Something I am definitely not doing this summer is working too much. It's not like I'm not working hard and all that but the sunny California outdoors keep calling my name. Whether I am off fishing, kayaking, or bicycle (I did all three this last weekend), work is not something keeping me busy.
Today at my internship a post doc gave a job talk to get a permanent position. After the talk I heard the manager saying how it is a problem that the fellow actually works too hard! I couldn't believe it. I don't think this possibility has ever been conceived by most of my professors back at school. In fact a colleague of mine once got a stern lecture for not spending every weekend constantly working (although the consensus is that prof is a jerk). But at least the Lockheed Martin business model understands that a well-rounded individual both increases productivity and loyalty (it also prevents workplace violence -- that training module was loads of fun ;D ) I think I am going to cry when I have to go back to Chicago.
Speaking of well-roundedness, this summer my constant fight with my Buddha belly is paying off. Of course bicycling 12 miles to work every day certainly helps. Who knows maybe I will shave my beard and cut my hair to be somewhat respectable looking ... heh, I knew you would scoff at that idea. Besides I trust respectable looking people far less than the average Joe.
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Yeah, I know. I'm bothered by how little I'm suffering with work, too. It's like Catholic guilt, but really we both know it's Chicago guilt.
Or wait, duh. You're not bothered by it. OK I am the crazy one.
rrriiiiight =D
woo hoo! would you really cut your hair? hehe.... wait, i'm actually scared to see what you look like without long hair and a beard....
Hi Andy,
I'm very happy that there exists people like that manager you've mentioned. :-)
Life is short (or long, depending on the perspective and if you considering the time or frequency domain), it is important to have a good balance between fun and work.
Furthermore, I am not sure if it should even have a distinction between them (fun and work). :-)
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