Invasion of the Dims

At MegaCorp we have a lot of dim people. That's to be expected. The shame is that not only do management support and encourage them; actually in many cases the Dilbert principle has applied en masse and a whole phalanx of Dims now infest middle management.

Dimness has acquired significant evolutionary pressure. Being a Dim has advantages at MegaCorp, and by recruiting more Dims and thus not being challenged in any way, a Dimclimber can increase your salary and raise your prospects of raising more Dim children. Who of course can come to work at MegaCorp at a later date, if all the jobs haven't been moved by then to third-world locations like Mexico and Barcelona.

Non-Dims have to raise their game. Dim-mimickry is essential, but luckily that's straightforward - simply turn up unprepared for the wrong meeting and fail to notice either mistake. Spout off at every opportunity, and only draw breath when you hear the chorus of beeps as everyone else disconnects to marvel at your most excellent Dimness. Other non-Dims may call you funny names; they just don't understand.

Dim-appeasing is also helpful in the short term. Simply preen the egos of Dims until they go away happy. Dims like to be groomed. This is recommended for non-Dims who don't like to rock the boat, but there is a significant risk that the non-Dim may acquire Dim characteristics over time.

Dim-baiting is not encouraged, however enjoyable.