Cubicle Conundrum - Day 15

Q: My boss resigned and someone’s replaced him today.

N: Okay.

Q: Now I need to make an impression all over again.

N: I see. Well, my boss thinks I’m one of the most analytical and hard working people in the team.

Q: But you aren’t.

N: Does it matter?

Q: How the hell do you do that?

N: It’s quite simple. Every time the boss passes by, just squint at the screen as if somebody is shining a torch in your face. You might also want to shake your head in disapproval as if to say “Hmm that can’t be right”. Analytical – check.

Q: That works?

N: Also shift a little on your seat. This indicates that you haven’t moved for a while since you were too busy contemplating whatever it is you’re working with. Hard-working – check.

Q: This is ridiculous. What happens when you have no results to show for it?

N: I do my Harrison Ford face and pretend to be mad at everyone. He thinks I’m upset with my lack of contribution and is willing to give me another opportunity.

Q: You’re insane. This is never going to work. You’re no good at what you do.

N: ………

Q: N? (swivels the chair around to check)

N: ………

Q: Oh, I’m sorry I thought you were ignoring me. Carry on with your work. (swivels around to the PC again)

N: ………

Q: Wait a minute…