Working hard? Don’t do it!

In the hustle and bustle of office life, it’s easy for your hard work to go unnoticed. But if you want to stand out…

Aaseesh Preetam
2 min readApr 13, 2024

In the hustle and bustle of office life, it’s easy for your hard work to go unnoticed. But if you want to stand out, you need to think outside the box.

Stress at work

Break Free from the Daily Grind

Instead of just going through the motions, take the initiative to come up with new ideas and ways to improve processes. Show that you’re not just a robot, but someone with creativity and drive.

Creative employee

Follow the Rules

There are some guidelines to keep in mind when trying to get noticed at work:
- Only send a report every now and then.
- Make sure your report is actually helpful.
- Put your name on it.
- Make sure the boss sees it.
- Don’t limit yourself to just reports — get creative!

Successful employee
Successful employee

Focus on Being Excellent

If you really want to shine, focus on being the best at what you do. Ignore office drama, politics, and distractions. Be a top-notch employee who is always on top of their game. By staying focused and dedicated, you’ll stand out from the crowd and leave your colleagues in awe.

Presenting report
Presenting reports

Stay on Track

The key to success is to stay focused on your goals and not get caught up in office gossip or distractions. Be a Rules Player who knows how to navigate the office environment without getting sidetracked. Keep your eyes on the prize and watch as your hard work pays off.

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Aaseesh Preetam

From construction to filmmaking, I ditched the blueprints for the big screen. Now, I'm sharing my experiences in both worlds - one brick at a time.