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The moment a measure becomes a KPI it is not longer a useful KPI.


yep, and people, especially many managers just DO NOT seem to understand that... they look at you like your speaking klingon....


Now KPI is stuck in my head as Klingon Productivity Indicator…

"You have challenged me for the position of Employee of the Month, and must now meet me in single combat…! Do not forget to bring your Bat'leth, I will not be merciful."

"Live Gagh will no longer be provided in the break room, as it was encouraging too many breaks. "

"The sales team has no honor, and our Product Manager acted like a spineless P'taaq in that meeting! I have deleted their logins and assumed command myself!"

" A true Klingon warrior tests their code in production."

"What is this talk of "Pull Requests"? A true Klingon warrior makes DEMANDS! "

"The beatings will continue until this team shows a TRUE warrior spirit. "

" This burndown chart is pitiful. It is barely singed!"

" When I take a mental health day, it is for YOUR mental health. Do not waste this opportunity. "

"You joined our team over a year ago and have still not challenged me for my position. We need to discuss your career goals."




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