On the other hand, my heart resisted. Despite the numerous “Sirs” in my vocabulary, I couldn’t muster genuine respect for someone simply because they demanded it. Respect is a two-way street, and unfortunately, this one-way “Sir” street didn’t lead to a place of mutual admiration.
Why “Sir” Isn’t Necessary: Embracing Mutual Respect in the Workplace Over my 13+ years in the industry, I’ve had the pleasure of working under some fantastic bosses and seniors who never once …Over my 13+ years in the industry, I’ve had the pleasure of working under some fantastic bosses and seniors who never once insisted on being called “Sir.” These leaders understood that respect and collaboration are built through actions, not titles. However, every now and then, I stumbled into a “Sir Zone,” where it felt like I was in a real-life episode of Downton Abbey.Picture this: I’m at my desk, and I hear myself saying, “Good morning, Sir. Can I have a moment of your time, Sir? I need your help with this project, Sir. Thank you, Sir!” It was a “Sir-symphony” that didn’t end there — it echoed through every form of communication.Emails, Slack, WhatsApp, Teams, and even emergency messages became filled with “Sirs.” Imagine sending a quick text like, “Server is down, Sir,” and getting a reply, “Is it really down, Sir?” I started wondering if my job was to fix bugs or to chant “Sir” all day long!
