Work: Today, I was at work, when an elderly lady casually mentioned...

By karmas a kunt - 22/09/2012 00:28 - United States

Today, I was at work, when an elderly lady casually mentioned it was her birthday. I motioned two of my coworkers over, and we sang a little happy birthday to her over the phone. Our boss stormed in mid-song and suspended all three of us on the spot for "unprofessional behavior." FML

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By Anonymous - 03/07/2019 07:00 - Vietnam - Hanoi

Today, it's my birthday and I had to work. My boss wished me a happy birthday, and then told me I was fired. FML

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By pale-suzie - 19/03/2014 12:28 - Denmark - Copenhagen

Today, I was fired over the phone, losing my only source of income. When asked if I was okay, I explained that although I understood why, I was a little peeved they'd chosen my birthday to deliver the message. My - now former - boss then sang "Happy Birthday" to me in its entirety. FML

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By retailshell - 28/01/2015 15:01 - Australia - Perth

Today, I was ringing up a woman at work. I saw she'd bought a birthday cake, so I smiled and said I hoped whoever it was for has a happy birthday. She looked at me in disgust, told me to mind my own business, then called me a "chucklefuck bitch." Okay then. FML

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By lukey101 - 20/07/2023 02:00 - Australia

Today, it’s my birthday. My boss treated me to a day off work, except my mother called at 12:01am drunk as hell screaming, “Happy birthday” down the phone. When I finally fell back asleep, I awoke to my boss asking me to come in after all. FML

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By firedofbirthday - 14/02/2010 00:29 - France

Today, I was fired. Why? Because I called in sick on my daughter's birthday, even though you cannot "abandon work for personal affairs". My boss's favorite employee got to skip work on his wife's birthday two weeks ago. He still works here. FML

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Pulled a sneaky on you

By blank sheep at work - 01/03/2022 09:00 - United States - Richland

Today, I found out that my work threw me a birthday party alongside my coworker’s birthday. Said coworker spread a rumor, telling everyone that I wanted each person to buy me flowers and cake. Everyone thought that I was a weirdo for asking for those things from them. I wasn't at work today. FML

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By Anonymous - 12/05/2023 22:00 - Canada - Windsor

Today, I was at a job interview when my phone started ringing. It was my mom, so I quickly hit "Ignore", which was probably for the best since she was obviously drunk. She left a voicemail in which she sang "Happy Birthday" to me. It's not my birthday. FML

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By hangman - 01/08/2013 18:25 - United Kingdom - London

Today, my boss suspended me for laughing too hard at my desk and causing a big scene in front of our customers. I was laughing because he'd forwarded me a hilarious email. He was practically smirking as he handed me my official warning. FML

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By Anonymous - 05/06/2010 10:36 - United States

Today, it was my co-worker's birthday but she told me not to mention it. Feeling bad for her, I went out to buy her a card, a present, and even a small cake. It turns out that there was actually a party during our lunch break, and I was the only one in our office not invited. FML

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Strauss would've been proud

By Jobless - 26/03/2022 14:00

Today, at a company event, there was a break. The Blue Danube was playing. Bored, I absentmindedly start singing, “My butt is ugly” to the melody. I forgot that my mic was on and the whole auditorium heard. Not only was I sent home, but my boss wants to “discuss” it on Monday at the office. FML

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Canchan 12

Saturday 22 September 2012 5:16

Your boss is a prick . He should've at least let you finish the song .

icecoldwaterr 1

Saturday 22 September 2012 5:18

Forget your boss, but that was really sweet of you especially since it was an elderly lady :)

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perdix 29

Saturday 22 September 2012 5:45

He probably wanted to get rid of you before he was on the hook for royalties to the Hill Sisters. Public performances of "Happy Birthday to You" cost money. Plus, you probably sucked and were scaring the shit out of all the other old farts.

larouche362 10

Monday 24 September 2012 21:43

Finally perdix finally gets thumbed down.

Iknowsomestuff 9

Saturday 22 September 2012 5:51

I can't believe the OP was able to get two other people to join in with just a motion. He is obviously charismatic and well liked. He should look for a job where outside the box customer support is appreciated and rewarded.

devon8823 4

Saturday 22 September 2012 5:57

You should call workers board .

Shadomasta 5

Saturday 22 September 2012 6:00

Sounds like someone never got his birthday wish.

pregnantpianist 2

Saturday 22 September 2012 6:16

gracehi 31

Saturday 22 September 2012 7:22

AH HA! *points finger at 42*

leydia 10

Saturday 22 September 2012 22:25

Definitely sounds like the boss is jealous

pregnantpianist 2

Saturday 22 September 2012 6:06

Sounds like your boss needs to either get laid or needs midol and a snickers. Damn. Chill out, bro. Lol.

Jeffo193 13

Saturday 22 September 2012 6:07

It may appear unprofessional but it's actually something known as "taking the initiative in order to improve your relationship with the customer"...might want to explain this to your idiot boss when you nectar see him ;-)

missunderstanded 5

Saturday 22 September 2012 6:19

that's crazy. who would have thought singing happy birthday can get you suspended. your damned if you do, your damned if you dont

KokiriKid 10

Saturday 22 September 2012 6:27

Well, at least you probably made that woman's day! :)

FML_Elle 17

Saturday 22 September 2012 6:28

Your boss is a dick. I guess wishing him a happy birthday would be considered unprofessional too, so keep that in mind when his birthday comes up.

duckyeah 6

Saturday 22 September 2012 6:31

Your boss should appreciate your kindness! Such a sweet thing of you and your partners. Who knows how many more birthdays this older woman will be able to celebrate!?