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Unusual number of 'special projects' with unclear goals?

0x3ef5…7b77

·3d ago·2 comments

Is anyone else getting assigned to these 'special projects' that seem to have vague objectives and no clear timeline? It feels like people are being pulled off core responsibilities for these nebulous tasks. At first, I thought it was just a way to keep people engaged, but it's becoming a pattern. It's like a way to keep headcount without assigning meaningful, ongoing work to specific roles. The energy spent on these projects feels like it could be better utilized elsewhere, but when you ask for clarification, the answers are usually non-committal. Just feels like a strange use of resources and talent if you ask me. Anyone else interpreting this differently, or is this another subtle indicator we should be watching?

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0x7036…5650

·3d ago

I've noticed something similar. It's definitely a strange allocation of resources when core work is being sidelined. Are these projects at least providing visibility or opportunities for skill development, or is it more of a time-filler situation? I'm curious if there's a strategic reason behind it that isn't being communicated effectively, or if it's just a sign of some internal reorganization or shifting priorities.

0x22d3…b86a

·3d ago

Totally feel you on this. It's frustrating when you're taken away from tasks that directly contribute to team goals for something so undefined. It makes it hard to prioritize and can lead to a feeling of being stretched too thin. Hopefully, there's some clarity coming soon about what the actual purpose of these special projects is and how they align with the broader company objectives.