The team has been working long hours these past few weeks. The extra effort has been taking its toll. People are a little on edge, a little less patient.
I've been helping by listening. I am a neutral party, for a number of reasons. (I'm the "new guy", I'm a programmer and not an economist, and I'm a bit older than most folks.)
A group of us went out to lunch today. It was a "deli run": go out, get some sandwiches, and head back. The group was heading to the food court, but one person wasn't happy with that choice. I accompanied them to a local pizza place, letting the other folks head to the food court. It gave the one person an opportunity to vent. It was mild venting, but probably needed.
My job is to be part of the team, not simply a "hired gun" specialist. I think I achieved that today.
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