When I first came into the company I'm working for today, I was so excited. Everyday, I look forward to waking up to get ready for work. I love the culture because everybody's just easy to talk to, and eager to help. I remembered being so busy for a few months, getting a month break from the heavy workload, and getting another rush of projects. In fact, there were a number of employees who survived without even lifting a finger in all the years they've worked for the company.
Recession came and there were layoffs everywhere. We were not spared of the massive layoffs that threatened technology companies. It was such a devastating day to see a lot of employees leaving work because they were laid off. Every employee's morale came down. Everybody was scared that they're next on the list.
After that massive layoff, things started to change. The culture became different. It seems that competition was on the air. You have to take on a lot more that what you're used to so you can be assured of your job. The projects kept coming, but people kept going as the layoffs continued on. If, in the past, you were able to survive sitting around all day, twidling your fingers, you can't do that anymore. If, after a project, you see a little break in between, you don't see it at all anymore. You work hard, and harder - day after day.
Now I practically drag myself out of bed to get ready for work. I don't look forward to another day at the dungeons. It's a torture coming to work because I know, the only break I'll have is a bathroom break. If you ask my co-workers, they'll tell you that they feel the same way. We're all overworked and stressed, and we don't see the trend coming to an end, or even slowing down.
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