How to Pass the Buck
Ever have a responsibility, but not want to follow through? Ever feel like people are asking way too much from you? Well my friends, don't let that trouble you any longer. Let's get ready to play PASS THE BUCK!
From The Plague, page 98:
1. Sticklers- refuse create a precedent by showing preference or favoritism
2. Consolers- contend that the present state of things can't possibly last
3. Suggestion Box- ask one to leave a brief note, promising to get to it in due course
4. Triflers (Accommodators)- offer something short of what is asked (ex. if one asks to leave, give them a place to stay)
5. Red Tape Merchants- has forms filled out which are then promptly interred in a file
6. Overworked Officials- raise arms to Heaven (cursing helps here)
7. Much Harassed Officials- simply look away
8. Traditionalists- refer people to another office or offer a different approach
Which one are YOU?
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