Overview

• An anonymous Reddit user shared how shifting to strict 9-to-5 hours and declining extra tasks resulted in a 15% raise.
• The employee had previously worked long hours, taken on additional responsibilities, and requested promotions three times without success.
• After being passed over for a promotion again, they began turning off after-hours notifications and focusing solely on their core duties.
• Their boss cited improved prioritization and efficiency as reasons for the raise and formal recognition.
• The viral Reddit post has sparked discussions about corporate reward systems, work-life balance, and perceptions of productivity.