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Nearly half of US frontline retail employees and two-thirds of frontline managers say they are thinking about leaving their jobs in the next few months.

If you're wondering why the numbers are so high, you've probably never worked in the industry. And if you're nodding in approval, saying "Good for them," you're definitely a seasoned vet.

Probably nothing illustrates why these folks are so disillusioned better than the subreddit 'Retail Hell.' This place unites 93,000 members, who go there to vent about their entitled customers, toxic bosses, work conditions, and every other problem that they face on a regular basis.

So we at Bored Panda once again decided to feature some of the sub's most popular recent posts and give these tired voices the stage that they deserve.

#1

We've Had These Kind Of Karens Right

We've Had These Kind Of Karens Right

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Billy Harrelson
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We Christians have a term for people like that: Holy Rollers. They praise and worship the Son of God who promoted peace on Sunday and then immediately after go and berate retail and service workers Monday-Saturday. Remember, too, it was people like this that got blue laws repealed and then question why all these workers aren't in church.

Daniel Heys
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Fake Christians fr The Bible says to treat people the way you want to be treated and this is definitely not what they are doing!

Glenn Schroeder
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's unfortunate that too many people who claim to be Christians give Christians a bad name.

Steve Robert
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And, afterwards, we'll go to the Magat ralley and prostrate ourselves before a liar, thief, and adulterer.

Hedonism Bot
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The more someone brags about following the word of God, the less likely they are to care about the moral principles that actually matter.

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... within the christian religion, you can be assured that there's no such thing as holy ethics or god-given values to respect or any of that that exceeds blind obedience. He may talk about peace and stuff a few times, but that's more than just outweighed by his habit of genocide. If somebody talks about their "christian moral", you can be sure that they either don't have any moral, or that they derived it from a serious source and re-christianized it afterwards. Usually, those having an actually appliable set of ethics that they claim to have derived from being a christian, follow an ideology like humanism, which the church never supported in the first place, let alone that demon called Jahwe from the old testament. The new one ... I spare you of my rant here ... it's even worse, it's a lot of words for claiming that scapegoatery is the holiest of ethics there ever was or can be.

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Gardener of Weeden
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Son and I are considering making a tradition of going out with the "church" crowd ... so one worker gets smiles kindness and a 25% tip. We went out last Sunday, the poor lady was miserable. I really hope her day got better.

Danish Susanne
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just one smile can make your day, so I am sure she felt better after your visit.

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Scott Rackley
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Friend's father owned two restaurants. They didn't open till 4pm on Sundays. For just this reason. Always said he neither needed nor wanted their money.

Ima Manimal
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Around here, the “church crowd” is the absolute worst. They pull 5 tables together. Run the wait staff ragged. Camp out for hours. Demand all separate checks, and don’t tip.

Leanne Hailes
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

After I treat my waitress like s**t I go to the grocery store and treat my cashier like s**t too.

Tiddlez
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Y'know, for some kind and forgiving Christians, they sure are the most hateful people I have ever met

Skye Ragsdale
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I always made sure to have lots to take care of in the stockroom 11-1 on Sundays

AngelWingsYT
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Work at the movies tickets are 8.50 from 10-6. Sunday ppl b***h the most about the price and complain they can't use their TUESDAY free ticket on the movie. Also twice I got the "believe in god" fake tip from them. Coworker got a person trying to use it as actual cash

Erica Cochrane
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

so damn true. the church beside my work had some of the worst people. i always said it was like they'd confessed their sins for the week and that meant they could start again with gusto. honestly, every single person at that church were horrible bar this one family who were an absolute delight! luckily there was a big arguement within the church congregation, everyone stopped going and went to different churches, and it's been all good since. there's a new congregation, and they are a lot nicer! thank goodness!

Nunya Biznaz
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

FACTS!!!! 💯💯💯💯Sundays are the absolute WORST in hospitality and its mostly church goers 🙄

drew p
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I worked at a gas station years ago and dreaded Sunday morning customers.

