Today, my boss made up a rumor that I was quitting my job so I wouldn't get the promotion that was coming up. There goes that raise I've been wanting for six months. FML
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Halloween
A failed costume, stolen candy and a very real scare: Halloween, the one night when fear is allowed.
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
Today, my boss got a promotion and I got laid off. FML
Today, I found out that when my boss said she was considering bumping me up to full time, she actually meant she was planning on letting me go. Everyone in the office except me knew. FML
Today, my boss found out I had applied for a much better paying job. He told me I'd do a better job and make more money there. Then he fired me. FML
Today, I met with my boss hoping to hear about a possible raise that had been promised many months ago. He then told me that the only way I would get a raise was if I found a better paying job and took it, and that the company was in no position to offer anyone a raise. FML
Today, after three weeks of my boss telling me how much he appreciates my hard work and has submitted my name up for a promotion, he called me into his office to announce I'm being laid off. FML
Today, a reliable source informed me that my suspicions that I would soon be fired were wrong. Instead, my boss plans to make my life miserable until I quit. FML
Today, I found out that my boss, who had promised me a raise, is not promoting me. He says I don't have the right 'vibe' and I'm not 'relaxed' enough for the job. FML
Today, my boss called me into his office. I've been working hard doing extra work so I can get promoted. He called me in to tell me I'm to reliable in my current position, so I won't be moving up. FML
Today, after interviewing for a promotion to a position that was created with me in mind, I eagerly accepted a call from my boss, expecting good news. Turns out, they found a better applicant, who they don't believe will need support from the position I currently hold, so it's being eliminated. FML
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Top comments
josh8215 21
If there's an HR department to take it up with, then make sure you do. That is not acceptable behavior from your boss. Good luck OP. Sometimes the worst people end up in management.
colton_colton 50
Start a rumor about him
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colton_colton 50
Start a rumor about him
moni103 15
I second that
Kielnmsoftly 26
While I would love to personally (I'm not op), I also see that backfiring fast. It'd be best to just try to expose their lying if HR doesn't help OP. I'm sure that no matter what, OP's boss doesn't like them so exposing the truth couldn't hurt but spreading rumors could make you look bad to all the other employees too.
MDoremis 38
I feel like I'm parroting my mother, but, two wrongs don't make a right.
Rkikkas9713 25
Although, three rights make a left!
wwiillmm 12
So that means all OP has to do is spread two rumors about their boss!
Earl_KarmasBitch 36
Start the rumour that your boss started a rumour cause he didn't want you promoted cause you've been doing all his work.
OSMC 10
why do i feel its been far too lomg since i could apply a "you deserved it",well, sucky bosses are all the rage these dayz. start a rumour and a half about him and his boss
Arwen_Evenstar 37
19 - Well in mathematics 2 negatives make a positive. That's close enough.
josh8215 21
If there's an HR department to take it up with, then make sure you do. That is not acceptable behavior from your boss. Good luck OP. Sometimes the worst people end up in management.
WreckeRalph36 18
The worst people usually end up in management. Remember Manager sounds a lot like Onager.
Droix14 7
ain't that the damm truth!
MzZombicidal 36
If you can prove it, take it to HR! It's silly they'd listen to rumors anyways. Good luck, OP! I know how much it sucks to have a cruddy boss. If you can't prove it, I wish you luck on finding a new job because I definitely wouldn't stick around a place like that.
cOOkiEzRgOOd 22
Bring up evidence to the right people and you will still get your raise and a new boss! Get rid of the prick of a boss you have now.
aimbug 42
Take it up with HR. That is both extremely unprofessional and wrong on your boss's part.
Geckosrock99 33
And hopefully it will get OP's boss either fired or demoted. Jobs are for adults, not children. Hope he learns that fast.
Klima_fml 29
Can't you just talk to HR or his boss about it? He shouldn't be able to do that, considering he wouldn't have a two weeks notice or anything from you, you should be fine.
diagnosed 15
as a business administration accounting with HR major, I would seriously take it to your HR manager of your company and sit down and have a nice long conversation without your current boss present. And potentially talk to his boss. this type of thing is very unethical for him to have done. It's also a very bad move to make. And shows how petty he is. definitely talk to your HR manager
lexiieeex3 32
Why the hell would he do that? If he's your boss isn't he in charge of either recommending you for it giving you a promotion?
Miss_Chevious 37
Douchebag level : infinite
diagnosed 15
not very sure why people are not liking my advice. I am currently going to school for this type of stuff. I have just finished an ethics class in this case clearly violates ethics to the extreme. Talking to the personnel manager or HR manager is a perfectly logical step to take. Most companies have a open door policy where employee can talk to a higher boss without fear of retribution. When I graduate I plan on being a good manager. And not being as crooked as this person was
lexiieeex3 32
It's because you sound like a pompous ass and are just reiterating what's been said before you.
MzZombicidal 36
#14, I completely disagree with you and also think that comment was uncalled for. I believe that #11's giving some very helpful advice. It's always good to be completely sure or at least get advice when it comes to negative situations with your higher-ups.