Good Bosses Reward Good Workers

I am in for my last day of work before going on a big vacation to Ireland. This is my first big vacation in the two years that I’ve been with this company. I’m talking to my boss about it.

Me: “I’ve found the local versions of [Convenience Store Chain] so I can get my food, and all my coaches between towns are overnight, so I don’t have to pay for a room.”

Boss: “Why are you doing that for your trip?”

Me: “Well, I don’t have a lot of money. I never really pay for hotel rooms or eating out. It’s both a budgeting thing and helps make my trip more adventurous!”

Boss: “Hmm. Oh, that reminds me. You’re being awarded [sizeable bonus] right now.”

Me: “Wait… What?!”

Boss: “Buy a drink on me, and send me a photo.”

After I have recovered from the shock and realize that my boss just threw a bonus at me out of nowhere:

Me: “I’d love to send you a photo, but I don’t have a camera.”

He walked into his office, grabbed one of his nice cameras, and let me borrow it for my trip. It was an amazing trip, and I have an amazing boss!