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Does your colleague sleep while you pick up their slack, take your precious snacks without asking, or give constant comments on how rough you look? If you ticked any of these boxes, I hate to break it to you, but you may be in the presence of a terrible coworker. While the majority of the workforce tries to get along well with everyone else and avoid being an inconvenience, there is the small part that possesses a unique talent for draining the patience and energy of others. 

The Bored Panda team gathered a whole list of such colleagues below to show just how frustrating, irrational, or plain evil people we work with can get. They might even make you appreciate the colleagues you already have, which is definitely a win in our books.

While you're busy scrolling, don't forget to check out a conversation with Connie Kurczewski, aesthetic practice consultant and strategic business advisor at Elevated Practice, leadership coach Robina Bhasin at RMB Leadership & Talent Strategy Consulting, and corporate culture and employee relations expert Josh Hart, who kindly agreed to share a few tips on how to deal with difficult colleagues.

#1

My Coworker Uses The Accessible Stall To “Stretch Out Her Legs”

Text description of an experience with inconsiderate colleagues and bathroom accessibility issues at work.

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Jane Jayne Jain Jeign Jein
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9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

OP is not a jerk for being angry - I'm angry from just reading this.

RedHairedDragon
Community Member
9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You don't need to have a disability to use an accessible toilet. It is, in the end, just a toilet. However, to run passed someone in clear need of it is rude.

joann fielding
Community Member
9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well, if this is in the US, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) priority is given to those who actually need the stall, over those who just prefer the stall.

K. LNU
Community Member
9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Actually, that isn't quite true. The ADA just states that there must be one. Now that being said, anyone can use it (not all disabilities are visible), however, racing someone you know is handicapped is just being an AH. (Can you imagine that lady saying "race ya" to someone in a wheelchair?)

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G A
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9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Some disabilities are invisible, but so is being a d I c k head

bart simpson
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You can also write d1ckhead and it'll pass.

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April Pickett
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You're going to go to your manager about a bathroom problem? What can they do, write her up for being rude in the bathroom? What if she does have a real problem?

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Charity Angel
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9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

While I agree that some disabilities are invisible, most people with an invisible disability *wouldn't* *ask* someone else why they need an accessible toilet. They know better. Coworker is most definitely an AH

Existing
Community Member
9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That’s 100% an HR issue

Riley Quinn
Community Member
9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Your co-worker is a petty little b!tch. I'd spend hours coming up with a revenge plot.

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    #2

    Boomer Coworker Makes Sexist Comment Then Gets Hurt At My Reply

    A person with dirty hands holding a colorful water jug marked "life," highlights worst colleagues' habits.

    So, I walk into the break room at work today to fill up my water bottle - well, actually, my partner’s water bottle - because I’m trying to stay hydrated, and I just want to chill for my break. While I’m filling the bottle, this old coworker (like 60-70 years old), who I barely even know, strolls up and says, “Nice bottle, girl,” then snorts at his own lame joke.

    I have hearing issues, so I didn’t even catch what he said at first. But this guy decides to tap me on the shoulder and repeat his dusty attempt at humor. I’m confused, so I look at him and ask, “What are you talking about?” He laughs again and says, “Your bottle, that’s a girl’s bottle.”

    I ask, “What makes it a girl’s bottle?” And, as if it’s the most obvious thing in the world, he replies, “Well, it’s pink.” So, still playing dumb, I say, “It’s actually pink and blue, but why does it being pink make it a girl’s bottle?” By now, his laughing has stopped, and he’s looking at me like I’m clueless. He says, “Well, pink is a girl’s color.”

    I hit him back with, “That’s totally subjective. Sure, it’s got pink on it, but it also has blue. Does that cancel out the pink? Also, I’m a man, and I own the bottle, so wouldn’t that make it a man’s bottle?”
    He snaps, “It’s still a girl’s bottle.” So I reply, “That’s strange because I own the bottle and use he/him pronouns.” Of course, that sets him off. He starts ranting, “Of course, you and your generation want to rewrite science. No s**t you use those - you’re a guy!”

    I just respond calmly, “Then why are you calling me a girl? Seems like you’re the one trying to put a spin on things.” Before he can even get another word in, I screw the cap back on the bottle, turn, and walk out. He’s left standing there, red-faced and muttering to himself, while I’m already out of the door laughing. When in doubt buzzword it out!

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    Fry Day
    Community Member
    9 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's an awesome bottle and would I own it as a guy! Nothing girly about it. It's for all humans.

    Roxy222uk
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good for you. "The inside of your nostrils is pink - are they a girl's nostrils? Or are they a man's nostrils because they belong to you, a man?"

    K. LNU
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I work with US Marines, and a few have come in with their daughter's water bottles (think Elsa or Barbie). It's just a water bottle for FS.

    Oops
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And i forgot --- why is it ashaming to be a girl , huh huh????

    JP Purves
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When someone says anything like he did (and not all boomers are sexist a-holes) play dumb and ask them to explain themselves.

    Cyber Returns
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would have said "I bet you could get one the same yellow colour as your colostomy bag"

    CG
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I got a pink bottle I drink out of. It's really not that deep. A water bottle is a water bottle, regardless of the colour.

    Verena
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Staying hydrated" seems to be an entirely different type of fluid intake on both northern coasts if the Atlantic Ocean.

    Tropical Tarot
    Community Member
    9 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My doctor says I should have my weight divided by two in ounces of liquid daily. For someone who weighs 150 lb that would be 10/8 Oz cups or two and a half liters. A lot of people struggle with that that's why they have big bottles.

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    Sanja Uzelac
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I usually say that using pink stuff doesn't make your di*k fall off.

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    #3

    Coworker Keeps Avoiding To Pay Me Back After She Conveniently Forgot Her Wallet At Dinner

    Text message exchange illustrating tension over unpaid dinner among colleagues.

    A few weeks ago I decided to grab some dinner with a coworker. I rarely if ever go out to eat as its so expensive these days but I finally decided to treat myself one night. My coworker ordered appetizers for herself, multiple drinks, a larger dinner and even dessert. When it came time to pay we were each going to just pay for our food but she conveniently forgot her wallet and just kinda sat there staring at me. I’m an awkward person and I really didn’t want to even cover her food in the moment because it was more than I could even afford but it was such a weird situation and she promised to pay me back so to just end the evening I covered her bill expecting to get reimbursed. Now that was weeks ago and she keep posting on insta and snapchat about going out to fancy restaurants or weekend trips but she always has an excuse when I ask to be paid back. I BARELY make a livable wage and being in the red because of her has caused me so much anxiety, I feel like such an idiot.

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    sbj
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is unbelievably rude

    detective miller's hat
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If she's all over social media, my petty @ss would be posting this in the comments every times she posts about going out.

    Roxy222uk
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Firstly, I am not victim shaming because the coworker is a piece of work and the OP was just trying to be kind. But this illustrates why we should never lend money unless you're able to afford to lose it. Far, far better to say 'don't worry, I'll pay' and never have it hanging over you. And if you can't afford it try 'oh no, what are you going to do?' If they directly ask you to lend them the money 'I don't have the money in my account/wallet - do you have an app on your phone?' Even flag down a waiter and ask 'my friend has forgotten her wallet. I can't pay for her. What do you do in these circumstances?' Keep it about your sympathetic support for **their** predicament.

    TiNaBoNiNa
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This. In this day and age of payment apps, there is no excuse. She never intended to pay. Always ask for separate checks BEFORE you order.

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    StumblingThroughLife
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd bring it up/call her out in the work place at break - with other employees around. You never know, she might have done it to some of them, too.

    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    9 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Every business has a grapevine. Use it. Just mutter in the break room about coworker not paying you back. It'll eventually get back to her that she's the talk of the office. Or, you could slash her tires. Your call.

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ask your payroll to take the money out of hers. Then set a leopard on her.

    Glen Ellyn
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not JUST rude, but also theft. The thief is a jerk and a loser.

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    Sandy Kavanaugh
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In this case,my friend, you weren't an idiot, but a weenie. Don't ever buy that cover story again. It's obvious to everyone she'll NEVER pay you back, and begging her makes you weak. Cut your losses, and never, ever do that again. Other people's debts are not your problem. And you're not alone- these sleazebags are everywhere. And I'll bet she tries it again in the near future, as she has you down as an easy mark. Let her embarrass herself

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    Kickresume’s 2024 survey has found that 85% of people have dealt with an annoying coworker, which means that almost everyone has had the displeasure of coming across the workplace vampire that drains energy and patience by being an inconvenience. What I would like to know, though, is how the lucky 15% were never faced with a frustrating colleague. Please, e-mail me your secret! Just kidding… Or am I?

    58% of those who have worked with despairing coworkers said that their behavior affects their productivity, and only 13% can stay focused on their tasks despite what’s happening in their environment.

    #4

    I Let My Colleague Borrow My Laptop Charger For A Meeting. This Is How He Returned It

    Close-up of a hand holding a frayed charging cable, with a laptop in the background, illustrating colleague frustration.

    When I mentioned it to him, he told me it was “clearly an accident” and said I can “easily buy another one.”

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    Sordatos
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sure, accidents happen, but one has to pay for them, the coworker can buy another charger

    detective miller's hat
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Simple solution would be to just take his next time he brings it in. He can easily buy another one.

    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's well known that if you break it, you pay for it.

    Lyoness
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, HE can easily buy you a new one.

    Carmen Flores
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a miserable person. He should have bought a new one. Don't lend him anything again.

    April Pickett
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He broke it, and he can replace it.

    Trillian
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Actually I would assume it is and accident and they didn't break it on purpose. But they still need to replace it.

    Mike F
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would make so much noise about this he would buy me 2 just to shut me up.

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    #5

    Coworker Keeps Telling Me That I’m Autistic

    Text image of a person explaining a frustrating interaction with a colleague about potential autism.

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    Emilu
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    “Unless I pay you to diagnose me, stop or I’m going to HR”. Done.