April Pickett
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think a lot of churchies think the same. They've done their part attending once-a-week service, now let's get back to being our over-indulged selves and creating discord wherever we go.

GlamourGhoul
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sunday lunch was the absolute worst, and by the time it calmed down it was just in time for a 30 minute cry/scream in the walk-in before dinner rush!

Susan Bosse
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Some of the worst people on the planet. I hated servicing AND managing on Sunday lunch shifts.

Colleen Glim
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Pious for an hour on Sunday. Absolute evil the remainder of the week

Enlee Jones
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ask anyone in the restaurant business who the worst customers are and they will all say the church people.

Robert D
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Haven't served a table in years, but the church crowd still gives me chills. And makes me angry. A-holes.

Suede
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ha! You think they leave the parking lot BEFORE being a c**t? Dream on!

Gabriele Alfredo Pini
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The pastors should do a round of the coffees and restaurants with a good stick...

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Come on now. I'm sure it's not just people who go to church. Go pick on some other crud bags for a change.

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    Truth For Most Of Us In Retail!!!!

    Truth For Most Of Us In Retail!!!!

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    Agfox
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a relative who's meditated for 30+ years, she'd kill to reach the same level of calm & inner peace that produce guy seems to be at

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    The reason why these memes are so popular on the internet is quite simple. According to McKinsey & Company, around 20 percent of US employees—or approximately 31 million people—work in the retail and hospitality sector.

    That is roughly 9 million more employees than in each of the two next-largest industries (the public sector and professional and business services).

    #3

    If You've Ever Had To Hold Your Tongue, You Know This

    If You've Ever Had To Hold Your Tongue, You Know This

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    But this sector faces a much more serious retention challenge than any other.

    The quit rate in US retail and hospitality is outpacing the overall US quit rate by more than 70 percent.

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    Frontline retail employees are recognizing that they have more employment options—and more tools to access them—than ever before.

    #6

    Be Patient

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    WindySwede
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They wouldn't last one day in a place like that, if they even can't stand the wait?

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    #7

    The Peolpe We Love To Hate

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    Jeremy James
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I used to work in a coffee shop with an older lady who didn't take c**p from anyone. One time, a customer came angrily marching back to the bar and said, "Excuse me!? This ISN'T what I ordered!" She looked at the name clearly written on the cup and asked, "Are you Michael?" He huffed, "No!" She exploded, "Then why you take Michael drink!? Jeremy, you deal with him, he crazy!" I loved her so much.

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    #8

    It Would Keep Things Interesting

    It Would Keep Things Interesting

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    Šimon Špaček
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Murder is little bit too far, but pepper spray would work. One pepper spray per year. If you don't use it somehow, you can transfer it to the next year, up to five years in a row. You can pepper spray customer on behalf of another employee.

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    #9

    Please, God, Nooooooo

    Please, God, Nooooooo

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    Despite that, retail sales in the US, which are adjusted for seasonal swings but not inflation, rose 0.6% in August, the Commerce Department reported Thursday. That’s a slightly faster pace than July’s revised 0.5% gain and marks the fifth straight month of growth. It’s also way higher of economists’ expectation of a 0.2% increase.

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    #12

    Respect The Basics

    Respect The Basics

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    100% Spot On

    100% Spot On

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    Jo pay me more
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have to laugh. So many times I hear "Please put your items in the bagging area" when, in fact, the poor customers have done exactly that. They take them off, same message, they put them back on, same message. So they stand, confused, taking them off and putting them back on. Same message. Finally they stand there defeated, confused and demoralised until a member of staff releases them from their robotic nightmare.

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    "August retail sales picked up steam as consumers kept spending, though categories like furniture and home furnishings saw a drop," Bob Phibbs, aka The Retail Doctor, told Bored Panda in an email.

    "No matter how much we're being told a recession is 'just around the corner,' people still want to go out, meet [others], and discover what is new."

