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I’ve seen them become unfashionable over the past few years. Is it the implied individualism that gives these words “terrible company” associations?

Is there a good word for an experienced person who is better at shutting the door and working through problems rather that doing things in a team?

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No, it’s the implied treating your employees as children who value “totally zany” job titles rather than respect, meaningful work and compensation. It shows either lack of professionalism or malicious “how can we fool those code monkeys” intent. Just use descriptive job titles.

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