Today, my boss admitted that he seriously regrets hiring me, but can't really do anything about it because that would make the senior management question his judgment, making him look bad. So he's just 'putting up' with me. FML
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Fall
Dead leaves, the first cold of the season and an umbrella flipped inside out: fall, the season of grace.
Today, I overheard my boss stressing out over finding a replacement for me. I didn't know I was leaving. FML
Today, I found out that mishearing my boss and laughing at what I thought he said can make him think I'm high and nearly force me to submit to a drug test. FML
Today, I was put on notice at work due to my "anger problem." Apparently, sighing in a meeting means you'll be labeled as someone with a short temper. However, the creepy stalker guy is on the fast track to management. FML
Today, my boss made me work a longer shift than usual. Not because he needed me in, but just so I'd finish at the same time as his brat of a son, and give him a lift home. FML
Today, my boss fired me for being "too morally ambiguous". I work at a bagel shop and had told a customer that I was indifferent towards cream cheese. FML
Today, I was fired for having a haircut that was 'inappropriate for the workplace'. I have alopecia. My boss told me to stop making up excuses. FML
Today, while battling a severe flu, I was forced to come to work by my manager. Upon arrival, I discovered that a colleague he likes who should be covering for me is out today. The reason? Her shoes hurt. FML
Today, my company was having a huge party so I went to work dressed in my best outfit. During lunch break, my boss said to me, "You really missed out on something yesterday, it was great fun!" FML
Today, I finally put the finishing touches to a huge project after 8 months of gruelling work. My boss had used the promise of a 5-figure bonus to motivate me. When I casually brought the bonus up later in the day, my boss just said, "Gratitude's its own reward, Mike." FML
Today, I was told it was inconvenient for me to take lunch breaks, because someone else has to answer the phones and no one else wants to actually do any work. FML
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airdude25 18
Work harder then you ever have before and show him you are a valuable asset to the company!
danceinconverse 25
Try to record him saying that, and whatever you do, don't give him any reason to fire you. That way if he tries, you have proof he doesn't have a legitimate reason.
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airdude25 18
Work harder then you ever have before and show him you are a valuable asset to the company!
danceinconverse 25
Try to record him saying that, and whatever you do, don't give him any reason to fire you. That way if he tries, you have proof he doesn't have a legitimate reason.
kklamou 11
Some states (mine for example NC) do not have to have a reason to fire you. They can fire you simply because they don't like your shoes. Lots of states are like this.
InfiniteSunshine 32
This says it's in Pakistan, not the United States, so the rules are different. I don't know a lot about Pakistan employment law, but generally, I believe it requires a written outline stating explicit and specific reasons for the termination. Although, the reasons can be complicated, and whether the firing is "reasonable," or "fair," can vary because of different interpretations.
dkane 12
It is possible that there is a legitimate reason to fire OP, but if he does they will question why he hired them.
tomvertigo 17
Or he does have a legitimate reason. I doubt OPs boss just regrets it for no reason. Maybe OP is a bad employee?
UserError94 18
Ehh kind of a dick thing to say on his part, but maybe you should have a little more work ethic.
Dick_diamond 22
Just how bad of a worker are you??
Moskaaa7 26
He shouldn't have said it like that. But maybe see it as an opportunity to improve the way you work!
A1NoSauce 17
Well... Look on the bright side, OP. You aren't fired and if what your boss is saying is true then you won't have to worry about being fired for some time?
Magnoxidans 19
Perhaps ask him what he has issues with specifically and what you can do to change his mind?
frankmz 17
Try to find some strengths at your position and build on them, then your weaknesses/flaws won't be obvious or you might even get rid of them. Then will you become a valuable asset to your company and boss.
Yuso_Yagari 9
Sounds like you should Git Gud
izzajaneful 24
Time to look for a new job. This guy will take the first excuse he can to fire you.