

3 Startup Ideas: Mouse Jigglers, Employee Monitoring Softwares and Photoshop Copycats
221 snips Jul 12, 2024
Discover the quirky world of mouse jigglers, devices allowing overemployed workers to cheat their way through the day. Dive into the staggering success of a $22M employee monitoring software amidst the rise of 'career polygamists.' Explore the ethical dilemmas around remote work and the vibrant community of the Overemployed subreddit. Get insights into how intentional information consumption can enhance mental health, and enjoy anecdotes about self-driving cars and luxury real estate from a popular Netflix show.
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Overemployed Trend
- During the pandemic, some remote workers, dubbed "ambitious shitheads" by Sam Parr, secretly took on multiple jobs.
- This "overemployed" trend was enabled by remote work, allowing them to work less while earning more.
Mouse Jigglers and Layoffs
- Wells Fargo laid off employees who used "mouse jigglers" and keypad devices to feign activity while working multiple jobs.
- This highlights the rise of employee monitoring software in response to the overemployment trend.
Mouse Jiggler Market
- The market for mouse jigglers and similar devices is larger than expected, indicating a substantial number of overemployed individuals.
- Companies like Hubstaff and Teramind offer employee tracking software, revealing that roughly 7% of their users employ such tactics.