Glossing over mundane work
Presenting themselves differently depending on who they’re talking to (outsiders or insiders) can mean that anyone who is not a true insider at the company ends up with a partial or biased view of the work.
The full nature of the work is often glossed over, and that’s a problem for those considering taking one of these jobs.
When they only hear about the gloss, prospective employees end up with false expectations that tend to fuel the cycle of disappointment.
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