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When did we become so concerned about trivial things at work?
WorldColleagues' late arrivals
An office has an unwritten start time of 9am, but two colleagues sometimes arrive later with good reasons and still deliver quality work.
Despite this, other colleagues have started grumbling about the later start times, sparking concern about the office's focus on trivial matters.
- OpinionSeptember 11, 2026 — 5:00amThere is no written rule for a starting time at our work, but most of us start at 9am.
- Two of my colleagues sometimes come into the office after that time.Recently, I’ve noticed a growing number of other colleagues are grumbling about this later starting time.
- Just to clarify, both of these colleagues have good reasons to start when they do.
Key Takeaways
- No written rule exists for start times
- These colleagues produce good work despite later start times
- The office's reaction suggests a focus on trivial matters
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Expected Outcomes
- Potential impact on office morale and productivity
Why It Matters
Highlights the importance of prioritizing meaningful issues over trivial concerns
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- Sep 10Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News (AU): Two colleagues sometimes come into the office after 9am and the office is grumbling – for no good reason.
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