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Originally Posted by cocoabeans
Nothing wrong with desiring a better work-life balance. Of course, I was born in the eighties and think people who sacrifice themselves for a job, that more often times than not is not meaningful, interesting and only makes a difference to the bank accounts of the guys making the "big bucks" are losers.
Many of you are urban slaves.
I'm no better. I work to get a pay check so I can enjoy life outside the office. Work is a means to an end. The type of work most do in offices is just a necessary evil in a capitalist world. It functions but it does not matter more than that so, why do more than function, pay your time and take the money and run? You won't see me staying overtime and yes, if I can, I absolutely will come in a bit later and leave a bit earlier.
And some would say, you'll never "succeed" like that but, to those I ask, "what is success?" Being the one with the 80 hour work week and bigger pay check? Buying and selling junk to the plastic junkies?
Let it go.
I'm rich. I live in one of the wealthiest countries in the world, have food, clean water, health care, personal freedoms, shelter and many conveniences, why do I need more stuff?
I'll be watching that clock because when I step outside the office, that's the world that matters.
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I see your point. But if I change my work habits and take on the blase attitude, our firm would surely never grow and prosper.
So for my "urban slave" mentality along with the upper management team that keeps the company growing, puts food on the table and gas in your car, and extra money so you can party and take advantage of the rest of us, I salute you.
You sure have it all figured out.
Thank you for your .02 - I guess I can expect to continue working my fingers to the bone so you all can take full advantage.
By the way, this firm started in a garage with very little money and prospered and grew thanks to a solid work ethic. And there is absolutely no respect shown whatsoever. Nice. Meanwhile, party on Garth.