I left, proud that I’d shown a sliver of backbone today.
Slipping down the hall to the freight elevators, I rode one to the employee break floor.
When I stepped off, all the lights were dimmed.
Confused, I walked to the lounge doors, but they were locked.
I tried my override key code, but the keypad flashed red.
“Hmmm.” I returned to the elevator and rode it up to the rooftop café.
The doors glided open, revealing a completely bare space.
What the…
I stepped out, not believing my eyes. Gone were the clusters of soft sofas and TVs, and the enclosed glass had been removed.
Before I could process what was happening, my phone buzzed with a new message.
Mr. Cross
I appreciate the reminder about the employee lounge.
I meant to send out my latest memo earlier this morning…
You’re welcome.
TEN (B)
HARRISON
Memo: “Farewell” from Harrison Cross
Hopefully you saw this subject line and felt a tinge of sadness at the thought of me leaving so soon.
No need to cry.
This “farewell” refers to something else.
As of today, the “zen” nap room, basement exercise center, and rooftop café are PERMANENTLY CLOSED.
You can nap, exercise, and hang out with your friends on your own time.
Not mine.
I do realize that removing these perks may cost Sweet Seasons itsTop 10 Places to Work in Manhattanranking, but I’d rather see us on theMost Efficient & Profitable Business in the Countrylist.
At #1.
This is—after all—abusiness.
You should feel ecstatic that it’s finally starting to run like one.
Harrison Cross
CEO, Sweet Seasons Coffee
Founder & Owner, Cross Industries
