Dilbert.com by Scott Adams

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 - Dilbert by Scott Adams

Tags logic, no-win, deadline

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Wally: Are these user specifications complete? I ask because any later changes will cause me to miss the deadline. Man: What if I only need a tiny change later? Wally: I'm counting on it. That way I can blame you when I miss the deadline. Man: How do most people handle this situation? Wally: Well, the pessimists know they're doomed, so it's no surprise to them when it happens. Man: What do the optimists do? Wally: They become pessimists.

Why Didn't You Tell Me Sooner

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Why Didn't You Tell Me Sooner - Dilbert by Scott Adams

Tags paradox, debate, arguing

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Alice: Why didn't you tell me about this sooner? Dilbert: That's a fool's game because Zeno's Paradox says there will always be a time sooner than the one I pick. Alice's Paradox says that no matter how many criticisms you explain away, there are always plenty more.

Messages For The Boss

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Messages For The Boss - Dilbert by Scott Adams

Tags communication, internet, modernity, attention, distraction, excuses, technology

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Boss: Why didn't you talk to me before making this decision? Dilbert: I left you a voicemail, an email, and a text message. I also messaged you on Skype, Slack, WhatsApp, Twitter, and Facebook. Boss: Did you try leaving a note on my chair? Dilbert: It's stuck to your buttocks.