Max Whitehead: Is it always the squeaky wheel that gets the oil?

Update: 2025-09-07

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There are two different types of employees - one who stays low profile, gets what they need to get done, done, and goes home.

Then there's the other, who complains about anything they feel inconveniences them.

Is it true that the squeaky wheel get the grease? Or is this a great way to get yourself ruled out when it comes to opportunities and promotions?

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