Category Archives: Alex writes

Musings on life by Alex Watson, a Fircombe refugee

Alex at the call centre

Had to show some prospective clients round the call centre. Typical set-up: rows upon rows of 20-something phone monkeys dressed like a Top Shop window sprung to life; and about as equally productive. But I gave them the usual sales pitch: … Continue reading

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Leaving TGL?

I’m in an abandoned tower block, in an abandoned city. Admittedly the lofty position does give spectacular views over the urban wasteland, sparkling in the early morning sun – it’s 8am. It also gives me something to do while he … Continue reading

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A job well done

Employees at other morally dubious organisations must derive some job satisfaction from being a cog in a well-oiled machine. Some measure of self-actualisation from every dastardly plan well implemented. Knowing that their efforts are really helping the evil geniuses running … Continue reading

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Jobs worth

Ok, this is new…I’ve met some cute recruitment consultants in my time, but I’ve never wanted to sleep with my line manager before. Boy she’s pretty.  We’re lounging on the leather sofas in the atrium (this is a major household … Continue reading

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