    #14

    I See The Signs In Every Retail Store And On Every Public Transport In My City Now

    I See The Signs In Every Retail Store And On Every Public Transport In My City Now

    It’s honestly [messed] up that people have become so vile to workers over the last few years that these are needed. And ofc the signs do nothing, people still say whatever they want to your face anyways

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    Tams21
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The signs are better than nothing but what's really needed is management to have to guts to kick out misbehaving customers. They might lose a customer but it means loads to workers who are constantly abused. They might also find that happier workers are more productive workers.

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    #15

    This Happens Almost Daily

    This Happens Almost Daily

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    #16

    All Of This Requires Effort!

    All Of This Requires Effort!

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    Agfox
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Effort doesn't require effort? I've been doing it wrong my entire life, apparently

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    #17

    Oh You Poor Little, Naive Lamb

    Oh You Poor Little, Naive Lamb

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    Michael P (Perthaussieguy)
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've worked in retail for over 20 years. I'm now a self employed contractor and today I was replacing a display unit behind a newsagents counter. The young lass handling the customers was awesome. Cheerful, polite, smiling, she was enjoying herself. I made sure to tell the manager I thought she was awesome before i left. It took maybe 10 seconds, if that. I hope he told her my feedback too. It makes a huge difference for someone to be recognised as doing their job well.

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    "What I'm seeing?" the internationally recognized business strategist and customer service expert asked rhetorically.

    "One-person coverage that was needed as the pandemic waned is now the norm. Customer service suffers and store refresh between rushes never happens."

    #19

    This Is Just Working Retail Right?

    This Is Just Working Retail Right?

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    #20

    When A Customer Tries The "I'm Never Shopping Here Again" Card

    When A Customer Tries The "I'm Never Shopping Here Again" Card

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    #21

    Can You At Least Check For Me!!

    Can You At Least Check For Me!!

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    Paul Gerrard
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes there is a special shelf out the back where the one remaining packet will be stored for that one customer who asks.

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    Phibbs, who also released the book The Retail Doctor's Guide to Growing Your Business, said companies need to hire more people than they think they need.

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    "Pay as much as it takes to get people who won't quit on day 1 and can think on their feet," he added.

    #22

    Min Wage

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    Tams21
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a good point. You might need no (or few) qualifications to start in retail or service, years of experience definitely makes a person a skilled worker (in Germany there are qualifications for retail workers and servers that take years to get). They should be paid as such!

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    #23

    “Why Isn’t It Taking My Bills” // “I Asked For Cash Back, Why Isn’t It Giving Me The Money” // Actual Things That Were Said When The Machine Looked Like This

    “Why Isn’t It Taking My Bills” // “I Asked For Cash Back, Why Isn’t It Giving Me The Money” // Actual Things That Were Said When The Machine Looked Like This

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    A Friendly Reminder

    A Friendly Reminder

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    General Anaesthesia
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Human Resources, like natural resources, are there to be exploited in corporate processes and the waste products disposed of as cheaply as possible.

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    #25

    What In The World

    What In The World

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    Tams21
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So over one comment (which was probably exaggerated anyway) the customer goes onto the dark web, finds out deeply personal information which might actually explain why the worker had a bad day and displays it in public. With a message to *him* to choose kindness. What the actual f**k.

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    But while we're still waiting for that to happen, fire up our earlier publication on the subreddit, called 40 Pics From “Retail Hell,” A Place Where Retail Workers Come Together And Support Each Other.

    It's just as good as this one!

    #26

    Even Worse Is When It Is A Group Of 5-6

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    Thank For The Support

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    MsLou
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That happened to me when I worked at Macy's! These two women were being so disrespectful because I wasn't folding their clothes fast enough and this little old lady came up and ripped them apart for being mean. I'll never forget her!

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    Life In Customer Service

    Life In Customer Service

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    FahQ
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    1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's terrible how people in retail are treated. The fact that they are forced to serve you to survive does not make them less than human.

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    #29

    Working In A Supermarket Be Like

    Working In A Supermarket Be Like

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    #30

    "It's Says Remove Card, What Do I Do?"

