For a generation entering the adult workforce in a post-pandemic world, the world of in-person office work can feel like a thing of the past. Remote work is at an all-time high, and for many members of Gen Z, the thought of going into an office five days a week—let alone suiting up in business professional attire to do so, sounds as impossible as owning a home. But, a microtrend known as the “office siren” aesthetic reveals that the idea or at least the look of office work lives in our heads “r…

Nobody likes a pusher

If a manager is nice, people are more inclined to put up with a bad job than to continue with a wonderful job and a terrible boss. That is to say, the day, the month, and the year are determined by the leadership of the company. The story below is an account of a frustrated employee. The original poster (OP) worked for a water corporation as a repairman for over twenty-five years. One week out of every month, OP has to be available for after-hours emergency repairs. Therefore, the story begins…

Parents will go to any lengths to ensure the happiness, safety, and security of their children. But is there ever a limit you should never cross when it comes to your children? The story below is an account of a bewildered employee. For a lengthy duration, the original poster (OP) was employed by a large children's play facility. However, nothing could have prepared him for the entitled mother in the following story, who insisted on allowing her six-year-old son to play around the newborn play…

You have to follow business etiquette if you want to progress in your field. But are you willing to give up your morals in order to gain the favor of others around you? The story that follows is from a frustrated coworker. The original poster (OP) shares his experience handling a challenging coworker. OP works at a large hospital. Recently, OP decided to host a baby shower for a coworker who is heavily pregnant. However, instead of expressing gratitude for all the time, money, and effort that w…

Is that a thing?

Awkward

PTO for me, but not for thee

No way in heck

Not so fast buddy

Sorry babe I can't make our wedding

What kind of a question is that?

Heaven knows I'm miserable now

That is $2 too much

Can you have it all?

Couple of pennies and a ball of lint, kid