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How do you look busy when you're not???
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Originally posted by badger7579 View PostIdeas?
If you are in a technical position then read up on something technical which interests you
Get a decent game on your phone, find an out of the way set of toilets and amuse your self (just make sure that the toilet lights don't automatically turn off after a set period of time)
Have very late lunches. The afternoon is always the worst when you're not being kept busy so go out for lunch late (about 2ish) and take the full break out of the office. By the time you get back there will be only a couple of hours left.Coffee's for closersComment
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Originally posted by Spacecadet View Postfind an out of the way set of toilets and amuse your selfComment
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Having a good walk is imperative to looking busy. When I look at some of the permie sloaths, walking aimlessly around the office at a snails pace I think those guys can't be busy. But when I stride over to the drinks machine, grab my two cups of water and march back to my desk it definitely gives the impression- that guy is on it!
Please note running in the office is a big no no in my opinion. Gives of the impression of being out of control, panicking, and generally being out of ones depth."You can't climb the ladder of success, with your hands in the pockets"
Arnold SchwarzeneggerComment
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Carry something important looking around with you and walk like you have purpose.Comment
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Originally posted by badger7579 View PostIdeas?Comment
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Originally posted by No2politics View PostHaving a good walk is imperative to looking busy. When I look at some of the permie sloaths, walking aimlessly around the office at a snails pace I think those guys can't be busy. But when I stride over to the drinks machine, grab my two cups of water and march back to my desk it definitely gives the impression- that guy is on it!
Please note running in the office is a big no no in my opinion. Gives of the impression of being out of control, panicking, and generally being out of ones depth.
Edit: found it. It's actually the Ricky Gervais (I think they mean David Brent, but never mind) guide to working.
LinkyLast edited by Bunk; 19 July 2013, 08:29.Comment
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Originally posted by Spacecadet View Post
(just make sure that the toilet lights don't automatically turn off after a set period of time)Comment
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Originally posted by rhubarb View PostHappened to me yesterday, VERY irritating mid-dump.Comment
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