The Squeaking Wheel Gets the Oil
(those who complain the loudest get the most attention)
Hi, Ian. What have you been up to?
Not much. Actually, I've been thinking of moving.
Why's that?
My apartment is a mess. The paint is chipping. There's a leak in the ceiling and the linoleum in the kitchen is cracked. What annoys me the most is that all the other apartments in the building have been completely renovated, except mine.
For heaven's sake! Haven't you learned that the squeaking wheel gets the oil?
Well, I've mentioned the problems to the building manager, but so far nothing has been done.
Maybe you haven't stated your complaints forcefully enough. Remember, those who complain the loudest get the most attention.
renovate = 修理する