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0 pointsmunchbunny4y ago0 comments

I love the phrase “quick chat” because it’s rarely ever actually quick. If it was actually quick, they’d just ask it.

Over time I’ve learned that the correct response is, approximately, “Sorry, I’m in the middle of [important work], please book 30 minutes for us and [stakeholders] to discuss it.” Gives me time to prepare so that I’m not caught off guard. And to bring backup if I think I need it.

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switch0074y ago· 1 in thread

And HR asking for a quick chat should set off greater alarm bells, especially with regards to documenting the discussion

commandlinefan4y ago

Well, there's no "preparing" for that... except making sure your LinkedIn profile is up to date.

dnautics4y ago

I actually had a quick chat with my teammate today. 5 minutes (well we chatted about dumb shit like changing oil on our cars for another 5). Also it wasn't bad, I was checking in to make sure his career objectives were being looked after (he just onboarded a few weeks ago).

hogrider4y ago

I find this officespeak hilarious.

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