😂 Remember that viral joke of the comedian who got wrongly credited with a huge sum of money? The bank called him, asking him to "kindly return the money to the rightful owner." He replied: “Sure! But first… come to my office and ask for my secretary. Collect a form and fill it out. Come back in 2 weeks. Bring your passport photo, the other person’s bank portfolio, and a signed letter from your MD. Then we’ll proceed — maybe.” 😎 It was hilarious… until the banker realized — this is exactly how they treat their customers! 😅 🧾 Red-tapism — The Hidden Killer of Productivity! Whether in banking, civil service, or private firms, unnecessary protocols ❌ Waste time ❌ Drain energy ❌ Kill innovation ❌Decisions crawl. ❌ Employees get frustrated. ❌When your job becomes a battle of paperwork and protocols, energy shifts from productivity to survival. ❌If your client or colleague needs 7 signatures and 2 referrals just to solve a basic problem… you’re not working smart. 🚀 Dear professionals: It’s time to scrap needless steps and embrace smarter systems. Let’s stop punishing people with processes that don’t serve purpose. 💬 Let’s Talk: What’s the most ridiculous protocol you’ve faced at work? Have you ever pushed for change in your system? Is your department a place of action or a waiting room? #WorkplaceProductivity #RedTapism #EmployerEmployeeMatters #EfficiencyMatters #SmartWork #Leadership #OfficeHumor #LinkedInCommunity

I had to rush to the bank yesterday for a simple transaction, all in the middle of a time-sensitive project. Why? Because the bank staff who could’ve easily resolved it over the phone wasn’t allowed to answer calls during work hours – from a well-known Nigerian bank, no less! It’s like their phones are on a strict 9-to-5 nap! 😅 Having to physically walk into the bank for something that could’ve been handled in minutes? Frustrating doesn’t even begin to cover it. I don’t think I’d survive in such a job. What about you? Could you manage a workday without your phone? 📵 #WorkLifeBalance #CustomerServiceWoes #ProductivityBoost #OfficeHumor #JobSatisfaction #CareerReflections #WorkplaceRealities