Power Monkey

How did our corporate culture become so infused with such a heavy element of 'power worship'?
OK, I know the photo is on the 'ridiculous' end of the spectrum, but then again doesn't this sum it up?

Power worship is especially amazing when a new-leader joins the organization. Since people don't yet understand political ties or overall motiviations, there is generally a flurry of 'ass kissing' that happens on just about every level.

Even a leader's basic vocabulary is copied. My favorite is from a few months ago when a leader in a huge outfit was slinging 'manage demand' as a catch phrase. Next thing you know, middle managers everywhere were obsessed. They'd nail you down in meetings...'but, do you do demand management?' Could they explain it? Uh, no. 

Take that shit off your ear!

Bluetooth headsets are cool, but just because you own one doesn't make you cool.

Average Headset User Profile:

• 40-60 yr old middle manager
• Perfectly groomed
• Well mannered, cordial
  
• Little blue blinking light on side of head
• Usually not talking, but ready and willing for some phone action
• Tries to ignore the fact people are staring at annoying impotent device attached to their head

GENTLEMEN GEEKS! You need to know that you look like tools. No-one cares that you're stupid enough to shell out 200 bucks on a headset. Madonna looked cool with the headset, partly because she was in her prime and wore the pointy-boob cups, but mainly because SHE WAS USING IT!

Take that shit off the ear and put it in your pocket.