    Kalevra
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    9 months ago

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    I mean thats what women do.

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    Foxinamug
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Even if OP *was* autistic, or turned out to be later, it's not her place to comment and can actually worsen people's symptoms if they have the high masking/social anxiety presentation.

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tell her to MYOB. If she doesn't, write a diss rap about her.

    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Every time she says you're autistic, say "I'm not, but you're a b!tch". You don't need a medical degree for that diagnosis.

    Cyber Returns
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tell them you got tested and the results were you were not autistic but the doctor said their fixation on you being autistic is a strong sign of autism and other serious mental issues

    Marnie
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "autism and other serious mental issues" I laughed when I read this, but please note that autism is not a "mental issue".

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    Binny Tutera
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would just tell her, “ Just because YOU got that diagnosis doesn’t mean I have it, too”. Repeat, repeat, repeat.

    CSC
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is just so completely wrong.

    Flavia Slag
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ask her where she got her medical degree.

    dee renwick
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Where did you train? Oh, I assumed you were a Consultant Psychiatrist because you are trained to diagnose neurodiversity"

    Dee Rutherford
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The old peewee comeback…”I know you are, but what am I?”

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    #6

    Coworkers Ate All My Chimichangas And Left The Empty Package In The Freezer. I Didn't Even Have One

    Empty chip bag left in freezer, showcasing worst colleague behavior.

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    BeesEelsAndPups
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    9 months ago

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    Ms.GB
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those co-workers are just like my brother.

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    Sarah Suelzle
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I will never ever understand people like this...it doesn't matter where it is.

    Toothless Feline
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Coworkers who steal food and people who put empty packages back on the shelf are both going to the special hell.

    sbj
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't mind that they use my ketchup but it's annoying that they put it back in the fridge when it's empty

    One Linus
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Chili chicimangas with added something.

    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When you have to use a lockbox for your food because you work with cretins who aren't socialized.

    Susan
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's so wrong. Reminds me of the time a co-worker drank the soda that I had brought for my lunch that day and they drank it, crushed the empty can, and put it back in the same spot in the fridge.

    Sally Moen
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Time to used a locked container for your lunches. Silly question, but where is your name on the package? I know that's dumb, because the coworkers ate food not belonging to them...

    Oops
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I really really hate this selfish lazy mean parasites, i wish you to get lice in your stomach.

    Seadog
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    First mistake was leaving them in that package. Everyone knows what's in it. Second, get a hinged top container and drill a hole in the front lip and padlock it.

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    The survey also found the top five types that make employees' blood boil the most:

    1. Credit stealer (33%)
    2. Micromanager (32%)
    3. Chronic complainer (30%)
    4. Personal space intruder (30%)
    5. Lunch thief (27%)
    #7

    Coworker Thinks I’m A Charity Case

    Text message describing a colleague's awkward Thanksgiving dinner invitation, highlighting workplace dynamics.

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    Lady Eowyn
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am quite happy doing Thanksgiving alone.

    Charity Angel
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've done Christmas (which is sort of equivalent, food and family-wise in the UK) alone a couple of times. It was lovely and peaceful.

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    Bob Connely
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    With 'friends' like that, who needs enemas?

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    On the contrary, with friends like that you NEED an enema.

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    Bryan Wright
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would rather be alone than be with someone that openly boasts of their generosity towards me.

    Regina Holt
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like my thxgiving alone. I fix a generic box of Stove Top stuffing, ironically cooked in the microwave. I don't even measure the water, I like it super soft and kinda mushy.

    ILoveMySon
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have spent it alone but still cooked a.full meal, turkey, dressing, etc. If it happens again, I like your idea. 🙂 Although the leftovers are nice.

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    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wanted brownie points from the boss

    Vermonta
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's such a lame holiday anyway

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    #8

    My Coworker’s Mini-Fridge

    Messy office fridge with spilled drinks and spoiled food, showcasing worst colleagues in workplace hygiene.

    My coworker thought that our cleaning lady was responsible for maintaining his mini-fridge, so he never threw away old food, cleaned it, or opened it for months. I went to put something in there for him and the stench knocked me back. Yes, it’s all mold and bug corpses.

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    ToGo
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, they're not responsible for throwing away stuff you no longer want - you are. They're not responsible for cleaning/emptying belongings YOU choose to bring. They're not responsible for collecting your wrappers and empty bottles - put them in the bin. You don't hire or pay the Cleaning Staff, they do not work for you, they are not your personal butler or your nanny - clean up after yourself. The disrespect maddens me.

    BeesEelsAndPups
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nope. Close that door. Wrap it in duct tape. Mail it to Elon. It's worth the shipping cost

    sbj
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought our work fridge was bad but this monstrosity beats it hands down

    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'll be honest, I don't clean my frig as often as I suppose I should, but this... I can smell the stench through the photo.

    Groomer
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A racoon wouldn't even eat something from that mess!

    Jason Kennith
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aaaaaaaaaaaand there goes my appetite.

    Sordatos
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lack of clear communication

    TiNaBoNiNa
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They will find a way. They always find a way.

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    #9

    Coworkers Brought Binoculars To Work To Look On Young Beach Goers Today

    Two colleagues on a construction site, one in a "Well Hung" shirt, looking out a window.

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    Verena
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is this huge shovel. Use it.

    Alex Ruddies
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's an aluminum snow shovel...what you need is a cast steel digging shovel or a spade shovel that won't immediately bend upon impact...

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    sbj
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is wrong on so many levels

    karen snyder
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well... They also work for a window installation service called "Well Hung"... Cause size matters when hiring home repair specialists. Frankly, if you don't want to work with juvenile men, don't apply at "Check Out My D**k" windows. Binocular? I barely know her.

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Karen has spoken. Sorry, I just couldn't resist.

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    Sarah Suelzle
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a really a shame when grown men have never seen a woman before.

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's not that they've never seen a woman before. It's that they've never seen THIS one before. Or maybe she's wearing a new bikini, or maybe they've never seen the friend (s) she's with before.

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    K. LNU
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If they are not literally whale watching... the ick is strong here.

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    8 months ago

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    Celtic Pirate Queen
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    F*cking creeps. Also, I would post this with their names.

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    "Toxic behavior is not always loud or obvious. More often, it shows up in subtle, persistent ways. Dismissiveness, passive-aggressive remarks, gossip, taking credit for someone else’s work, and creating unnecessary conflict all break down trust," says Connie Kurczewski, aesthetic practice consultant and strategic business advisor at Elevated Practice.

    "One pattern I see often is what some refer to as “learned helplessness” or “intentional incompetence.” It happens when someone constantly avoids responsibility and expects others to compensate. It might not seem disruptive at first, but over time, it quietly drains momentum and morale from the team."

    #10

    Coworker Keeps Inserting Herself In My Personal Life

    Text conversation about intrusive coworker's comments on sensitive family planning issues.

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    SirWriteALot
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How about "None of your business, Sharon!"

    Marianne
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just turn the question around and see how she likes it. And dump the leaflets back at her table.

    Binny Tutera
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At the next staff meeting, LOUDLY say in front of everyone, “This subject is off the table for you! I’ve warned you before and if you don’t stop harassing me about my PERSONAL HEALTH ISSUES I will file a harassment complaint against you with HR.” Then do it if she mentions it even once more. Now you have witnesses.

    Toothless Feline
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Other people's reproduction is not your concern unless and until *they* bring up with you, and then only in the moment unless they explicitly invite more attention.

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Steal her child for your second. Then you have 2 and she has to start again.

    JP Purves
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She needs to stay in her ow lane. Go to HR.

    David McKendrick
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You do to them exactly what they have been doing to you. Keep asking them why they haven't had any more children yet at every opportunity.

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    #11

    The Way My Colleague Leaves Their Chair In The Middle Of The Pathway Each Time They Leave Their Desk

    Office chairs with jackets draped over them in an empty workspace, highlighting challenging colleagues.

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    jeffrey champion
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd neatly push it back the first time, then each time after move it further from the desk until they pretty much have to push it all the way back from the toilet

    sbj
    Community Member
    9 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not only do mine do the same thing they also move around the office from desk to desk whilst still seated instead of getting up off their lazy a**es, I've lost count of the time I've been hit on my shins

    RedHairedDragon
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Office chair wheeling is an art. You sound like you've simply been outwheeled and are jealous

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    Armac
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Take it down to the lobby.

    Kalevra
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    yeet it down the hallway

    azubi
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A well -placed boot will solve this

    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd put it in the storage closet or maybe the elevator or maybe I'd have the energy to push it out onto the sidewalk.

    Christina A Davis
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would move it to a place they would SERIOUSLY have to go look for it.

    Heffalump
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So push it back out of the way. There are things worth getting bent out of shape over, this isn't one of those.

    bart simpson
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    Trillian
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can I just say how much I hate that the pathway goes between two desks like this? I would absolutely lose my s**t if people were walking past my back like this all the time.

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    #12

    My Coworker Eats All My Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, And Leaves The Empty Box

    Empty pizza box left in freezer by inconsiderate colleagues.

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    One Linus
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sandwiches with extra laxative

    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's illegal in some areas, but if I want to put laxatives in my food and someone else eats it without asking me so that I could "warn" them, is it really illegal? I mean, who would give a sh!t?

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    BeesEelsAndPups
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The box is the worst part, because for a second you're feeling happy and optimistic, but no. It's empty. Justifiable homicide

    bart simpson
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Justifiable revenge. Add extra salt, at first, then escalate until they learn not to take your food.

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    Brenda
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Open all the packages, leaving the sandwich inside. write a note on the box "To whoever is eating my breakfast sandwiches: Please note that starting today, these have been modified specifically to accommodate food requirements. You are literally eating food that I need, along with any changes I've had to make. These may include substances that could (& probably will) affect you negatively, including severe stomach and intestinal distress. Please accept this as a fair warning given in good faith. Thank you for listening and following this note. Sincerely,....." None of this is an actual lie. And because your coworkers aren't supposed to ask about your medical issues, if anything is said just refuse to discuss & then let HR know.

