I don't feel that it's the same thing here. I do agree that if someone is unhappy a decent manager should find out why and do what can be done to change it. Ho

I don't feel that it's the same thing here. I do agree that if someone is unhappy a decent manager should find out why and do what can be done to change it. However, I see someone sitting back for six years without offering any input on improvements or anything, just literally collecting a cheque and doing nothing as not being efficient or showing motivation for the company. I agree, it shows he's smart, though he doesn't show commitment in my opinion, which is why I wouldn't justify a promotion. That's just my thoughts on the matter.