Remember that scene from The Matrix where that kid with the spoon is all like, "There is no spoon," when there's clearly a spoon right there in front of Neo's face? Yeah—well, it turns out that kid is now managing a team, except now, instead of "There is no spoon," it's "There is no snow." as if they somehow know more about the situation than what their subordinates are currently witnessing outside of their own window.
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It's these bewildering conversations—when you know you're right, but someone with all the authority is saying you're not—that really make your head start to spin. It can catch you off guard, and unfortunately, it's always easier just to go, “You know what? You're right,” (even when you know they're not,) then it is to stick to your guns and face retribution.
But, one thing's for certain… Few things trigger a lack of trust from your boss than calling out from work. Whatever the reason, there's a 100% chance your employer thinks there's a non-zero chance that you're lying… and there's an even better chance that they tell you as such.
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