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Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by phabulous88(m): 2:57pm On May 26, 2015 |
You can remain there and be running your personal runs, you know what I mean - free Internet, telephone,computer, a/c chilling... Or you can talk to your boss and let him know that you feel dormant and underutilised. It's up to you. 2 Likes |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by tlops(m): 2:57pm On May 26, 2015 |
Adult day care! 4 Likes 1 Share |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by princeduke2013: 3:00pm On May 26, 2015 |
kennygee: Mehn..This got my cracked up ...Kai...Actually this happened to me during my service years & for few months after my service ..I was literally being paid for nothing & the worst be say I don't have to turn up at any particular office.its more like a work from home scenario & call up whenever there is a job for me to fix. .I had to be going to library so that people no go think say I no get job or I'm lazy ..long story sha...My advice Is improve yourself ..try to practice with the difficult duties in your office(maybe if u are an accountants) & read read read ..update yourself nd be versatile ..ask questions nd don't act dumb like u are enjoying your feeding bottle position ..Be enthusiastic & try to improve your value so that you can be indispensable 5 Likes |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by dustydee: 3:02pm On May 26, 2015 |
Mbkite:I am currently in a similar situation, Ironically, I left my former employer because I felt underutilised. Mine is largely due to the low oil prices but it is not a good feeling at all. My employer can afford to keep me because they've made money from clients by offering them my services but I also need something to keep me busy. I am currently doing some online courses (you can check cousera.org), trying to do my professional registration and if things don't improve, by God's grace I dey waka. 3 Likes |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by Nobody: 3:02pm On May 26, 2015 |
The employer is |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by missKiffy(f): 3:02pm On May 26, 2015 |
Who cares, at least for the fact that am coming to the office everyday, am doing something |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by natiotan: 3:02pm On May 26, 2015 |
Re-title you post to "Nigerian Civil Service- What do we do?" |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by Infomizer(m): 3:02pm On May 26, 2015 |
joseph1832: All the more reason why he ought to keep doing nothing.... 1 Like |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by AAinEqGuinea: 3:04pm On May 26, 2015 |
I'm at a job like this now, except I also hate my co-workers so it's not exactly paradise. I managed to find a job where I do just about nothing but I managed to find people I don't like. I've done the unthinkable. I'm riding it for as long as I can, while making sure this lame experience doesn't stint my professional growth. 1 Like |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by Mitsurugi(m): 3:06pm On May 26, 2015 |
kennygee: My thoughts exactly... but kai! You no well o! 1 Like |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by joseph1832(m): 3:06pm On May 26, 2015 |
Infomizer:Well I'll encourage him to start doing something somewhere so that when he gets the red card he has somewhere to pitch his tent on, he won't just be left high and dry. 1 Like |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by Originalsly: 3:09pm On May 26, 2015 |
What position did you apply for? ....and didn't they give you a job description? Even if you are not presently needed to carry any work load I suggest you find ways of assisting in your field or the firm whenever you can. Your boss may be watching to see if you would do nothing unless told to....or if you have initiative....can make things hqppen on your own. 1 Like |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by deor03(m): 3:09pm On May 26, 2015 |
Mbkite: You have something he needs. Maybe not now, but in the future Good resources are hard to come by, recruiting is also a difficult process. So if an employer has a good guy, they might be inclined to keep the person Also, workers think that their salary is way bigger than their work. Imagine a Project manager employee's CTC being N1M per month, total for the year is N12M . If he delivers a Project worth N500 with a projected Margin of 10% at 15% , within a Year , the employer makes a gain of additional N25M, than projection So he can comfortably pay N12M to get N25m 2 Likes |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by daclint(m): 3:13pm On May 26, 2015 |
Maybe u should ask the Kardashians 1 Like |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by loswhite(m): 3:19pm On May 26, 2015 |
Mbkite:Do u sit in your house and receive the pay? If not how long do you sit without doing nothing? Is your time not precious to you? Ppl pay you 4 your time basically. So if you spend time in an office you should be paid for it even if u just sit down look. |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by yakbauer: 3:20pm On May 26, 2015 |