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You think they would bother to read any such note?

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    Sordatos
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Plot twist, the person works alone

    Clarf
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Put a bill for the sandwiches on her desk.

    Sarah
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’ll do nothing. She’ll toss in bin

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    Bryan Wright
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Send them the bill for the stolen goods.

    Romy Rösli
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Frozen sandwiches? Sounds disgusting.

    Vermonta
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Time to put a dog t**d in there

    A Google User
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People who do this need to be fired. You don't steal from co-workers.

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    Other unacceptable behaviors that experts observe in the workplace include bullying, leaving people out of important updates, and spreading rumors.

    "An example of toxic behavior in the workplace is if one colleague intentionally sabotages another through dishonesty or speaking disparagingly about them, attacking their character behind their back with the intention of damaging their reputation," adds leadership coach Robina Bhasin at RMB Leadership & Talent Strategy Consulting.

    "Another example is an employee who is permitted to be abusive toward others simply because of the power, prestige, or position they hold. Senior leaders are aware of the toxic behavior but simply look the other way, unwilling to address it with the person because they fear upsetting them," she says.

    #13

    It's Always A Pleasure To Realize That Your Coworkers Don't Know How To Close A Box Properly... Right When You're Ready To Go Home

    Disorganized screws and washers in a tool box, illustrating frustration with worst colleagues.

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    sbj
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd have left it from them to clean up

    Seadog
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The problem with that is the person who did this will just halfass it and throw whatever in whichever slot and close the lid. Been there more than once. Also more than once with the same person. At AutoZone we even had a manager and AM training at our store. End of shift they were counting a register drawer and dropped it. They tried to just leave it for us to clean up and find the money. Back then, both of those positions were salary so no OT issue. Our manager put a stop to that real quick, he made them clean it up and gave them the choice of paying the shortage or taking the write up for being short because some of the coins went in places that were inaccessible.

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    Bonnie Blue Bird
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My OCD would put this back together ... then ban the coworker from ever touching it again!

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And you'd find they did the same thing again the very next day.

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    Justme
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A small part of me would love to be asked to put this back in order

    Liz Butt
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There was a woman I used to work with. We had a rota where we had several different jobs to do and our co workers would take turns at doing these jobs. If this woman didn't feel like doing the work she was assigned for that day, she would change with someone. Not a problem if they were willing. She would leave jobs unfinished as well. She did a job one day, where the end result was to print out the pages of what we did that day. I did that job the next day and found she hadn't printed out those pages from the previous day. I blew up at her, saying it was typical of her not to do her job properly and made her print out what she neglected to do from the previous day. I was not popular but she never did that again.

    Klondike Penguin
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Again, my organization instincts are screaming at the top of their lungs.

    Bryan Wright
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not your problem if you, A. Didn't do it. B. Didn't see the mess they had left.

    Joyce Berman
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm sorry. They left you a real mess.

    Sophia Pandia de Delphia
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had a visceral reaction to this! To everybody saying to leave it and the person who made the mess would have to deal with it or since you didn't make the mess, you don't have to put it up. Here's the problem with those dumb answers and suggestions. The next employee to start their shift has this mess to deal with and who was last on the previous shift? OP They didn't properly reset the equipment. So OP has to fix it or get written up. Yes, you can report the one making the mess but you do so at the risk of a warning or demerit if you leave b/c "you didn't make the mess." Good luck if the mess maker claims they did indeed fix it and there's no camera feed right there. To be safe, OP has to fix those trays.

    Ashley
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We all have to work with a couple of nuts. Looks like you got a case of them! 😂

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    #14

    Started A Timer Right When My Coworker Left For Her 15 Min Break And Stopped It When She Came Back. What Should I Do? It’s Not Fair I Only Take 15 Mins

    Digital stopwatch showing 38:45.30 with reset and start buttons, highlighting colleague struggles.

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    Simon Chen
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Extend your break too? Looks like no one cares

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    MYOB you're not their manager.

    Armac
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unless this is actually affecting you, mind your own business.

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But since it is affecting you, take it to the boss or HR, because it is affecting the company's bottom line.

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    CG
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Had a coworker who did something similar when he worked with me. Busy Christmas rush, and we'd need all hands on deck. My exact words were "pack a lunch, or get food delivered here. I need you here in store all day to help with pick ups." And he's gone for a full hour (on a half hour lunch break), all the while I'm distracted from helping new customers by helping previous customers load up by myself. And not just one day he did this. Every day for the 2 months he worked with us. Abandoning his post when my supervisor and I needed him the most led to his firing.

    Mabelbabel
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I once worked with a woman who decided travel time counted as work time. Her actual hours were 9am to 5pm, with a 15 min break twice a day and a 30 min lunch break, so technically 7 hours. She set off at 9am, got to about 10am, and left at 4pm. She did about 4 hours work a day. She was a completely separate department from me, I was just sharing an office until mine was vacated, until then she had been in it on her own with her line manager on another floor. I don't know how long she'd been doing that-she was very open about her reasoning though, and her manager obviously couldn't be bothered to deal with it.

    Verena
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As long all work gets done and nobody needs her present in her office between 9 to 5, totally ok.

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    Kalevra
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Stop worrying about other people and worry about yourself.

    Spidercat
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't worry about what your colleagues are doing and focus on what you are doing. They will slip up eventually.

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But there's nothing preventing you from helping their slipping on a metaphorical banana peel.

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    Verena
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Get a life. You don't know what is going on. I get longer breaks, because my parents are sick, one now dead, one in a nursing home and I work and live in a different country. Returning and finding an equally paid job is difficult. Only family they have, I do all their paperwork. I need to make calls and arrangeth ings during business hours, and work late or from home.

    Seadog
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    AutoZone, 2002-2008. Assistant manager would spend at least 5 hours of her 8 hour shift standing outside smoking AND still took her 1 hour lunch break. The stores are already understaffed and she's outside. Manager was a smoker too so he wouldn't do a d**n thing about it. Before I left in 08, she transferred to another store and he got canned. New employees weren't smokers. Still understaffed but we certainly got more done.

    Sophia Pandia de Delphia
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was so fed up running the front of the store while people kept taking smoke breaks whenever and how many ever times they wanted. I started going outside and pretended to smoke a cigarette so that I got equal time as the smokers. They were pissed at me because one of them now had to go back in and work. When they started complaining I took breaks but didn't smoke, I asked a friend for a cigarette and would light it for the few moments the complaining smokers came out for smoke breaks. I won but only in the sense that I went out to my car to relax for all the times smokers got breaks. I did pace myself so I wasn't abandoning the store every time there was a larger gathering of smokers outside.

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    #15

    My Coworker Is Constantly Cold And Instead Of Just Turning The AC Down, She Turns The Heat On Until Everyone Is Sweating

    Text describing difficult colleague adjusting office temperature extremes, causing discomfort for others.

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    Ben
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My ex did this. Some people honestly don't understand how thermostats and HVAC units work. It is just craziness to be honest.

    Verena
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tell her to wear a sweater, scarf, long trousers, socks and closed shoes. And cardigan.

    Fire Singer
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    100% agree with this. If you know you run colder then make sure you wear appropriate clothing or layers. It's a lot easier to put more on than to take stuff off.

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    Charity Angel
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I used to work in an office that had been created after the AC was installed. The floor had gone from being entirely open plan to having a handful of offices constructed. This was the top floor (heat rises), and they had created the offices at the southern end of the building (gets the most sun). The particular office I was in had an air vent, but it didn't work. We also had a lot of west-facing windows which turned the office into a greenhouse in the afternoon and evening. Because the building had AC, we weren't allowed to open any windows, so us poor souls who worked the afternoon and evening shifts would be deeply uncomfortable in summer. Our bosses used to go out and buy us ice cream to help cool us down a bit. These bosses almost kissed me when I brought a thermometer in, because they had actual numbers to show just how hot it was. (35°C/95°F was the norm by about 5pm.)

    Charity Angel
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They frog-marched one of the higher-ups in one afternoon. He recoiled at the door when he hit the wall of heat, then went very quiet when they brought him to my desk and pointed out the thermometer. We were allowed to open the windows after that.

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    Susan
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have one of these in my office, too. It's the same one guilty of the chair in aisle, actually. I've tried to explain a million times to leave the system on auto and just adjust the minimum and maximum for the heat or AC accordingly. But she doesn't listen and she'll change it to heat only and crank it way up or down because she thinks it warm up or cool down faster that way. I tried to explain that it doesn't work that way but she keeps doing it anyway.

    Bob Connely
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds like you work for a Spine(less) Surgeon. Maybe time to GTFO before you're involved in some kind of Class Action Medical Malpractice lawsuit.

    Nannychachi
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's just a case of stupidity. And that stupidity is on the rest of the office workers for NOT TURNING THE HEAT OFF! And then telling her to quit turning it on and explain why!

    Kathy Sinclair
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why doesn't she bring a sweater to work?

    TiNaBoNiNa
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Time to purchase a locking thermostat box and hide the key.

    SirWriteALot
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reminds me of Fry in "Futurama" where he turns on AC and Heat at the same time and then runs out the battery of his flying car on a scorching planet

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    "These kinds of actions can bring down the mood at work. They make people less productive, increase how often employees leave, and can even damage the company’s reputation. Plus, dealing with this kind of negativity day in and day out can take a toll on everyone’s mental health," explains corporate culture and employee relations expert Josh Hart.

    "When this kind of behavior goes unchecked, it impacts the whole team," agrees Kurczewski. "Communication breaks down, resentment builds, and even your best people start to pull back. This often leads to lower morale, high turnover, and a noticeable drop in performance. In service-centered businesses, the first signs usually appear in the client experience. I have seen how one person’s unaddressed behavior quietly shifted an entire team dynamic. These situations rarely fix themselves."

