Capitalism will try to make you believe success only comes to those who work hard. We beg to differ. Sometimes, doing the barest minimum brings the best results, especially at work. Here’s why.
More work? Not your problem
You know how they say the reward for hard work is more work? That won’t be your problem. Your employer and colleagues will be satisfied with the fact that you actually completed your work without procrastinating.
Your boss won’t remember you for volunteer work
As long you dead every idea of volunteering for extra work and focus only on the work you’re paid for, no one will remember to call you when they need someone to work after hours or take meeting notes.
…but they’ll notice when you go above and beyond
Since everyone knows you only do what you’re paid to do, the day you decide to go above and beyond on a task, it won’t go unnoticed. Meaning you’re more likely to win “Staff of the Week” than Yetunde, who quietly does two people’s jobs every day.
You’ll have great work-life balance
Since you aren’t spending all your waking hours thinking about work, you’ll have time to do meaningful things, like find a boo and leave the streets.
Also, more time for side gigs
It’s not like your salary lasts more than one week anyway. Now, you’ll have time to pursue other things that’ll bring money into your account.
Your employer doesn’t give a shit about you
Whether you do the bare minimum or not, you can still get laid off if the company hits a rough patch. Plus, they only care about hitting their targets, not you as a person. Say no to capitalism.
Nigeria doesn’t respect hard work
If it did, politicians would be riding keke to work. But it is what it is.
You’ll have more time for eye service
Because we all know that is what typical Nigerian bosses really want.
You’ll be the mysterious colleague
Your own is to do your work and go. Office gossip? You’ll never be there.
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