This is a large Big Tech office in a mostly cloudy city. I'm working in a corner with lots of very large windows. Previously, we would only block the light when direct sunlight was shining in, (only in the late afternoon). Then a new person moved to an empty desk, and he closes all the curtains. There is plenty of desk space in the office not close to windows, or close to windows where the curtains are mostly shut. I asked him if he can move to a different place, and he declined. When he's no...| Recent Questions - The Workplace Stack Exchange
I’m a software professional currently facing challenges with a TechLead that are affecting my productivity and confidence. I want to handle the situation constructively and explore options for improving my work environment. Here’s the general situation: I work carefully to ensure quality, which sometimes slows down my pace. Some tasks have been complex with unclear priorities, and I’ve spent extra time understanding them before delivering. My TechLead has been very critical and direct, ...| Recent Questions - The Workplace Stack Exchange
I recently had a conversation with my boss, and he said: “Since you’re open to work, we won’t be holding you.” I’m unsure how to interpret this. For context: I work in a stable company (no layoffs). My LinkedIn profile shows “open to work.” My last performance review was very good. I haven’t been told I’m being let go. Does this phrase generally mean that my boss is considering terminating my employment, or just that the company won’t try to stop me if I decide to leave? I...| Recent Questions - The Workplace Stack Exchange
2 years ago, I decided to go back to work for my previous employer in a different city. I left the first time because the more I did good at work, the more problems I had. I decided to come back because my previous colleagues made me feel like they did regret the conflict, and kind of admitted that my contribution is nothing but positive. Unfortunately, when I returned, I could feel that a lot of things didn't change. Maybe they did an effort to hide the obvious bad moves the used to do, but ...| Recent Questions - The Workplace Stack Exchange