    "Furthermore, when employees do not feel psychologically safe in the workplace, they are less likely to notify colleagues and senior leadership about mistakes that have been made and less willing to ask questions or share their ideas if they diverge from those of senior leaders," says Bhasin. "This can have devastating consequences for the company's product/service and significantly stifle innovation and growth potential over time."

    #16

    Surprised My Girlfriend With Baked Goods And Flowers Before She Went To Work, And Her Coworkers Ate Them All

    Text conversation showing frustration about coworkers eating all the treats.

    Unprompted, straight up just snagged them from her area and ate them.

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    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why did she take them to work? Why would they help themselves? Doesn't make sense.

    Lyoness
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What's that smell? Oh...that would be the odour of entitlement.

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    Awkward lady
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ... and ate the flowers as well?

    Dee Rutherford
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why do people do this??? Can’t they just eat their own stuff and leave other people’s stuff alone?? This is disgusting.

    Sally Moen
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What kind of workplace allows workers to take items off others' workstations?

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    #17

    I Keep A Pack Of Gum On My Cubicle At Work. Tried To Grab A Piece And I Discover This… I Hate My Coworkers

    A hand holding a Trident gum pack with a note saying, "Thanks for the last piece of gum," showing a challenging colleague.

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    Bonnie Blue Bird
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't take things from coworkers without asking

    Fire Singer
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same. My boss has a bowl of packs of gum and has told us we can just take that whenever, but if I've not been explicitly told to help myself to something I don't touch it without permission. I don't know why that's a hard concept?

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    Sarcastic Nana
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's why I keep so my personal stuff locked up 🤬

    Riley Quinn
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Recognize the handwriting? Every piece of gum you chew should be left on their desk.

    Vermonta
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ever seen those packs of joke gum that when you pull a piece of "gum" out a spring snaps onto your thumb. Don't test it, it hurts!

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Put a lock on your cubicle. Or carry your gum on you. It isn't hard

    alaina66
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd be so angry that I'd seek out whose handwriting that belongs to!

    bart simpson
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Then anonymously leave them a pack of hot gum.

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    Bob Connely
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lesson to be learned here? Don't leave stuff like this laying around where it's subject to stinking thieves... (and, FYI, keeping this stuff with you is why God invented pockets)

    Sophia Pandia de Delphia
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤩 Pockets, you say? As a woman, I shall be sure to wear the only 2 outfits I own that have pockets large enough to hold a pack of gum. God must be really pissed off at women since God apparently made pockets to hold things.

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    Liz Butt
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Keep your snacks with you in your bag or on your person. They can't get at them then. I did this once when I was hungry and the person whose it was was very disappointed in me. I never did it again. If you find out who it is, berate them and make them replace what they took.

    Ashley
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Was that the first time they took something without asking? Tell them don’t do it again or you’ll go to HR. Pretty, yep. Theft is theft, and will they steal something of more value in the future?

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    #18

    Coworker Bought Me A Box Of Chocolates For Christmas - One Missing And The Rest Were Mouldy

    Moldy chocolates in a box, illustrating a challenging colleague experience.

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    Phoenix
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Life is like a box of chocolates.

    Shoopyfloop Roundbird
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ive never seen moldy chocolate before. Super curious about the conditions needed for this to happen. Somebody get me a scientist!

    TiNaBoNiNa
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They're probably not moldy. However, old chocolate will get a whitish haze on it. It was probably an old box she was given and was now regifting to OP.

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    Groomer
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Save them and regift them back to this same coworker next Christmas !!

    bart simpson
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But please keep them in a fridge in a sealed bag in the meantime. Freezer would be even better. You don't want the mould to develop too much.

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    David McKendrick
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Leave the box out for everyone to help themselves and make sure that they know who the chocolates were from.

    Sally Moen
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Stores will sell seasonal packages of food, especially chocolate, and keep unsold packages to be sold at the next holiday. Might not be coworker being a derp

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If a store did that to me, I would send the food and sanitation people to them. Selling mouldy food is illegal in so many countries...

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    Amanda Reinstatler
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pretty sure that was found...not bought

    Verena
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Was it in its foil? What was the expiration date?

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    The workplace culture experts also explained why workers might display unacceptable behaviors towards colleagues. "In most cases, it comes down to one of two things. Either the person lacks the self-awareness or emotional maturity to recognize how their behavior affects others, or leadership has not set clear expectations or followed through when needed," Kurczewski suggests.

    "Stress and insecurity can absolutely play a role, but they do not excuse behavior that undermines the team. When the culture of an organization is unclear or inconsistent, people will push boundaries. And when there is no accountability, those boundaries eventually disappear."

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    #19

    My Colleague Had To Clean Something And Then Proceeded To Pour The Dirty Water Down The Sink Without Cleaning It

    Dirty sink with grime and residue, reflecting the worst colleague cleanup habits.

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    Brenda
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seriously!?! That is lazy and gross.

    Klondike Penguin
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a person who really enjoys tidiness, I agree.

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    Roxy222uk
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Dude. You forgot to clean the sink" Act like you think it's a genuine mistake. Then they either have to say directly "and I'm not going to" or go back and clean it. There's no need to be confrontational about stuff like this.

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ''You forgot to clean the sink.'' is confrontational, but it is correct in this case.

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    Sordatos
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pour water over it is not the end of the world unless this keeps happening

    Susan Raskin
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    revenge for being asked to clean something

    Sally Moen
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or cleaning out their lunch container then leaving scraps in the sink

    Bob Connely
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How do you "clean" dirty water? Asking for a friend.

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You send it to the water cleaners, i.e. down the drain to the city's water treatment plant. Make your taxes work for you. They're supposed to do it for the whole community.

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    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tell them to clean it don't take pictures

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    #20

    "Concerned" Coworker Keeps Telling Me I Look Like Sh*t

    Text exchange about a teacher annoyed by a colleague's repeated comments on her appearance, asking if she looks tired.

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    Nannychachi
    Community Member
    Premium
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Easy solution. Just say, "This is what I look like every day. Stop commenting on it!"

    Mike F
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Really, this is my everyday look, what's your excuse?

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    Binny Tutera
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    “You need to stop commenting on my appearance. That’s harassment and I will take it to HR.”

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, I'm sick. Of you!

    Wysteria_Rose
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My boss freaking does this. She will always say "You look exhausted" and i don't find it coincidental that it's always on days I don't put as much eye makeup on, so I probably do have a more relaxed look to my face. But it gets super annoying super fast!

    Regina Holt
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Report the person for harrassment.

    Kim Shannon
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer her back with, "I was just thinking the same thing about you."

    Heidi Beck
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ask her if she’s okay as she smells funny

    Vermonta
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    why is she obsessed with you?

    Bryan Wright
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would say ,"Have you looked in a mirror lately?"

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    #21

    Watched My Coworker's Cats For Two Weeks, We Agreed On A ~$50 LEGO Set As My Payment. All I Got Was A Keychain

    Hand holding a keychain with "#1 Pet Sitter" in gold lettering.

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    BeesEelsAndPups
    Community Member
    9 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    By law of the cat distribution system, she is now your cat. You may collect her. Or ask about your LEGO

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not a work issue. It's a you've been played for a fool issue.

    Sarcastic Nana
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Last time I'd be cat sitting 😒

    Brian Droste
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is why you need to get everything down in writing, signed. Dated. Witnessed and if at all notarized.

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't you think that's going overboard for two weeks of a pleasurable time with cats who probably love you more than their present jailor? I would engineer a prison break.

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    Bob Connely
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    From what I've experienced at Dizzy-world, that keychain cost a LOT more than Legos.

    Groomer
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What you asked for as payment wasn't enough for two weeks of pet sitting to begin with. Not a good idea to undervalue yourself and what you have to offer.

    JP Purves
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hey Karen, this doesn't look like a $50 Lego set.

    Dee Rutherford
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don’t think I’d associate with them if they don’t pay up.

    Bryan Wright
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would honestly have thrown that back in their face.

    mft760
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why would adult want Lego? Seriously.

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Said Lego's were probably for a child she wanted to give a present to.

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    Of course, addressing such colleagues' toxic behaviors can be tricky, but it's crucial to talk about it with the person who is causing the trouble directly, says Hart. "It's important to be clear about what’s bothering you and how it affects your work. Setting clear boundaries and getting support from HR or a mentor can also help. And keep track of any incidents, just in case you need to show a pattern of behavior to someone higher up," he says.

    #22

    All Of My Coworkers And Bosses Have Been Calling Me By The Wrong Name For Nearly A Year, Despite Me Telling Them I Dont Like Them Calling Me That

    Text sharing frustration over coworkers consistently using the wrong name, highlighting workplace communication issues.

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    Emilu
    Community Member
    Premium
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Okay, that’s just rude. Some people are funny about it though. I politely asked admin to change my email because they’d spelt my surname incorrectly (think a double letter where there wasn’t meant to be one, so nothing particularly strenuous to fix) and they whined about How Much EFFORT it was going to be to fix even though they’d just changed a colleague’s email address for a similar reason maybe a fortnight before. I told them it was a matter of respect and I’d be calling (the particular person I spoke to) a derivative of her name I knew she disliked until it was fixed. It got fixed.

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow !!! Calling HR on an HR worker. Works for me.

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    HF
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    just stop responding to people calling you by the wrong name. "I don't know who that is"

    Lady Eowyn
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's how I got my parents to stop calling me a nickname I always hated. They gave me a lovely name, use it.

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    Cyber Returns
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Set your e-mail service to block any email that refers to your name with an E then double down and ignore anyone who mispronounces your name

    tjames19701962
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't answer to any wrong name, even via email. An email with the wrong name, email back saying you don't know anyone by that name.

    Earthquake903
    Community Member
    Premium
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You are the only one who can decide whether people get to call you by a different name. Don't feel bad about insisting that they use the correct name.

    Rosecrucian Roeth
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe ignore all correspondence until they use your correct name?

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not just correspondence, but all instances of wrong name.

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    BarfyCat
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some people are just idiots. I have a friend who I've know for almost 15 years now who is simply incapable of saying or spelling my name correctly. I just roll with it!

