Tactics: Holiday Chip-Shot(TM)

The Holiday Chip Shot is often the product of the slick and sneaky, but all to often it stems from neurotic, compulsive behavior. This is when a person ostensibly on holiday or vacation makes a surprise visit back to work via e-mail. Sometimes it’s abrupt: “Hey guys, just checking in – believe me, this is the ONLY time I’ll be on e-mail.” Other times, the person on vacation might ever-so-subtly chip-in on an existing e-mail back and forth…as though he or she is out there reviewing every conversation. This person can’t stand being out of the loop, and never wants to turn off work.

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To: Distribution List
From: Mr. Mack (ostensibly on vacation)
Subject: Per the Discussion Below

I agree with Steve and Mary’s point, but disagree with Tom and Mike. Joe may be on to something. Just my quick thoughts!