Seth Godin: Yeah, but he really knows his stuff
He's the first one to point out a minor technical glitch and the last guy to want to get on board with a new program. He hazes first-timers and avoids the people who are actually productive. Or he's the one who can take any metaphor and make it literal, instantly, poking holes in it as he goes.
And of course, he's the one everyone has to tiptoe around, because they know his technical status can sink their initiative.
I think you should fire this person immediately. Okay, maybe give him exactly one warning.via