[from-nibly]

But they aren't 10x'ers. You could say they are wannabe 10x'ers or 10x mess makers, or "10x'ers".

But can we stop saying people who are good at there job are actually bad at their job and being mediocre actually means you are great?

Like I know I'm being pedantic but this kind of culture is toxic to everyone.

Edit: sorry for ranting under your comment. I'm sure you are a normal person just trying to get through your day. I just had to scream somewhere

[pests]

You're fine no worries. I think you are making my point.

People who claim they are 10x'ers are often not. They are mess makers or wannabes. They appear 10x to those who do not take messes or tech debt into account.

You screaming (to use your lingo) that my buddy above is not a 10x is what the rest of us have been screaming about our co-workers!

I'm not claiming people can't be 10x'ers. Nor am I saying being good is actually bad.