Leaving on time has become a taboo in many workplaces. Those who dare to leave at the end of their shift are often looked down upon as lazy, unmotivated, or uncommitted to their jobs. But why is that? Here are a few dark reasons why leaving on time is frowned upon in the workplace:
1. The Cult of Overwork: We live in a culture thatglorifies overwork. We see it in movies, TV shows, and even in our own workplaces. We are taught to believe that the harder we work, the more successful we will be. But what we often forget is that overworking can lead to burnout, stress, and a host of other health problems. And yet, we continue to push ourselves beyond our limits, sacrificing our health and well-being in the pursuit of success.
2. Fear of the Boss: Leaving on time can be seen as a sign of insubordination. Many employees fear their boss' wrath if they dare to leave on time. They worry that their boss will think less of them or that
they will be passed over for promotions. So, they stay late, even when they don't need to, just to please their boss.
3. Keeping up with the Joneses: In many workplaces, there is an unspoken competition among employees to see who can work the longest hours. It's almost like a game of one-upmanship, where employees try to out do each other by staying later and later. Those who leave on time are seen as losers in this game, as if they don't care about their job as much as their colleagues do.
4. The Guilt Trip: Finally, there's the guilt trip. Many workplaces use guilt as a tool to keep employees working late. They make them feel like they are letting their colleagues down if they leave on time.
They remind them of all the work that still needs to be done and how important it is to the success of the company. And so, employees feel guilty for leaving on time, even though they have already put in a full day's work.
In conclusion, the idea that leaving work on time is something to be frowned upon is simply ridiculous. Your time is valuable and should be spent on things that matter to you, whether that's spending time with
loved ones, pursuing hobbies, or simply relaxing. So next time you're feeling guilty for leaving work on time, remember that your personal life is just as important as your professional one. And if anyone gives you a hard time, just tickle their ribs and remind them that a happy, healthy employee is a productive one.
Well, it's simple really. Leaving work on time is frownedupon because it goes against the unspoken office policy of sacrificing your personal life for the sake of productivity. In other words, if you're not staying late, you're not a team player...or so they say. But fear not, for there are ways to mitigate this issue. You could try developing a sudden case of "early onset grandma-itis" and start talking about your 7 pm bedtime. Or you could just boldly announce that you have a hot date with a pint of ice cream and Netflix.
I got triggered when a colleague texted me last evening, “ How do you manage to leave at 6 pm?” And I decided to sit and write the above…writing always helps…
Whatever works, right? After all, life is too short to spendit all at the office and…to stay angry…I texted back, “Because I am good at time management!”
