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Good work is appreciated with more work
‘Good work is appreciated with more work’: Man warns employees about workplace ‘trap’
‘Good work is appreciated with more work’: Man warns employees about workplace ‘trap’
A man warned that being too efficient at work could become a trap and urged employees to set clear boundaries.
Published on: Aug 30, 2026, 06:36:52 IST By Mahipal Singh Chouhan Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy link A man has sparked a discussion online after sharing a candid take on how consistently delivering high-quality work can sometimes result in employees being burdened with even more responsibilities. In a video posted on Instagram, the man, identified as Cheema, argued that competence in the workplace can unexpectedly become a “punishment” when managers begin relying heavily on their most efficient employees. A man shared why being too good at work could become a “trap”. (Instagram/harrycheema.ig) (Also read: ‘Hard workers only get more work’: Man shares 14 ‘toxic’ workplace habits he says actually work)‘Good work is appreciated with more work’
Sharing his thoughts in the video, Cheema said, "Friend, if you do your work with complete honesty and deliver 100% good quality, maybe no one has told you this, but it can turn into a punishment for you. Good work is appreciated with more work! It's a strange thing, but when you do your work well, the other person trusts that you do a great job. After that, they give you even more work because no one else is delivering the kind of quality you do." He further claimed that employees who are perceived as dependable can eventually end up handling the workload of colleagues who deliberately avoid taking responsibility. "And the other person who doesn't want to work, their work gets handed to you as well. You know what their theory is? “Play dumb, and the next person will do the work.” You end up being treated like a workhorse, loaded with one task after another, while other people around you are just sitting back and enjoying. But because you are so efficient and do your work so well, you just get given more work," he said.Advice on setting boundaries
Cheema then urged employees to recognise their limits and avoid allowing efficiency to result in an unhealthy workload. "Learn to set boundaries. Do only as much work as is healthy for you, so that extra work isn't dumped on you. If you feel like this is happening, tone down your work a little. Know your value, and play it smart." The text overlaid on the clip read, "Stop being too good at everything. Its a trap" The video was shared with the caption: "Do good work. Know your worth. Set your boundaries. Because your competence should buy you freedom, not just a bigger workload" Watch the clip here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cheema | Rides and Real Talks (@harrycheema.ig)Internet users relate
The video struck a chord with social media users, many of whom said they had experienced similar situations at work. One user wrote, "This is painfully accurate." Another commented, "Setting boundaries at work is so important." A third user added, "Efficiency should not become a punishment." Echoing the sentiment, another person wrote, "Hard workers will relate to every word." (Also read: Hyderabad Amazon employee shares ‘10 things never to share’ at work: 'Oversharing can derail your career') Speaking with HT.com, Cheema said the video was ultimately meant to highlight the importance of maintaining good mental health at work. He added that knowing when to set boundaries and avoid taking on excessive workload can help people protect their well-being without compromising on the quality of their work. (Disclaimer: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.) ABOUT THE AUTHOR Mahipal Singh Chouhan Mahipal Singh Chouhan is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times Digital, with nearly five years of experience in digital journalism and content production. His work primarily focuses on offbeat and trending stories that reflect everyday experiences and evolving conversations on the internet. He has consistently worked on transforming viral content and human interest stories into structured news pieces that engage readers while maintaining editorial clarity. At Hindustan Times, Mahipal contributes to identifying and developing stories emerging from social media trends, online communities, and real-world incidents that capture public attention. His approach involves adding context and journalistic perspective to fast-moving digital narratives, helping present viral moments in a clear and reader-friendly format suited for digital audiences. Before joining Hindustan Times Digital, he was associated with DNA India, where he gained experience in newsroom workflows and digital storytelling practices. Mahipal holds a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from the Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies, Delhi. He is particularly interested in tracking emerging trends and understanding how online conversations evolve into broader public discussions. His work reflects a focus on accuracy, readability, and relevance in the rapidly changing digital news environment. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Mahipal takes an interest in history and sports and regularly works on improving his general knowledge, which complements his curiosity as a media professional.Read More Work Place Work Life Employee Productivity Burnout Career Jobs Discover the latest Trending News, viral videos, social media stories and unusual events from India and around the world. Stay updated with the topics everyone is talking about. Home/Trending/‘Good Work Is Appreciated With More Work’: Man Warns Employees About Workplace ‘trap’ See LessA man has sparked a discussion online after sharing a candid take on how consistently delivering high-quality work can sometimes result in employees being burdened with even more responsibilities. In a video posted on Instagram, the man, identified as Cheema, argued that competence in the workplace can unexpectedly become a “punishment” when managers begin relying heavily on their most efficient employees.
(Also read: ‘Hard workers only get more work’: Man shares 14 ‘toxic’ workplace habits he says actually work)
He further claimed that employees who are perceived as dependable can eventually end up handling the workload of colleagues who deliberately avoid taking responsibility.
"And the other person who doesn't want to work, their work gets handed to you as well. You know what their theory is? “Play dumb, and the next person will do the work.” You end up being treated like a workhorse, loaded with one task after another, while other people around you are just sitting back and enjoying. But because you are so efficient and do your work so well, you just get given more work," he said.
Learn to set boundaries. Do only as much work as is healthy for you, so that extra work isn't dumped on you. If you feel like this is happening, tone down your work a little. Know your value, and play it smart.
The text overlaid on the clip read, "Stop being too good at everything. Its a trap"
The video was shared with the caption: "Do good work. Know your worth. Set your boundaries. Because your competence should buy you freedom, not just a bigger workload"
Watch the clip here:
A third user added, "Efficiency should not become a punishment." Echoing the sentiment, another person wrote, "Hard workers will relate to every word."
(Also read: Hyderabad Amazon employee shares ‘10 things never to share’ at work: 'Oversharing can derail your career')
Speaking with HT.com, Cheema said the video was ultimately meant to highlight the importance of maintaining good mental health at work. He added that knowing when to set boundaries and avoid taking on excessive workload can help people protect their well-being without compromising on the quality of their work.
(Disclaimer: This report is based on user-generated content from social media. HT.com has not independently verified the claims and does not endorse them.)
Source: HindustanTimes
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