Taken For Granted

Well, it seems that my blog happens to be an outlet for my frustrations with life. Perhaps it is better than expressing my rants in less productive ways.

Recently a regular source of frustration at work was awarded significant recognition by an organization that consumes a great deal of "work" time that I as an employer have spent many, many dollars in lost production, while this individual "volunteers" his skills and time. Certainly Mr. "Volunteer" deserves to be honored, and I AM happy for his recognition. However, this individual ONLY works for his own benefit, NEVER recognizing the tolerance and contribution of his very generous employer. In fact, by his actions and words, one might think he has been chosen for this honor IN SPITE of his employer.

In fact, one might wonder how Mr. "Volunteer", managed to accomplish his contribution to the society when he has been asked to be accountable for the time (salary dollars!) that HE has "contributed" to the society. Over several years, he has spent up to 33% of his work time in a month, meanwhile indicating he only spent 1 to 1.5 hours during that month. He certainly takes credit for his "contribution" , yet it is very difficult to find that he is even employed by his generous employer........ Even his announcement that he has received the honor came via a gmail account certainly identifyiing him, instead of the company e-mail account that is provided for him free by his employer!

For where your treasure is, there will be your heart, also.......