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To be annoyed that my manager said she “needs more energy” from me?

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ThatTaupeCritic · 09/05/2025 22:59

I’m doing my job well, meeting deadlines and staying professional. But in a recent catch-up, my manager said she “needs more energy” from me. What does that even mean? I’m not in sales or performance - I don’t see how being more “bubbly” affects the quality of my work.

It just rubbed me the wrong way. AIBU to think this kind of feedback is vague and a bit performative?

OP posts:
steff13 · 09/05/2025 23:02

I have no idea what that could mean. Did you ask her for clarification?

UpJacksArseAndRoundTheCorner · 09/05/2025 23:02

What does that even mean?

What did she say it meant in context?