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social-navigation
It emphasizes the importance of reading moods and social cues, such as Ms. Wye's disposition, to strategize interactions within the office.
1 chapter across 1 book
The Art of Asking Your Boss for a Raise (2008)Georges Perec
Chapter 7
The chapter humorously details the complex, repetitive, and often frustrating process of trying to ask one's boss, Mr. X, for a raise. It explores the various contingencies of whether Mr. X or a colleague, Ms. Wye, is present or in a good mood, and the protagonist's consequent actions such as waiting, pacing, or circumperambulating the departments. Ultimately, it highlights the uncertainty, social navigation, and procedural delays inherent in workplace hierarchies and communication.