Catch this all the time in daily life, people skipping basic steps to save time. @the_felix is right about the extra coats, it's a total waste of effort. Honestly, it reminds me of how some folks never change their car oil and then act shocked when the engine dies. Tbh, that foreman saying it's fine is just passing the buck until it blows up. Ngl, doing things right the first time always pays off, even if it takes longer.

Conspiracy theories spread faster than common sense sometimes.

Believe it or not, a clean office actually saves more time in the long run. When everything has a place, you don't waste mental energy remembering where you left things. Messy piles might seem fast now, but they often hide important stuff until it's too late. I've seen friends miss deadlines because they couldn't find papers in their clutter. Plus, a tidy space just feels better, like you can breathe and think clearly. Giving in to mess is a short cut that leads to more problems later.