Antiwork

When I interviewed for my current job I was told that I would only need to visit the office every other month for team building events. This was fine by me. The office is a 1.5-2 hour drive away during rush hour. (One of the major reasons I left my last company was that they were suddenly forcing us to be in 4 days a week. I’m much happier and productive wfh) So I’ve been here for 4 months now and even received a promotion (becoming a people manager for a 7% raise LOL). I like my job and my colleagues but god I’m so busy. That’s fine though, I have learnt how to set boundaries and I do not work past 6pm. It’s also much easier to be productive at home. Two weeks ago we were told that we need to start coming into the office EVERY WEEK. I…

I got beard and long hairs. All I do is have fun with kids, help wife at home and go to fitness club. Twice a year we travel abroad for vacation. I like hiking in forests as well. Think of starting hunting. When I think of office work again, that makes me sad.

Hi {boss's name},  I don't want to start the new year in a bad way, but I am offended that I said hello to you earlier in the office and you didn't say hello back. I don't know if you meant it, but it came across as rude and for me that is very demotivating.  Best,  {my name} Context- my boss has been away for 6 weeks and today i saw her for the first time, she came into the office and said “hello {my colleague's name}” and has a nice chat with my colleague but completely ignored me when i said hello to her. This is a pattern of rudeness rather than a one off. I'm finding it hard to work at all because I'm pissed off.