They’ve been talking about it for months. Rumors have started, been killed, then resurrected again. We’ve had our hopes up since we caught wind of it. But finally, today, it became official. MY COMPANY IS OFFICIALLY MOVING TO A NEW (bigger) OFFICE!
When I started working for them roughly 4 months ago, there were there were close to 80 employees. To give you an idea of how fast we are growing, Just this month, the sales team alone was given permission for 80 new hires. Ridiculous.
I don’t mind the growth. Actually, it’s kind of exciting to be a part of it. The owners of the company make it a priority to maintain an upbeat and relaxed culture. Everyone I work with has a great sense of humor, and as the team grows, so does my circle of friends… literally. For the last 2 weeks, I have been sharing an office with an ever increasing number of people. The last count was 9. Not kidding… 9 people in one office. At times it feels like we’re all sitting in some form of South American public transportation, only with less butt grabbing and body odor… well, there’s at least less body odor.
As crowded and noisy as the office has been, it most definitely has not been the worst part adapting to the recent growth of the company. What’s far worse (and I mean far worse) has been sharing the 2 stall men’s bathroom with 100+ dudes. I went to go wash my hands today after lunch, and upon opening the door, it was as if I had walked into a wall of absolute putrescence. The stench was so potent that it probably surpassed Kryptonite as Superman’s greatest weakness.
I know I write about bathrooms a lot, but when you share one with over 100 guys, it really can be the most significant and memorable part of your day.
I can’t tell you how nice it will be to show up to the new office on Monday, and not have to worry about holding my breath for 8 solid minutes to prevent permanent nerve damage. Well, maybe I can tell you. It will be glorious.
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