    "It's Says Remove Card, What Do I Do?"

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    #31

    It's Amazing How Many People Are Too Stupid To Read Signs

    It's Amazing How Many People Are Too Stupid To Read Signs

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    Jccaidc
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Management needs to train the staff to at least be familiar of different sections of the store.

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    #32

    Boomer Customers

    Boomer Customers

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    Angi
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It was never the boomers that blew up on me at work it was always people younger then me and I'm 40

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    #33

    Honestly

    Honestly

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    FahQ
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    1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I once had a customer ask me how many rolls of paper towels usually come in an 8 pack.

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    #34

    How?!?!? Whoever Did This I'd Like To Meet You In The Parking Lot, Just To Talk I Promise

    How?!?!? Whoever Did This I'd Like To Meet You In The Parking Lot, Just To Talk I Promise

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    Marley Nachi
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    copics are like the holy grail of art materials, such disrespect :(

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    #35

    New Hires

    New Hires

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    Lady Vader
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love the enthusiasm of new starters, puts me in a good mood. Genuine, not sarcasm. 😊

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    #37

    The Writers Really Nailed Wha

    The Writers Really Nailed Wha

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    Angi
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do you have a restroom? Do you see the giant sign that says restroom?

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    #38

    Customer Induced Insomnia

    Customer Induced Insomnia

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    Oh I Forgot To Get

    Oh I Forgot To Get

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    Casey Payne
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And they find something else, but don't have enough money for everything and they have to put 3 items back. With attitude. No, you are not allowed to hit them. I've asked.

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    #42

    I'm Just A Fan

    I'm Just A Fan

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    #43

    Funny How They Act Different Towards The Managers

    Funny How They Act Different Towards The Managers

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    Tammilee Truitt
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How many times have I starred in this scenario. Also, being the elder of a pizza store staff, I'd witness customers giving absolute hell to teens. I'd siddle up beside the kid and watch the a*****e customer transform into a kitten, just because I walked up.

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    Am Accurate Representation Of Retail

    Am Accurate Representation Of Retail

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    Angi
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't forget the the cheap pizza party that never has enough food

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    #45

    That Hasn’t Actually Happened I’m Just Picturing It

    That Hasn’t Actually Happened I’m Just Picturing It

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    Be Here. You're Essential

    Be Here. You're Essential

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    Angi
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I made it to work during a blizzard only for nobody to be there. They forgot to call and tell me they were closed. I never went to work when it snowed again

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    #49

    When Customers Are Like 'Can You Check The Warehouse?' Like Sure But You'll Be Waiting Ages And I Doubt I'll Find It

    When Customers Are Like 'Can You Check The Warehouse?' Like Sure But You'll Be Waiting Ages And I Doubt I'll Find It

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    #53

    Broken Promises

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    Cyber Returns
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think the bigger threat would be if they said "I'm coming back every day from now on"

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    #54

    The Customer Is Always Right

    The Customer Is Always Right

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    Luke Branwen
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Okay, but the quote was originally "The customer is always right, IN THE MATTER OF TASTE". That means no matter what ridiculous stuff they buy, let them buy it since it's still a profit. It was NOT meant to excuse worker abuse.

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    #55

    Yup. Uh-Huh. Wow. I Know

    Yup. Uh-Huh. Wow. I Know

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    #57

    When My Manager Schedules Me To Close At 10pm And Then Open The Next Morning At 6am

    When My Manager Schedules Me To Close At 10pm And Then Open The Next Morning At 6am

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    Innua
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or the UK; you have to have a certain amount of hours away from the job.

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    #60

    The Day Our New Point Of Sale Rang Up A Shirt For $84 Million Dollars

    The Day Our New Point Of Sale Rang Up A Shirt For $84 Million Dollars

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    Saw This While Getting Some Fry Bread Down In Arizona

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    * Sideways In An Aisle *

    * Sideways In An Aisle *

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    FahQ
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hate people that's put the cart on the opposite end that they're shopping.

