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By Anon - 13/03/2014 00:11 - United States - Greensburg

Today, I started my first job as a power line technician. My boss's first words to me were, "I have a good feeling about you, kid!" That would've been great if he hadn't said, "Although, the last time I had a good feeling, the guy died." right afterwards. FML

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By Anonymous - 25/10/2019 12:00 - Australia - Perth

Today, it was my first day of work at my new job. I got dressed and arrived early, only to find out that the store had closed due to a power outage. Then I found out that the person who'd hired me had totally forgotten about hiring me anyway. FML

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By jobless - 06/11/2014 02:03 - United States - San Francisco

Today, for the first time since I can remember, I went in to work feeling positive, and that I could make good things happen. At the end of the day, my employment was terminated. FML

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By :( - 06/06/2013 23:37 - United States

Today, at my new job at a funeral home, my boss threatened to fire me if I didn't "lighten the hell up" while dealing with our grieving clients. FML

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By TacoMan32 - 06/12/2016 04:26 - Canada

Today, after months of unemployment, I finally started at a new job. The building burnt down on my very first shift. FML

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By Anonymous - 26/10/2010 00:22 - United States

Today, I went to my first day of work in over 2 years. As I approached the boss, he asked me what my name was. Turned out they hired the wrong person. FML

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By Anonymous - 22/04/2013 23:37 - Australia - Mona Vale

Today, I walked out of a job interview feeling confident because I'd really hit it off with the interviewer. He called me an hour later to tell me that I didn't get the job, since he was afraid we'd "get along too well and never get any work done." FML

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By piece of crap car - 04/01/2017 06:27 - United States - Portland

Today, I was supposed to start my first day of work at my dream job. However, my car had other plans and refused to start. When I called my boss to tell him I was going to be late, he told me not to come in at all and fired me on the spot. FML

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By Anonymous - 22/08/2015 06:58 - United States - Cadillac

Today, I showed up to my new job early, hoping to impress my new boss. When he arrived, he walked by me and muttered, "Fucking tryhard." FML

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By Greenskies - This FML is from back in 2015 but it's good stuff - France - Corneilla-del-vercol

Today, I was talking to my boss at the end of an awesome internship. He said he was really satisfied with my work, and that he had considered hiring me. Turns out he decided not to because I smile too much, and it freaks him out. FML

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By Anonymous - 07/05/2014 20:57 - India - Kundan

Today, my boss was fired by the board. A few days ago, he dropped several strong hints that he was going to promote me soon. FML

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theonecasey 27

Thursday 13 March 2014 7:40

Be safe!

ThatFancyPenn 18

Thursday 13 March 2014 7:41

"On another note, welcome to the crew!"

Comments

sdroze1389 31

Thursday 13 March 2014 7:47

let me know if you need help finding a quality life insurance policy.

ihaveasushicat 24

Thursday 13 March 2014 7:51

Grats on the new job. Just be extra careful and good luck :)

FMLworthy5000 21

Thursday 13 March 2014 7:51

Just hope it isn't jinxed

boredgirl123 11

Thursday 13 March 2014 8:00

Well, he's a ray of sunshine isn't he?

skychu 18

Thursday 13 March 2014 8:03

It was probably a joke, like a hazing

Neoking 4

Friday 14 March 2014 2:35

Nah, people die on the job of a power line technician. Lots of amps!!

EpicSquishii 21

Thursday 13 March 2014 8:03

My boss probably would have done that on purpose, he's a real joker. I'll bet yours is just being awkward for the fun of it. Make a joke and move on with your job. Of course, make sure you keep in mind all of the safety regulations as well. :)

rkdstp1995 25

Thursday 13 March 2014 8:11

have fun with that job...

mbuck87 19

Thursday 13 March 2014 8:25

Haha just hazing the new guy! Take in your stride OP and they will respect you for it

tranced_ 45

Thursday 13 March 2014 8:27

well that escalated quickly..

EmmaMK 35

Thursday 13 March 2014 8:28

Shocking! Seriously, it sounds like a welcome and a be safe greeting. So you should feel welcomed and remember that the job has dangers if you're not focused.