    Laure Miller
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So just get THEIR names wrong. When they complain, tell them you thought it was a game everyone was playing. It's amazing how offended "Roberta" gets when you call her "Alberta", for example. But it works.

    Gracie Mae
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My standard answer to stuff like this is to turn the tables on them--start calling them by incorrect names. CONSISTENTLY. Some people need to have that done to them before they actually 'get it.' Treating people how you treat them can be a real eye-opener!

    Kristen Woehlke
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No one but my mom calls me by my right name (of course). My name is Kristen, but everyone seems to call me Krissy or Christian. I even said, call me by my nickname which is Wookie, because my last name is never, ever pronounced right at all. It's just gotten to a point where I don't even bother any more.

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    #23

    Coworker Spam Called Me 26 Times To Pick Up His Shift For The Course Of 3 Hours… This Was Not The First Time

    Desperate colleague texts and missed calls pleading to switch work shifts last minute.

    For context I closed last night so I don’t get out until 2:30am. I woke up to his messages at 4am asking to take his shift at 8am and I thought he would get the hint if i ignored it pretended to be asleep. Apparently not. Coworker has done this many times before (this time somehow managed to find my phone number and email and spam me there). I had to turn off my phone to get a goodnight sleep.

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    K. LNU
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is a do not disturb function on phones for this very reason.

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No is a complete sentence.

    Bryan Wright
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would report for out-of-hours harassment.

    CG
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Report this to HR/the boss.

    Fire Singer
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good job on you for ignoring him. If you even said yes once he'll think you'll do it every time.

    Seadog
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've seen people similar to this. They can't look outside the box of that one days schedule. You're not opening because you closed the night before. Asking you to open is ridiculous, but they'll never understand it.

    Ashley
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Get Robo Killer. Blocks spam calls and txt. For a small monthly fee the spam calls will get to hear a weird and funny message. (Sounds like someone crazy answered the phone.) you can go back and listen to it. ….add your co-workers name to the list.

    Sally Moen
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well it's pretty obvious the coworker was calling at 428am because they were still up. Actions have consequences but some people work extra hard to avoid them

    #24

    I Left My Lunch At My Desk For 10 Minutes And Came Back To This. Pretty Sure My Perpetually Drunk Coworker Is Responsible

    Empty pizza box with one crust left, a humorous example of worst colleagues' behavior.

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    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Complain to management. Thats theft. Then leave a rattlesnake in the empty box.

    Marianne
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You seem to have a thing with rattlesnakes. Are you ok?

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    Brian Droste
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Need to let HR or your supervisor know about your drunk co worker if you know for sure your co worker is drunk all the time. Not unless they don't care.

    Fire Singer
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow...while I don't agree with eating others food in the fridge at least there's the poor excuse of it was in a communal appliance. To eat it straight from someone's desk?? That's a level of inconsiderate I've never seen before.

    Spittnimage
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pour water on co-worker's chair seat.

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes !!! Do it just before leaving work one rainy Monday or Tuesday night. Soak it enough that there will still be enough water in the cushion but enough will have evaporated overnight that the chair will not be dripping in the morning.

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    Bryan Wright
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A swift kick in cajones might deter any future nibbles.

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    "You want to start by observing patterns and writing things down," seconds Kurczewski. "It is easier to have a productive conversation when you can point to specific examples. If you are a peer, speak up respectfully and directly. Be clear about what is not working. If you are a leader, do not wait. The longer you let it go, the more damage it causes. One of the most common mistakes I see is avoiding difficult conversations. But those conversations are what protect the culture, the team, and ultimately the business."

    #25

    Coworker Getting Paid To Sleep While I Work For 2

    Coworker asleep at desk after arriving late and taking a long coffee break, illustrating worst colleague experiences.

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    BeesEelsAndPups
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What is the point of that door blocked by his tiny desk

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In fact, use your computer's webcam to do a live feed directly to HR.

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    Bryan Wright
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I certainly wouldn't be covering for him.

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not your problem. Up to their manager to deal with.

    sbj
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a colleague who manages to sleep standing up in our laboratory

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unfortunately, I never managed that. Always had to use a chair or bed or sofa.

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    Bob Connely
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Call the Fire Marshall... because if there's ever a reason to grab an Extinguisher in an emergency, you'll likely not be able to get that door opened... and then you ALL might 'sleep forever'

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's probably nothing more than a broom closet, or maybe for office supplies.

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    Zara VP
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some people just have rough days

    Emilu
    Community Member
    Premium
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wake them up. Preferably with their coffee. Microwaved.

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    #26

    My Colleagues Have A "Not My Job" Attitude To Changing The Bins

    Overflowing trash bins in office, showcasing the worst colleagues leaving a mess.

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    Roxy222uk
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Management need to sort this out. There just needs to be a rota. It rarely works when it's down to good will, always ends up being the same couple of people.

    OneHappyPuppy
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Since we got a lot of newbies at work, and the cleaning lady comes once a week, my office put up a schedule who and when is supposed to take out the trash. If the trash isn't out - we know whose fault it is

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    Ben
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cheap ownership does not want to pay for cleaners apparently.

    Brenda
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They too good to at least bag it up? plain lazy!

    Liz Butt
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't you have a cleaner or a janitor who does this?

    Nuku Nyara
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I experienced something similar with flat-mates in my college years. We called it the stacking game. You stack the trash as high as you can-Jenga style and if you place the piece of garbage that causes it to topple, you're the winner who gets to take out the trash 🤣🤣🤣

    Riley Quinn
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Isn't that something the cleaning staff should be dealing with?

    Sarah
    Community Member
    9 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where are the cleaners? Are they hired? They’d have the place glistening in no time

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Went back to check the picture. You're right. There are empty food containers in that trash, so it IS a health hazard.

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    Klondike Penguin
    Community Member
    9 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My sense of tidiness strikes again, and it’s brought cleanliness and consideration along.

    Bob Connely
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Walk away. You work with filthy animals... find a new gig if it REALLY bothers you!

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most definitely. In fact, run to a new job.

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    #27

    Coworker Asked Me If I Got Her Note That A Customers Order Needed Canceled. This Was The Note…

    A handwritten note on a desk, showcasing a message from challenging colleagues.

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    Emilu
    Community Member
    Premium
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    “Sorry, I’m not fluent in doctor.”

    Jan Moore
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm a retired RN and that isn't even doctor. My husband is a retired RPh and can't read it either.

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    Robert T
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are you a doctor or do work in a pharmacy?

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    detective miller's hat
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I see "Christ [pic of feather]. cancel -Liters"

    Emilu
    Community Member
    Premium
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can’t unsee that now 🤣

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    Amy Smith
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's a government department somewhere looking for that extraterrestrial message

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OH !! That's why there were two men in black suits and dark sunglasses at the door. And on an overcast day, too !

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    Shadow
    Community Member
    7 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Something ending with 'cancel 2 items'

    JP Purves
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like it was written on toilet paper.

    alaina66
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's NOT handwriting!! That's hieroglyphics!!! I HATE bad/illegible handwriting!!

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    Meanwhile, Bhasin advises trying to understand where the person is coming from, except in situations where an employee has been abusive toward other employees.

    "With this insight, I help them deepen their self-awareness and see the impact of their actions on others. With this greater self-awareness, the employee often chooses a path of self-improvement to build more positive relationships with colleagues. And if they are not willing to make changes, there is a separate conversation about their future in the company that needs to happen."

    #28

    My Mom Confronted Her Coworker About How She Parked On Top Of Her Car. She’s Claiming Not Only Is There Space Between, But Was “Being Attacked” From Being Confronted And Has Been Bullying Her Since

    Close-up of two cars parked nearly touching, showcasing worst colleagues in parking scenario.

    Her Other Coworker, Who Is Friends With This One, Claims There Is Space Between Too.

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    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Leave a rattlesnake in her glove compartment

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's just plain mean to the rattler. By the way, could I order a cheetah or an ocelot from you?

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    Kate
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Add a trailer hitch. Coworker may not notice and will definitely regret it.

    Lyoness
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can the mom can still get out? Then it's annoying AF and the coworker is a tw*t. On the other hand if her car is blocked in then she should make 2 calls. 1st to HR, 2nd to a tow truck. Actually she really should get HR involved either way for the bullying.

    Nikki Gross
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dump confetti all over the hood and windshield of her car, because it won't cause permanent damage but will be annoying as hell to deal with. Glitter can damage the paint, so confetti is definitely the way to go if you want to annoy the f**k out of them.

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Touch a few confetti to a glue stick before you apply them to the car.

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    Renaissance man
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    do what I do, carry a pair of pliers with you, and pull every valve stem out of all four tires with the pliers. When they come out to go home that will have four flat tires and will need a tow they will have to pay for.

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Actually, it would be easier to push the valve stem in to let the air out. Or get a valve stem extractor and unscrew the stems until the air starts to come out then retighten the stem just a quarter turn. The air will escape at a slow pace.

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    Cristi nah
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, there's the díameter of an atom between the cars! Plenty of space

    Bryan Wright
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A useful trick would be to use some six-inch nails in the tyres.

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One's car is as5-ki55ing the other's car. That's what I see. Had to go back and had to change a 55 without the space because it got starred.

    Dee Rutherford
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is…under the bumper where they are touching the car

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    #29

    Brought This Pie To An Office Potluck. My Coworker Sliced It Like This And Took From The Middle

    Pumpkin pie missing a slice, highlighting challenges with worst colleagues.

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    BeesEelsAndPups
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Again, this is justifiable homicide. No jury would convict

    Regina Holt
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I see pictures like this every so often. this is obnoxious. I don't always like the crust on pies, but i just accept a regular piece and leave the crust on my plate.

    Bonnie Blue Bird
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Had a coworker cut a huge piece from the center of a loaf coffee cake, then tell everyone 'It's the biggest and best piece.' It was purchased for someone's birthday. Not his.

