A high-powered "Turnaround Consultant" was flown into a London tech hub to trim the fat from a struggling firm. He wanted to prove that the "old guard" was too soft on lazy employees.
While walking through the sleek, open-plan office, he spotted a young man in a puffer jacket leaning against a pillar, casually checking his watch and looking bored.
The Consultant stormed over. "What do you think you’re doing? Shouldn't you be at your station?"
The guy looked at him, puzzled. "I’m just waiting for my payment to clear."
The Consultant’s face turned purple. "I don’t tolerate idleness. How much do you earn a week?"
"Around £600," the young man replied, looking surprised.
The Consultant pulled out his phone, opened Revolut, and snapped, "Scan my QR code. Now."
Ping. "There’s £2,400," the Consultant shouted. "That’s a month’s pay to get you out of my sight. Don't come back tomorrow!"
The guy stared at his phone, gave a confused shrug, and walked straight out the glass doors.
The Consultant turned to the terrified staff. "Now, can someone tell me what that useless individual’s role was?"
The office manager cleared her throat. "He doesn't work here, sir. He’s the Deliveroo rider waiting for the receptionist to sign for the sushi platters you ordered for lunch."
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