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by crestedtazo 3376 days ago
Personally, I try to remain in the 120% range at all times and NEVER dip below 110%. In my experience, just settling at a 100% output level is a great way to get identified as a slacker. As a manager, I've cut many 100%s.
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You "try to remain in the 120% range" and have "cut many 100%s"?

I can't tell if this is a serious post or just a subtle and very talented troll. I'm impressed.

Agreed. I'd lean slightly towards the troll, but maybe that shows that I'm detached from the new reality.
Comment history says troll.
>> just settling at a 100% output level is a great way to get identified as a slacker

Agreed. But I think the OP first needs to touch 100-110 and that in turn can cause him to either start enjoying the job (extrinsic motivation) or given his credentials be able to find a new gig before he is shown the door. He must take note from this important point you raise that he has a good enough runway as opposed to an infinite one!

>> As a manager, I've cut many 100%s. As a manager, I hope that you have given those 100%s, some course correction options and opportunity. Not being judgmental at all, so apologize if it comes across as like that.