Appraisal Quote by Corinne Maier
“In the biggest companies, seek out the most useless positions: those in consultancy, appraisal, research, and study. The more useless your position, the less possible it will be to assess your 'contribution to the firm's assets.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Power of the Powerless, Corinne Maier, 2005
Positions that are vague or intangible make it hard to measure real impact, allowing individuals to hide behind titles.
In simple terms: Useless jobs hide lack of real contribution.
Key Takeaway
Choose roles with clear, measurable outcomes.
Themes
career
corporate culture
measurement
transparency
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
advisory
analytical
When to use this quote
- job hunting
- career planning
- performance reviews
- company restructuring
Key Concepts
organizational design
performance metrics
bureaucracy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure your work adds tangible value?
- What metrics could reveal hidden contributions?
A Different Perspective
Such roles may still be necessary for compliance or strategic insight.