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    #63

    Customers Found This Little Dude In The Planters Today. I Had To Stop Both Them And My Manager From Taking It Home As A Pet

    Customers Found This Little Dude In The Planters Today. I Had To Stop Both Them And My Manager From Taking It Home As A Pet

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They eat harmful bugs like ticks and have a natural immunity to rabies! Also they will basically faint without their control, and drool and evacuate their bowels to really sell the story.

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    #64

    This Image Is All I Think Of When I Hear Someone's Worked In Retail For 10+ Years

    This Image Is All I Think Of When I Hear Someone's Worked In Retail For 10+ Years

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    #65

    Managers Be Like:

    Managers Be Like:

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    Sami-Jo Ross
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "I feel like you aren't considering the impact this has on the team"

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    #66

    In My Favourite Area Today At Work

    In My Favourite Area Today At Work

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    Jessica SpeLangm
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, Amazon doesn't have any such area. I can pretty much guarantee it. And YES, I know it's a joke.

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    #67

    You Say That's All The Bank Gave You?

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I was a poor little naive lamb who thought it could make a living by working at Burger King every.single.time my shift started customers would pay with 50 notes. Had to run to the manager to get change. Every.forken.time

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    #68

    All The Damn Time

    All The Damn Time

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    #69

    Half My Life Is Chasing After Plastic F-Ing Bags. How Hard Is It To Get A Reusable Bag? Please, I'm Begging You... I'm Sick Of Running Out Of Plastic Bags And You Getting Mad Because We're Out

    Half My Life Is Chasing After Plastic F-Ing Bags. How Hard Is It To Get A Reusable Bag? Please, I'm Begging You... I'm Sick Of Running Out Of Plastic Bags And You Getting Mad Because We're Out

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    Meh
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If the bags actually lasted then fine but most give up and fall apart the second you leave the shop

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    Gustav Gallifrey
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think that it's a requirement under Lithuanian law that this sign has to appear at least once in any BP thread relating to work.

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    #72

    Why

    Why

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    and_a_touch_of_the_’tism
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would like to apologize on behalf of all teenagers for these chucklefucks. Sorry. We’re not all QUITE that stupid.

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    #73

    “But It Said You Had It In Stock Onlin—“

    “But It Said You Had It In Stock Onlin—“

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    #74

    Posted In Our Breakroom. Because Yes We Are All Alive Just To Work

    Posted In Our Breakroom. Because Yes We Are All Alive Just To Work

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    Gustav Gallifrey
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The very best workers sell their partners and children into slavery, shoot their pets, burn down their house, cut all ties with friends and relatives, and take up residence under the front counter so that they can always be on hand for EXTRA WORK.

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    #75

    Corporate

    Corporate

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    Sooploosh MacSchnibble
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    this is funny because in this episode, they were actually a cult trying to work for some jam farm, like without pay or anything, and had to give up their friends, identity, and even eating to go to work at this farm, which (although im sixteen and have never worked a real job before) is pretty similar to the retail experience.

    #77

    I’ve Started Taking Pictures At Work Of Messes Customers Leave Behind

    I’ve Started Taking Pictures At Work Of Messes Customers Leave Behind

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    #79

    Corporate Retail Training Course Starter Pack

    Corporate Retail Training Course Starter Pack

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    David Leick
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't forget the 10 minute video about how unions don't want "us" to succeed. And if by any weirdly random chance a union rep walks in, you have the right to put your fingers in your ears and run away screaming.

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    #80

    So, How Has Your Day Been?

    So, How Has Your Day Been?

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    Innua
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nothing like eating some food in the public toilet. Even if they can't afford food they could still tidy up :(

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    #81

    Retail Life Balance

    Retail Life Balance

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    #82

    Like.... Why?!

    Like.... Why?!

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    SmooshieFries
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Never ever. I sometimes even put the clothes back where I found them after I've tried them on instead of leaving them in the dressing room.

