A video by a user named 'Chima' on social media, specifically on the Instagram platform, sparked a lively discussion about the realities of corporate life. The video raised the topic of how excessive competence within a work team can turn into a problem.
Chima described the bitter truth of corporate life that diligent employees often feel but cannot voice. He argues that if a person performs their job with complete honesty and at 100% high quality, it can become a kind of punishment for them.
When a manager realizes that an employee is capable of consistently delivering excellent results, instead of praise, they start assigning even more tasks. The reason for this is obvious: other colleagues cannot achieve the same level of work quality. As a result, this hardworking employee is often burdened with the work of colleagues who avoid responsibilities or perform little.
He summarized the office atmosphere as: you should be smart, pretend you can't handle it, and then someone else will do your work.
Chima's goal is not to call for people to stop working well. He warns against letting one's qualification turn into an invitation for unlimited duties. It is necessary to take on only the amount of work that corresponds to your mental peace and health so that extra tasks are not imposed on you. It is important to realize your worth. If you feel constantly overloaded, it is worth slowing down the pace of work a bit and acting more wisely.
The caption to the video contained a direct message: stopping the pursuit of perfection in everything is a trap.
This incident highlighted a significant difference in the business world between receiving recognition for one's value and simply being used. An outstanding employee should receive trust, new opportunities, and career growth for their high performance, not become an unofficial 'ballast' carrying the burden of the entire team.
The thought expressed at the end of the post is an important lesson for all young professionals today. It states: work well, know your worth, and set your boundaries. Because your competence should grant you freedom, not just additional workload.