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What does it mean when your boss says "It's only until things calm down"?

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Real meaning

"Until things calm down" has no end date, and the next crunch is already booked.

Subtext

Busy seasons are real. When every quarter is a busy season, it isn't temporary. It's the job.

BS index — Heavy spin

74%

Suggested reply

I can push through this round. Once it wraps, can we review staffing so the next one doesn't look the same?

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