Underpaid? Underwork

Discussion in 'Ethics' started by ThePoetSappho, Jul 23, 2009.

  1. Driftwood Gypsy

    Driftwood Gypsy Lifetime Supporter Lifetime Supporter

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    I have a bumper sticker that says this phrase "Underpaid? Underwork"
    Though I've just heard the phrase recently its been a belief of mine all my life.
    Whats your opinion on the concept?
     
  2. Didymus Doppelgänger

    Didymus Doppelgänger Misfit Lover

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    I think its a great way to get fired.
    Then you don't get paid. Yayy.
     
  3. TheGrayRaven

    TheGrayRaven Member

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    I believe that a person should perform the job hired to do to the best of his or her ability, within reason. No need to try and kill yourself over something small and unimportant. That can actually be wasteful.

    I believe that there are probably a lot of people out there who do believe they are underpaid for the job but still perform less work than they actually get paid for.

    I was raised differently.

    *shrug*
     
  4. Driftwood Gypsy

    Driftwood Gypsy Lifetime Supporter Lifetime Supporter

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    haha, never been fired, been hired and promoted and elected Employee of the Month, awards, etc.
     
  5. Driftwood Gypsy

    Driftwood Gypsy Lifetime Supporter Lifetime Supporter

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    ATM unfortunately I work for a big corporation, so while I'll do what's required of me to get my paycheck, don't expect me to do anymore for them.
     
  6. IntellectualCurious

    IntellectualCurious Member

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    I personally like that phrase. Very true. Might inspire some change.
     
  7. footloose

    footloose Member

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    Nope, I reckon its cutting your nose off to spite your face.

    You should generally do your best... within reason.
     
  8. IntellectualCurious

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    how so? if you're getting paid the same amount...
     
  9. Driftwood Gypsy

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    I see it this way.
    If someone pays you $7.50,
    how many grapes will you give them.
    You'll give them $7.50 worth of grapes.
     
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