Job satisfaction cannot b bought, and no amount of salary can get u that, if u feel u r bored, I think it's best u engage yourself by enrolling in an education programme that will occupy u and at d same time u get to garner credentials that will upgrade ur CV. An MBA at worst will not b bad, if u r an engineer/computer scientist. u can get certifications, register with professional bodies, etc, when u r grounded, I'm sure you'll b tempted to seek new challenges. But for now, i advise u make good use of the free time to beef up ur CV Cheers.... 1 Like |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by pinkyruledworld(m): 3:26pm On May 26, 2015 |
The person wey siddon my side talk say hin dy use ur 'aisiki' |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by Peacefulmat: 3:32pm On May 26, 2015 |
hmmm....i advise u make good use your time to look for a job where u will be relevant. i was once in dis same shoe where i was been paid for four good months for doing absolutely nothing in the office to me, thats d worst kind of unsecured job, u can be relieved anytime without any consideration. abeg make d best use of his internet and get yourself a challenging job where u can be relevant. |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by omoiseselagba: 3:33pm On May 26, 2015 |
kilokeys:ile ise ajibade 2 |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by CaptPlanet(m): 3:42pm On May 26, 2015 |
I believe you were hired for a ppposition. Use this time to develop your skill set and also try to make yourself useful in the organisation. When the chips are down, you might be the first to be sacrificed (God Forbid) because everyone knows u do absolutely nothing. You may also want to start investing your free salary into other little start ups or get some free degrees online to boost your chances when there's opportunity for promotion. Goodluck 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by Neduzze5(m): 3:43pm On May 26, 2015 |
bestestgirl: Is it possible to get a degree online? |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by oshe11: 3:47pm On May 26, 2015 |
TVTKOKO:He was recommended by a 'godfada' even wen dere was no vacancy 2 Likes |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by YoungestMuller(m): 3:48pm On May 26, 2015 |
KILANTA!!! Abeg dem still dey show that series? |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by Mintek: 3:52pm On May 26, 2015 |
kilokeys: 1 Like |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by focus7: 3:53pm On May 26, 2015 |
Your days are numbered, I suggest you begin to search for a new job and leave before you are shown the way out, cause your employer will not continue paying for no value for long time. |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by ukandi1(m): 3:55pm On May 26, 2015 |
BasseyJ: i agree with u. However, i also know that his boss is not a father christmas and must have an ulterior motive which is why he is holding unto his asset now. My fear is d consequencies upon his refusal to do his bidding tomoro. Every free gift has a hidden price-tag except it be from God. Let him watch his back before he is lured into a trap that would require his life 1 Like |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by JoeCutie(m): 3:56pm On May 26, 2015 |
He pays you for doing nothing? Keep enjoying for one day you shall 'pay' for doing nothing (suffer for nothing's sake). 4 Likes |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by EmekaBlue(m): 4:01pm On May 26, 2015 |
pay 4 xtra rounds of beer 4 ur frienz steady |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by Nobody: 4:01pm On May 26, 2015 |
Neduzze5:Of course. you could get an MBA or any others you like. just do a little research on the Internet |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by CHIGAMEZU: 4:05pm On May 26, 2015 |
if u ar recieving pay at ur place of wrk 4 not doing anything, that means ur job is at risk. they may just allow u 2 collect d pay 4 six months after which u will be asked 2 go that means u ar not relevant, on that note u need 2 think twice. they may not talk 2 u abt that, they will just assume there is no vacance or will to fix u. |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by 4everisaac(m): 4:09pm On May 26, 2015 |
Mbkite:You might have made them know about your plan of leaving the firm. Or they might have lost their trust in you. Which ever way, it indicates that your stay in the firm is coming to an end. Don't relax. Ask for work! Complain that you are don't have enough work to do. Be patient if your firm's operations are a bit down. Things will return to normal. |
Re: When You're Being Paid For Doing Virtually Nothing: The Meaning? by ooshinibos: 4:18pm On May 26, 2015 |
I will start looking for another role or contract ...but because it is Nigeria ..people like freebies or free money ..they will think it is a miracle ...some will even testify to their congregation :-) that they are blessed 1 Like |
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