5:22 pm
Posted on 12/22/23 at 5:31 pm to CaddoTiger64
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Shah also encouraged Wayfair employees to think of the company money they spend as their own and negotiate prices.
Agree with this.
Posted on 12/22/23 at 6:26 pm to TejasHorn
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Perhaps, but his message isn’t really tracking that way lol.
Yep because at the end of the day the elitists want to make their money and subjugate the peasants.
Posted on 12/22/23 at 6:45 pm to CaddoTiger64
Ok. I just skimmed through this thread and a few things here.
First and foremost, the so called "workaholic" is someone who, for whatever reason, doesn't want to go home. That's all a workaholic is.
Secondly. An employee owes his employer nothing more than meeting the terms his job description. No more, no less and in today's work environment that motherfricker is worth his weight in gold.
And finally. When I'm at work, I focus, work hard and get shite done. But I want nothing to do with promotions, management or any leadership position. My salary is the perfect combination of hours worked, responsibilities and market demand for my skills.
It's all about compromise and the peace of mind and quality of life I'm purchasing with the money I could be making with advancement, is more than worth it.
Work never comes home with me and I'm more than happy to give up 25 thousand dollars a year for that.
First and foremost, the so called "workaholic" is someone who, for whatever reason, doesn't want to go home. That's all a workaholic is.
Secondly. An employee owes his employer nothing more than meeting the terms his job description. No more, no less and in today's work environment that motherfricker is worth his weight in gold.
And finally. When I'm at work, I focus, work hard and get shite done. But I want nothing to do with promotions, management or any leadership position. My salary is the perfect combination of hours worked, responsibilities and market demand for my skills.
It's all about compromise and the peace of mind and quality of life I'm purchasing with the money I could be making with advancement, is more than worth it.
Work never comes home with me and I'm more than happy to give up 25 thousand dollars a year for that.
Posted on 12/22/23 at 7:02 pm to Pandy Fackler
I think some people fail to realize that you NEED some folks who aren’t interested in advancement, or at least not climbing the ladder right away. Otherwise you have terrible turnover and few people who have a deep understanding of their job/department.
You need the old lady who has been there for 23 years and just wants to put in 40 hours and go home.
You need the old lady who has been there for 23 years and just wants to put in 40 hours and go home.
Posted on 12/22/23 at 7:26 pm to CaddoTiger64
quote:This current culture has long moved past this notion by and large. In a way, it's a shame. This would be the antithesis of the current lazy and entitled workforce.
“Working long hours, being responsive, blending work and life, is not anything to shy away from
quote:He's right, you know.
There is not a lot of history of laziness being rewarded with success
Posted on 12/22/23 at 7:47 pm to CaddoTiger64
Great message! Hard work is where it’s at. Two weeks ago I had to drive to Hooks Airport , at the last minute, to get to a customer golf tournament in The Bahamas. This week, it was letting go of some engineers. The work never stops!
Posted on 12/22/23 at 7:51 pm to CaddoTiger64
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“Would you spend money on that, would you spend that much money for that thing, does that price seem reasonable, and lastly — have you negotiated the price?
So, everyone should act like the old bitch at the drive thru who doesn't want to give me extra sauce packets?
What's her deal, anyway? Is that bitch taking them home to make soup or something when her EBT card runs out of steak money?
Posted on 12/22/23 at 8:10 pm to Jake88
quote:how responsive/connected was the average office worker outside of 9-5/office hours in the 80s, 90s, or even most of the 2000s?
This current culture has long moved past this notion by and large. In a way, it's a shame. This would be the antithesis of the current lazy and entitled workforce.
Posted on 12/22/23 at 8:18 pm to GreatLakesTiger24
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how responsive/connected was the average office worker outside of 9-5/office hours in the 80s, 90s, or even most of the 2000s?
Yeah older professionals act like they were so linked to their office. My laptop is so much closer than any office they had, and bosses try to act like signing in for a quick two hours or so isn't a big deal.
Posted on 12/22/23 at 8:51 pm to Jcorye1
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bosses try to act like signing in for a quick two hours or so isn't a big deal.
Who has these bosses? I will do work outside hours but never had a boss tell me to... yall have some bad bosses
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