Employment
Parents Calling Teen 'Lazy' For Getting 2 Jobs To Fund College Spark Fury
"Be wary of your parents, they clearly do not have your best interests at heart."
Why You Should Ask Your Employer About Micro-Upskilling
The solution to the current skills shortage and 'The Great Resignation' could be simpler than we think according to experts.
Woman Says She Was Denied Job for Not Putting NSFW Name on Application
The woman said the company required all candidates to spell their names backward as part of its application process.
Job Applicant's 20-Word Resume Stuns Internet: 'Straight to the Point'
One person joked on Reddit that the applicant must have been "playing hard to get" - but others read between the lines.
It's Time to Right an Injustice at the UN
Emma Reilly, a U.N. human rights officer, noticed her colleagues' acquiescence to what she deemed a dangerous request. She also discovered that the U.N. denies similar requests from other nations, yet continues to make a sole exception for China—despite Beijing's well-documented history of retaliating against human rights activists and their families. Reilly protested and was fired, along with a U.N. judge who has criticized the U.N.'s actions.
DeSantis Entering Realm of 'Orwellian Thought Police': Suspended Prosecutor
Andrew Warren said the Florida governor's decision to suspend him was an "illegal overreach" in an effort to "further his own political ambition."
Company Forcing Staff to Work in an Empty Office to Boost 'Culture' Slammed
"It's like they purposely want to make their employees miserable by making them come in" so the office they paid for is used, one Reddit user said.
Man Says He Was Fired for 'Traitor' Move Against Car Dealership
A milestone moment went wrong after a faithful employee claimed he was fired over a phone call in this viral post.
'Underpaid' Worker's Response to Boss Over $4,000 Mistake Sparks Debate
A sadly common issue has gone viral on Reddit after a user described a less than supportive manager.
Boss Slammed After Firing Worker of Seven Years for 'First Time Being Late'
"Twenty minutes is nothing. How petty of your boss. Life happens," one Redditor said.
Career Coach Slammed for Advising Teens Knock on Strangers' Doors for Jobs
Investor, entrepreneur, and career coach, Sahil Bloom encourages young adults to seek employment by approaching strangers with a cup of coffee.
Man Landing Interview Thanks to Hilarious Resume Has Internet in Stitches
"He's got upper management written all over him," wrote one Reddit user.
How Does a Recession Affect the Average Person?
As is often the case, a recession doesn't affect everyone in the same way.
Barista Hits Back at Starbucks Workers Who Complain About 'Innocent' Orders
"Like yeah you're allowed to complain about your job but I am not the devil for asking you to remove inclusions in my pink drink," one commenter said.
Manager Checking CCTV to Confirm Colleague Is Leaving Early Divides Opinion
"Why are you checking CCTV? Do staff know they are being monitored that way?" asked one commenter on the viral post.
'Steaming Mad' Mom Getting Hairstylist Fired Over Shocking Comment Cheered
"Instead of telling her quietly, he caused a big scene that left Tia in tears," the mother posted on Reddit.
Manager 'Jealous' of Friend Earning a Higher Salary for Similar Job Slammed
Mumsnet users criticized a nursery manager who was "shocked" to be earning "so much less for literally the same job" as a nursery teacher.
Worker Hailed for Quitting Job Over 'Petty' Boss Asking To Reduce Paternity
The majority of fathers in the U.S. who take paid leave take only a week or less, according to a May 2018 study in the Community, Work & Family journal.
Internet Slams Single Mom for Bringing 4-Year-Old Child Into Work
The U.S. has the world's highest rate of children living in single-parent households, according to a December 2019 study by the Pew Research Center.
Fact Check: Is U.S. Unemployment Rate Lowest in 50 Years?
U.S. President Joe Biden has presided over some of the lowest jobless rates in domestic history, but is the latest comparison correct?
Restaurant Worker Fired Via Email From 'Coward' Boss 20 Minutes After Shift
The manager had fist bumped the employee as they clocked out that day, the Redditor said.
Meghan Described as 'Meanest Person I've Ever Met' Over Difficult Ad Shoot
Meghan Markle had "ferocious exchanges" during pre-royal advertising shoots, "was always fed up" and was "super-disagreeable" to the crew, a new biography said.
Worker Applauded for Quitting Over Boss's Response to Family Dog's Death
"Start calling around. You need to get it covered. What's your emergency," the boss initially replied.
Garbageman Works in Kilt Because His Bosses Banned Shorts
A garbageman whose bosses banned him from wearing shorts on "health and safety" grounds recently completed his rounds in a high-visibility kilt in protest.
Boss Slammed for 'Gaslighting' Response to Employee Asking for Raise
Reddit users urged the woman to take the job offer that came with a raise, benefits and bonuses.
Internet Torn Over Boss Denying Worker a Day Off to Attend Daughter's Chemo
The boss explained in a popular post that her son attended the same school as the worker's daughter and claimed she is not ill.
Charles' 2002 Letter Shows Palace Staff Disasters Pre-Date Harry, Meghan
Prince Charles' 2002 letter slamming royal staff who "exercise their pathetic jealousies and vendettas in public" echoes Harry and Meghan's own experiences.
Calls To Boycott Amazon Prime Week To Save Staff From Being 'Stuck at Work'
The calls to boycott come amid an objection hearing for Amazon's bid to overturn an election.
'Didn't You Have Cancer?': Worst Things Bosses Have Said to Their Workers
From making snide remarks about their employees' pay to asking about personal medical history, some bosses have proven to be pretty brutal.
Amazon Slammed for Alleged Photo of 'Dystopian' Motivation Messages
"If you need positive affirmation at your job, then it really sucks," a Reddit user commented.