Sam thought he had landed his dream job. A fancy office, a gym downstairs, free dinners after 7 PM, even laundry service. “They really take care of us,” he used to say.
But soon, he noticed he was never home for dinner. His extra suit in the office was being used more than the one in his closet. Unlimited time off sounded great—until he realized no one ever actually took it. They were too afraid to.
The gym was always full… at midnight. The daycare was packed—not because it was convenient, but because parents barely saw their children before they fell asleep. Free dinner wasn’t a perk—it was a sign they never expected him to leave.
One day, staring at his untouched laundry bag, Sam understood: this company didn’t want employees—they wanted lives that revolved around them.
“Perks aren’t always kindness,” he thought. “Sometimes they’re chains, disguised as comfort.”