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    #83

    Found This On Twitter. I Would Quit Without A Notice

    Found This On Twitter. I Would Quit Without A Notice

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    #84

    “You’re In The Industry, No One Takes Breaks”

    “You’re In The Industry, No One Takes Breaks”

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    Kare Deter
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I worked in retail a long time ago. One busy Saturday I went to the shift manager to ask when I could take my break. I was told "we're really swamped, everyone is voluntarily working through their break". Me: "Yeah, I'm not volunteering. I'll try to take my break when its less busy but that's the best I will do." No. I didn't work there long.

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    #85

    Boomers When They Have To Pay 10 Cents For A Bag

    Boomers When They Have To Pay 10 Cents For A Bag

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    #86

    Trying To Make It To The Bathroom Without A Customer Seeing You

    Trying To Make It To The Bathroom Without A Customer Seeing You

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    David Leick
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If I'm ever caught beating my wife, I'll have to remember to sic the entirety of the internet on her.

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    #87

    My Boss After I Called In 4 Hours Before My Shift Because My Cats Tumor Has Ruptured And The Bleeding Won't Stop So I Have To Euthanize Her

    My Boss After I Called In 4 Hours Before My Shift Because My Cats Tumor Has Ruptured And The Bleeding Won't Stop So I Have To Euthanize Her

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    Mrs. Ginger McSarcasm
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You're supposed to close for me. Today and every other day because I won't be there at all anymore

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    #88

    Clock Fraud

    Clock Fraud

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    PFD
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, unpaid commute is wage theft then. Sauce for the goose.

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    #89

    Ladies... Can You Guess What Came Out At Work? 5 Hours Left

    Ladies... Can You Guess What Came Out At Work? 5 Hours Left

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    Mood

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    #91

    I Did It!

    I Did It!

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    Donna Peluda
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Working as maintenance for a company regularly pulling 15 hour shifts, I was involved in a car accident dropping my wife off at her job in the morning. This is before mobile phones. My wife got a cab to work while I waited for the police etc. She called my work to tell them I'd been in an accident. By then I was about an hour late, she told my manager about the accident and heard my manager tell the owner “Carlos is late because his been in a car accident”, and my wife heard him reply, I hope it's serious enough form him to be this late!!

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    #92

    Customer Got Offended By My Face Mask

    Customer Got Offended By My Face Mask

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    Kathrin Pukowsky
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In case anybody is confused: The image is mirrored. "IDK" = "I don't know" "IDC" = "I don't care"

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    #93

    Your Manager When They Need You To Come In On Your Day Off

    Your Manager When They Need You To Come In On Your Day Off

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    Hedonism Bot
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Any time a business describes itself as a "family", that doesn't mean they care about ypu- rather, they're trying to con their employees into showing them the same level of altruism one would normally associate with "family" while they treat the employees as a resource to exploit.

    #94

    "Yeah... No.. Sorry... Yeah.. No"

    "Yeah... No.. Sorry... Yeah.. No"

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    Angi
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I told my manager it was 4:30 and I just finished smoking and I don't drive high. She sent someone to pick me up

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    #95

    Every Time

    Every Time

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    VonBlade
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Gas company "we know it's hard but with the Russian situation we've had to double our prices". Also gas company "record profits in the billions".

    #97

    A Lady Tried To Play Me With A $300 Worth Of Counterfeit Bills

    A Lady Tried To Play Me With A $300 Worth Of Counterfeit Bills

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    Šimon Špaček
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do you really have to use the basically useless pen to check a bill that says COPY?

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    #98

    "Excuse Me I Need-" "I'm A Vendor Ma'am" Gets Em Every Time!

    "Excuse Me I Need-" "I'm A Vendor Ma'am" Gets Em Every Time!

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    #99

    This Is Why People Don’t Want To Work In Retail…

    This Is Why People Don’t Want To Work In Retail…

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    #100

    Customers When They Find Out Retail Workers Don't Like Their Job

    Customers When They Find Out Retail Workers Don't Like Their Job

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