    Charity Angel
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mum used to make a lime drizzle cake to take into work for special occasions (or sometimes just because she wanted to treat her team). It was always the ends that got fought over - not the middle (birthday person would always be guaranteed an end). I've always found that unless it's overbaked, the ends are better than the middle of a loaf cake (lime drizzle or otherwise). I suppose different people have different tastes, but no reason to be a jerk about it. Especially when it's NOT YOUR CAKE. The sheer entitlement of people, seriously.

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    Emilu
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    … okay, I can cope with a lot of workplace foibles but that one would do me in.

    Seadog
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This person doesn't like the crust around the outside so they do this so they can get the center. They do this at home and serve the slices and people just assume he/she can't cut straight.

    April Pickett
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mmm.....he doesn't like the crust and just wanted a small piece?

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    #30

    How My Domestic Colleagues Leave The Vacuum And Extension Cable At Work. It Takes Me Nearly 10 Minutes To Untangle It All. I Have Told Them Multiple Times To Put It All Away Tidy

    Vacuum cleaner with a tangled orange cord, exemplifying the frustration of working with worst colleagues.

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    Zara VP
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel this. It's such a simple thing to roll up the cord nice and neat but honestly it's just one of those things that I can't be bothered with and annoys the c**p out of me. My husband solved this by getting a vacuum that has an automatic cord retractor. It's amazing.

    Charity Angel
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's easier to do it neatly than to make that mess! I get the feeling OP's colleagues are doing it on purpose to mess with them.

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    detective miller's hat
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I was at uni, if you brought cables back to the equipment rental room like this, the equipment room manager would publicly shame you in the hallway and make you do it right. No one did that twice lol.

    Sarah
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In fairness it is a massive pain.

    Sally Moen
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They make these big plastic cord holders that, after you coil the cord neatly, they can be taken away by using a handle.

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    bart simpson
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's tidy. It's not all over the place. Now if there were a reel to wind up the extension cord on, that would be a different story. Looks like a 50-foot cord, but even at 25 feet a reel would be a great help.

    Sally Moen
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like an Oreck vacuum, with a very long extension cord, due to being a big area to clean. Not much can be done except getting your lead or manager to fix this, maybe getting you your own cord. Or penalizing workers that do this

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Easier to buy a reel for the extension cord.

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    Bob Connely
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You have un-domesticated "colleagues"

    G A
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    9 months ago

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    As long as you are on the clock, not worth worrying about.

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    Lastly, Hart notes, "Creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and valued can prevent a lot of these issues from starting in the first place. Encouraging everyone to give regular feedback, training employees on how to communicate effectively, and recognizing when people treat each other well can make a big difference in building a positive work environment."

    #31

    Coworker Started A Literal Dumpster Fire

    Dumpster fire in a workplace area, illustrating worst colleagues scenario with flames inside the trash bin.

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    Tom Brincefield
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Factory I used to work at, we kept the pallets stacked outside in the back, right beside where the utilities were. There was a blower that blew out exhaust from various machines in the room, and it was always warm. It was a great place for the smokers to stand when the weather was cold & wet, and it kept the pallets nice & dry. You would think after the first or second fire, management would make rules about smoking around the very dry wood, but it took the like 4 before they put a can for cigarette butts back there, and 3 more before they banned smoking back there. Which at least slowed it down.

    Nikki Gross
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Was this in 2020, because that would be reasonable and expected response to that year.

    Seadog
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Had a coworker set a customers car on fire because he tried to replace an emissions h*e with a coolant hose, AFTER we all told him you can use coolant hose designed to carry coolant in place of emissions hose which sees temps well over 500 degrees. In his eyes, they look the same (his actual words). No they did not fire him.

    Bryan Wright
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Smoke signals for I want to go home early.

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Again, not your problem

    Tom Brincefield
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, it's not like fire can spread to nearby objects or anything. 🙄

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    #32

    I’ve Been On Medical Leave From Work Since Being Diagnosed With A Rare Form Of Cancer. None Of My Coworkers Have Reached Out To Me At All, Until Just Now

    Text message discussing being let go due to colleagues sleeping at work.

    Also, I literally was their “boss”.

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    Emilu
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Devil’s advocate… the power dynamics probably play a role here. I know at my job unless we were specifically told someone was unwell (which would be by the person themselves as work rightfully wouldn’t go spilling our personal business) people would assume they were taking time off for innocent reasons and nobody below management is familiar enough with the managers to say “oh hey, you’ve been gone for a while; something up?”

    Neb
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think a lot things feature in. Are you working from the same office (more chances to see each other), is usual week fully in the office, or hybrid, etc, etc. It might depend on the level of management as well. If the person raised from among the colleagues, or came externally.

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    Brenda
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I had breast cancer, I was surprised by who kept in touch. I helped moderate a parenting site from 2001 to about 2012. I made life long friends, but I've never met any of them. These ladies were amazing. Someone texted, emailed or called me every day. They did a fundraiser for me. They sent gifts. And one of them scheduled her return flight to Canada to have a overnight in my town just so she could check on me. But my brother never called, my BFF called & texted every day, but no visits until my surgery. it's weird.

    Charity Angel
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People get particularly weird about cancer. Some just don't like to think about it at all. Some people probably worry that they're bothering you when you should be concentrating on fighting. Not saying it's okay to do this, but I can get the psychology behind it. Your forum friends sound AWESOME - they are absolute treasures.

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    G A
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People are weird about illness.

    One Linus
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People are jerks

    Corvus
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or just awkward. Cancer is a pretty nasty topic, understandably. We had a coworker with cancer and were always afraid to bother her with phone calls or ask questions about her condition.

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    Don Adams
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When ai had my first cardiac episode, by boss (a great boss and even better friend), told everyone that I was in the hospital, doing well, and that I was not to be contacted as I needed the rest. A few good friends did reach out, but it was basically radio silence for the three weeks I was out. God to watch Band of Brothers, the first 2 Godfathers, and so much more in peace.

    Kalevra
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    no one at a job is obligated to be your friend or care about you.

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    #33

    The Printer Can Hold An Entire Ream Of Paper. So Why Don’t My Coworkers Fill The Empty Tray With The Entire Ream Of Paper?

    Open ream of copy paper left on a shelf, showing unorganized workplace habits by colleagues.

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    Bonnie Blue Bird
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I blame the printer. It probably lied about being out of paper. I swear at ours frequently. It does not care that I hate it.

    Charity Angel
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They are famous for their apathy in that area.

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    BarfyCat
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Our printers immediately jam if you put the whole ream in. I usually put the extra bit in a different drawer, though.

    Jan
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sometimes they won't pull the paper correctly if there is a whole ream even if it's supposed to. Parts wear out and it just doesn't work right so you get 3 sheets pulled at once or it jams.

    Bryan Wright
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I fear this happens in quite a few offices etc today. Some workmates don't seem to care about anyone but themselves.

    K. LNU
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I work with people who do this, only they leave 3-4 SHEETS and the wrapper. My perceived understanding is so they do not have to toss out the wrapper.

    Seadog
    Community Member
    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bank I worked for, the main copier would hold 5 reams. Don't think for one second any of the officers would fill the drawer. If it ran out of paper while they were making copies they'd just wait for someone to fill it then go back.

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where I worked, I posted a sign which said to call me if anything was wrong with the copier. I serviced that machine so well the manufacturer's rep only needed to come in for regular maintenance, instead of every week as he used to do before I took care of that machine. This was back in the seventies when those machines cost an arm and a leg and there was only one reliable brand. Also service calls were costly back then.

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    bart simpson
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Today, toner comes in a container which goes directly into the machine. Back in the seventies, the toner was dumped into a separate tray because the container was then used to catch the used toner. Don't ask me why there wasn't a spare. When properly done, it is a clean job with little to clean up.

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    Fire Singer
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm so glad this isn't a problem in just my office. I have no clue why people do this!

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There should be one go to person for the copier in each department. Said person(s) should be properly trained by the service company. This isn't a big deal. 30 minutes to an hour is all that's needed for what can be done by onsite personnel. Anything they can't handle likely needs the expert handling of the cpoier company's rep.

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    Roxy222uk
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because it was half empty and they knew they needed more than half?

    Mike F
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because it ran out of paper and they would only put enough in to start the printing process again. I think I worked with that @sshole for about 10 years.

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    G A
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    File under Life's Too Short

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    #34

    I've Had This Rubber Band Ball For 6 Years, Carefully Preserving Its Shape By Removing One Band At A Time. I Let A Colleague Borrow It For One Day, And She Destroyed It

    Rubber band ball on a desk near a pen and mouse pad, symbolizing chaos and bad colleagues at work.

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    Ann
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why in the world would somebody want to borrow it? What for? I’m not sure I believe this

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Neither do I. Rubber bands these days dry out in six months.

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    Liz Butt
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Then don't lend it to anyone.

    Sawdust
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You don't lend out a Fabergé egg.

    Bryan Wright
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ask them to buy a replacement and lock it away.

    Seadog
    Community Member
    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I once made my own. Weighed 28 pounds (about the size of a basketball). A couple coworkers made one too but gave up around 6 pounds. Security officer decides one evening after everyone is gone, that we should drop them from the roof (7 stories up) Weight didn't matter, 1st bounce placed them eye level with the 4th floor. After 3 bounces you could just walk up to them and catch them. I refused to drop mine. He agreed when I explained if it were to hit the curb we'd never stop it before it bounced into traffic.

    Oops
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    DO NOT LEND ANYTHING AWAY; EVEN TO FRIENDS!!! I learned this the hard way. Always destroying, keeping, demolishing.

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    #35

    Coworker Decided To Sample Every Doughnut

    Box of leftover donuts, mostly eaten, on an office table, showcasing worst colleagues' indulgence.

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    Emilu
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Least they used a knife. Be grateful for small mercies.

    HF
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    or maybe they have very straight teeth

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    quentariel
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's how we eat treats at work if someone brings something. Everyone takes a small piece here and there when they walk by the table (with a knife).

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow !!! Housebroken coworkers. You're in paradise.

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    Xip Dizc
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am in an office of 25 people. A dozen gourmet doughnut's is not enough to go around. Cutting pieces and trying a little of each is perfectly reasonable.

    CG
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean, so long as they used a knife to cut the donuts into smaller pieces, that would be one thing. Weird, but not the worst thing that could have been done with the donuts.

    Charity Angel
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I suppose it saves the arguments over who took the [x] one? That said, only okay if there are only 4 people, otherwise it's horrifically greedy to take a quarter of each

    Sue
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are you sure it was one coworker? We have several that only take a portion.

    Celtic Pirate Queen
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We do that in meetings, so I'm not sure if "sampling every donut" is correct. A lot of us just don't want a whole donut. To be honest this is pretty considerate.

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Besides, it could have been several people, not just one.

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    Seadog
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If that's all they left of a dozen, why didn't they just take the whole box? On another note, here's picture proof on how to stop people from eating your food. Cover is with sprinkles

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is your auto complete defective or is your s that near to your t?

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    #36

    My Co Workers Tea Cup, He Refuses To Wash It Because "It's Perfectly Seasoned" (We Drink Tea With Milk In My Country!!)

    Dirty mug with a tea bag left inside, highlighting a frustrating colleague experience.

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    Brenda
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Eventually, it will make them sick. I was a receptionist for a company years ago, in charge of scheduling the conference room, ordering food.& drinks, and cleaning up afterwards. One day, we had a last minute project bid that needed a larger facility. So they used our conference room. There were between 30 & 40 representatives there for over 4 hours. It was a disaster when they were done. I got it done & gathered the dishes. It took me about an hour to get them done. I come in the next morning and hear someone yelling in the big boss's office. About 9:30, I was called in & asked if I had washed everything. I had, as I'd been told the cleaners wouldn't. Apparently, one of the VP's had a cup he hadn't washed in like forever. I had scrubbed it clean (wasn't easy!) & he was furious! No one told me not to & he didn't take it. Big boss was laughing at the absurdity of it. 🙄

    BeesEelsAndPups
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's his nasty business. Don't use his cup

    Roxy222uk
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just to be clear, that isn't mould etc, that is just pigment from the tannin. My mugs get like that from drinking black tea without milk, even after being washed sufficiently to remove bacteria. It takes a good old scrub to get the tannin off. Leaving the tannin on ensures no other bugger uses your mug.

    Kate
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Barkeeper's will take care of that in a heartbeat.

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    Armac
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Once again this is not affecting you, get over it.

    TiNaBoNiNa
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As long as it's not visible to clients or customers.

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    Ace
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've seen this before, and TBH as long as it's a personal cup just let them get on with it. Most such will give it a superficial wash, a good rinse, between uses, so it's just staining, not actual residue from the milky tea you drank from it yesterday.

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's not just stained. It's full-on CRUD. An auger is needed here to get back to the porcelain.

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    Bryan Wright
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You only do that sort of thing with a wok, not a tea cup or mug.

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You wouldn't let a wok get that cruddy. You couldn't cook properly in it.

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    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why does it matter to you? You aren't using it.

    Sophia Pandia de Delphia
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It matters if customers/clients see it and if OP has to handle the mug owner's work if the owner gets sick from it.

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    Renaissance man
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just pour bleach in it and leave it in the sink. When I was in the Navy I had a superior officer whose cup looked like that. One day I cleaned it out and he raised a big stink about it. So the next day when he came in I had a small pine tree planted in it. He never did figure out I'm the one that did it.

    Sally Moen
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Coffee cups and tea mugs and water bottles/thermoses. Kind of wonder why they don't get food poisoning

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    #37

    Coworker Sweetly Left Me A Plant On My Only Chair

    Potted basil plant on table, leaving a water stain, related to worst colleagues scenario.

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    BeesEelsAndPups
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean, not smart, but thoughtful. The chair will dry

    Dori
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    meanwhile, the person needs to sit on that chair. I hope they have access to paper towels or something like that.

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    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tim Nice-Butt-Dim....

    Oops
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This was not mindful, but kind. Put a tissue on it and smile.

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They forgot the saucer part of the planter. Those plant pots all have a hole in the bottom. You're supposed to thread a wick through that hole and up through the potting soil, leaving a good length of wick dangling into the saucer part so the plant's roots will 'drink' from the bottom up. You're also supposed to add water into the saucer part of the planter, not into the upper pot.

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    #38

    The Only Toilet This Morning In My Office

    C*****d toilet seat in a bathroom, highlighting workplace challenges with colleagues.

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    Armac
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Things occasionally get broken 🤷🏽‍♂️

    Charity Angel
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Agreed, but you'd think the manager would have done something about it. Or at least let everyone know they hadn't been able to sort it that night, but a replacement seat will be arriving asap.

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    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes. Plastic seats are a b17ch.

    Sally Moen
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, I guess it's a squat toilet now, and if you pee on the seat, you have a valid excuse

    TiNaBoNiNa
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Were they standing on the seat and slipped off?

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No. These things do happen. My brother has had a wood seat on his toilet in his apartment like for the last 40+ years and it broke recently, but neatly along the glue seams. So he'll be able to repair the seat and still use it. That seat has been cleaned once every week to my knowledge. His apartment is very clean.

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    The Abe
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Actually I'm not even mad, that's amazing.

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cheapo plastic loo seat.

    bart simpson
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Try to find a wooden one today. I dare you.

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    #39

    Coworker Ate My Food

    Text exchange highlighting coworker troubles over stolen breakfast from fridge.

    This morning a friend bought me breakfast and a fancy coffee, which is a treat, as I am a poor. I kinda had a bum day and wasn't feeling well so I didn't eat more than two bites. I taped it closed and wrote my name/date on it, as that's just what I do with personal items in the work fridge. Anywho, as the day progresses I just feel ho hum so I wrote a message to my boss asking if I could finish my tasks the following day and head out early. They didn't mind and so I go home and lay down.
    Sometimes towards the end of my nap I received a text message from the closer asking if they could eat my food. I replied about 40 mins after the message was received. I feel terrible for being peeved but I was looking forward to having it tomorrow anyway... rant over. There's no issue really because they offered to replace it but I won't accept because I know this person struggles financially just as I do...

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    Emilu
    Community Member
    Premium
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    … tf? “Can I have them? … lols I already had them”. It’s like using your car indicators to indicate you’re already ramming someone’s side panel in. A****t.

    TheElementalGod️️ (He/him)
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not only that, but they use "can I has them", "I did eated them", "I has money to buy you a new one". The grammar is ATROCIOUS.

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    G A
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My God the state of the language used makes me want to cry.

    Ruthie R
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is the OP's colleague Dobby the elf?

    Earthquake903
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do they think it's cute to talk like they're a cat asking for a cheeseburger?

    Sue
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is your coworker a cat?

    Sordatos
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean the person is at least saying they will buy a new one?

    SCP 4666
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes u can haz. And u canz pet the lolcat

    DowntownStevieB
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tell your friend to fix their grammar. Like, try and sound like a normal adult.

    Sophia Pandia de Delphia
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What if the person's grammar is so bad because English is not their first language and they're still learning it? Just a thought but I guess it's easier to attack the texter's grammar, even though BPers go ballistic when someone corrects another's grammar and punctuation.

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    #40

    My Coworker Always Leaves The Microwave Door Open

    Microwave with open door placed awkwardly on top of a fridge, showing a common office scenario with challenging colleagues.

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    BeesEelsAndPups
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Compared to the others, this seems trivial. Unless he just cooked fish in there

    Marcellus II
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    hygiene tells me to regularly leave a microwave open. Otherwise mould and worse grows in it.

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    detective miller's hat
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My parents do that, and also with the kitchen cabinets and it drive me NUTS. When I moved out, the first time they came to visit my apartment, stepmom trolled me by opening every single cabinet and drawer while I was in the bathroom. Well played mom, LOL.

    Rick Murray
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I do this, but not that wide. Why? Because of how they work, they can get pretty damp inside and closing the door immediately after use will lead to the thing rusting. That being said, mine (at home) and the ones at work are older mechanical devices so the light goes off when the timer pings.

    BarfyCat
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The real crime here is putting the microwave up so high that only tall people can use it!!!

    Snackmachine
    Community Member
    Premium
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I do this for a few minutes after using it. The humidity can cause rusting

    Susan
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yep, same at my office. She leave open the microwave, the fridge (which has all of our food in it), and security doors.

    FABULOUS1
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is as bad as leaving the numbers blinking.

    Toothless Feline
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I genuinely do not understand people who leave doors open like this. If you're done with it, shut the fking door!

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lay on the kitchen floor, pretend you have smacked your head on it and make a claim on your co workers insurance. Job done.

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    #41

    I Let A Colleague Borrow One Of My Favorite Books, And It Was Returned To Me With The Pages Written On And Stuffed With Sticky Notes

    Open book with underlined text and notes, highlighting community and brand management.

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    Brenda
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nope! They'd be replacing it!

    Shark Lady
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's a declaration of war. I learnt long ago not to lend out my books.

    Roxy222uk
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yup, me too after my signed copy with Interview with A Vampire got lost by coworker back in the early nineties

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    RedHairedDragon
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'll let everyone else comment on the s****y behavior, and just leave a remark on the fact that OP has "marketing rebellion" as one of their favorite books.

    Lady Eowyn
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I never lend books. Ever. Just because of this.

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tell them to get on Amazon PDQ. Someone I trusted borrowed a book but then lent it on to a 3rd party who wrecked it and couldn't have cared less. I still hate her today.

    BarfyCat
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I only lend books to a trusted few!

    #42

    My Coworker Told Me That Everyone Dressed Up At My Office. Now I’m The Only Person Dressed Like Captain Kirk Amongst Khakis And Polo Shirts

    Man in yellow Star Trek uniform takes a selfie at his office desk, showcasing a unique colleague experience.

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    #43

    My Colleague Is Blocking My Office Waste Bin With His Empty Pizza Box Almost Every Day. He Know I Hate Him For That So He Made Upgrade

    Pizza box with "You shall not pass" message drawn in red, illustrating bad colleagues scenario in an office setting.

    Thaifox Report

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tell him to recycle. Or put a rattlesnake in your bin.

    Fire Singer
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love all your solutions involve a rattlesnake. LOL!

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    Verena
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Teach him asa four year old how to fold a box

    #44

    This Is Supposed To Be Cleaned Every Night By My Coworker With 15 Years Of Experience Running His Own Coffee Shop

    Dirty espresso machine and grinder showing neglect and poor maintenance by worst colleagues.

    Nothing has been scrubbed since last weekend (the last time I worked at the coffee bar).

    moonwtr Report

    BeesEelsAndPups
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Was their coffee shop closed by the health inspector after fifteen years?

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who is the manager? Not doing their job properly?

    #45

    This Knife Blade Was 15 Days Old. Still Factory Sharp, When I Handed It To A Coworker Who Wanted To Borrow My Pliers. He Had It For 15 Mins

    Multitool knife blade close-up on a textured surface, showcasing detailed edges and circular cutouts.

    theitguy52 Report

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Needs to replace it. Then set a leopard on him.

    #46

    Coworker Sick All Week, Won't Go Home

    Text from a frustrated employee sharing their experience with the worst colleagues during pregnancy.

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    SirWriteALot
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    PTO is not for sickness. Paid sick leave is for sickness. Make sure you vote for someone who will bring your labor laws into the 21st century.

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Too late. The US is going back to the 1800s

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    K. LNU
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hate it when people come in sick. Stay home and quit infecting the entire office.

    Fire Singer
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The only time I get it is when people work a job that will literally fire them if they're out sick "too much". I used to have a job that regardless if you had a doctors note or anything if you were sick too often, I can't remember exactly how often, but you'd be fired. So, sharing colds was sadly common.

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    #47

    Did The Mistake Of Calling My Coworker Bro

    Text exchange showing awkward communication between colleagues.

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    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Weirdly and creepily specific. I think they very much ARE into sibling stuff.

    Roxy222uk
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or thought it through very carefully and eventually come to that decision?

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    Sordatos
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That person needs some vacation

    Emilu
    Community Member
    Premium
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Agreed. I’d be shooting that to him in the next text, too. 🤣

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    #48

    Gave A Coworker My Screwdriver (Not The Work's) To Use For Literally A Day And This Is How It Came Back

    A poorly wrapped screwdriver in a messy workplace, showing frustration with colleagues.

    Substantial-Title-25 Report

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Never ever lend anyone anything is my motto

    Brian Droste
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Time to charge him gor a new one.

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    #49

    Coworkers Make Each Other Valentines And I’m The Literally The Only One In My 12 Person Office That Didn’t Have One Made For Them. Some People Even Have Multiple… Awkward

    A whiteboard with colorful heart notes for Valentine's Day in an office, highlighting colleagues' messages.

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    Roxy222uk
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    America has a weird relationship with Valentine's Day where everyone has to state their love for everyone else. Getting children to send cards is super creepy and teaching them from a young age that girls and boys aren't friends but prospective romantic partners only.

    Sara Shamsabadi
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    not to mention the obsession with consumerism. You only love someone if you buy them things & spend money on them.

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    Brian Droste
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why are your co workers writing Valentines cards to each other? That is so childish. I can see people who are couples doing this for each other. But doing it to multiple people and them doing it back to each other is again is so childish.

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not really. Nobody likes you, clearly.

    BarfyCat
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ugh, I hate this kind of B.S.

    #50

    Coworker Talking To Me About Temporarily Not Having A Car, I Tried Being Optimistic And He Drastically Changed The Subject

    Text exchange reveals frustration with a colleague's conversation turning awkward, highlighting challenging workplace dynamics.

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    #51

    This Is How My Colleagues Left Their Office Space (Not Only Did They Throw Away Food, But They Didn't Bother Leaving Me Any)

    Office kitchen cluttered with trash bags and catering boxes, depicting worst colleagues' mess.

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    CSC
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Upvote for Portillo's!

    Fry Day
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And not your problem to clean up either.

    Brian Droste
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't your office have a cleaning person come in and take care of the trash and clean the office? Most businesses have something like that.

    Regina Holt
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is disgusting. The cleaners should get extra pay for stuff like this.

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why would they, or are you the one that normally steals it from the fridge? Entitled!

    #52

    My Colleague Hogging All The Angle Grinders Cuz He Can't Be Bothered To Change Out A Single Disk

    Three unused angle grinders on a workbench, illustrating workplace challenges with colleagues.

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    Cyber Returns
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Take all the disks... ALL of them!

    cj be like
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    is that a creative way to say b@stard or something else? kinda looks like a keyboard smash to me but i could be wrong

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    #53

    Out Of Dishwasher Detergent, Coworker Decided To Use Dishwashing Liquid

    Dishwasher overflow caused by worst colleagues, with foam spilling out onto the kitchen floor.

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    Charity Angel
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm choosing to believe this is a lack of education rather than malicious. Also, part of the blame is on whoever let the dishwasher detergent run out.

    Rural Alberta Mama
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oof, I did this at work by accident once. I was young and dumb lol, plus I didn't have a dishwasher, I always did dishes by hand!

    Brian Droste
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Need to get him a mop and bucket and say here you go. You created this, you clean it up.

    #54

    The Way My Coworker Put The Anti-Theft Tag On All Of The New Stock

    Security tag left on pants due to careless colleagues.

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    Ace
    Community Member
    Premium
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's just a lack of proper training and/or supervision.

    Cyber Returns
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Grab a stack out of storage and put them in one of the changing rooms

    #55

    My Coworker "Locked" Me In The Porta Potty And Then Went To Lunch

    A door is awkwardly blocked by a lock and chain on the outside, showcasing workplace challenges with colleagues.

    That's solid copper wire from electrical cable. He got me good! Plotting my revenge now...

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    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Prankers are w@nkers

    #56

    Coworker Feels The Need To Share Everything On A Company Wide Channel. Here Is Today’s Latest Un-Requested Update

    Text thread humor: Describing a chaotic vet visit and cat mishap.

    ChiefHat Report

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Boss needs to stomp on it. Not the cat, before anyone says it.

    Charity Angel
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Indeed. Cats peeing in their carrier is not unusual in the slightest - vets see it all the time - but that doesn't need to be shared with the world at large.

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    Charity Angel
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Before anyone asks about why the vet didn't use the pre-existing donation of urine, it's been sloshing around the carrier, in contact with goodness know what. There are certain tests that won't be affected by these contaminants, but most will. A controlled sample, such as done into a clean, empty litter tray, is much better.

    #57

    Coworkers Misspelled My Name And Got Me A Cake I Can’t Eat On My Birthday

    Text story about a person with bad colleagues who spelled their name wrong and ignored dietary needs on their birthday.

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    BeesEelsAndPups
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    None of my coworkers know how to spell my name. They even misspell my name in replies to my email, where my name is in the signature. My name is Rafael. It's not hard or even very unique. It's a fairly common name even.

    SkyyCaramba
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I might misspell it once, but then be like, "c**p" when I realized and correct it

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    Biytemii
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's been proven that gluten can't really hurt you badly unless you are actually gluten intolerant like you have to be allergic to it. So people who just eat non gluten because it's non gluten really don't need to to be healthy

    AsylumWalker
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Actually there are lots of studies still going on about the effects of gluten on ghe microbiome

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    BarfyCat
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    *Laughs in birthday on a major holiday*

    Sara Shamsabadi
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the gesture is still thoughtful, get over yourself ffs

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    #58

    Coworker Threatened To Go To Hr For "Food Shaming"

    Text describing a difficult colleague who heated fish in the office kitchen, causing a disturbance.

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    Charity Angel
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She can go to HR about me barfing all over her instead. "Food shaming" - FFS. That's one of the cardinal rules of office microwave etiquette

    Roxy222uk
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If it was a one off maybe the OP could calm down. Yes it's smelly, and not specifically pleasant for OP (wouldn't bother me), but we have to rub along with a bit of give and take. Maybe they were using up their evening meal leftovers.

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Go to HR about her being smelly

    Mike F
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And put a rattlesnake in the microwave?

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    #59

    Coworker Of Mine Braided The Cords So I Can’t Tell Which Cord Leads To Which

    Tangled cords in a basket with tablets, illustrating workplace colleague challenges.

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    Shaggy
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is actually smart, removes the clutter. Unless you have to send out the charger with the pad, but otherwise, I think it is kinda smart.

    Kalevra
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    who cares? looks like these chargers dont get taken with the tablets anyway.

    Brenda
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Make them unbraid it. This is one of the reasons I label every single cord as soon as I get it. I can't remember which one is for what device. They're all black or white and either about 6 inches or a foot long.

    RedHairedDragon
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And often have the same connectors and do the same thing

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    #60

    One Of My Coworkers Forwards All His Spam Newsletters To The Entire Office. Unsubscribing Isn’t An Option Because They’re Addressed To Him

    Text exchange showcasing passive-aggressive emails between colleagues.

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    RedHairedDragon
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had this happen to me once. I did a reply all and asked them to remove me from the mail list. The second time it happened, I replied all and said that the next time I received such a mail I would block their mail. Several people also replied that they would do the same. Never got a third mail

    Roxy222uk
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How is that not misuse of the business's email?? The employer should be on it like a car bonnet.

    Emilu
    Community Member
    Premium
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sign his email up to all the p**n sites! /s

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Block him and when he says you haven't responded tell him you've blocked nuisance spammers sending rubbish

    #61

    Coworker Got Into My Bag And Used My Body Spray

    Text story about a workplace incident involving a misplaced jacket and a bottle of discontinued body spray.

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    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Theft. Put a rattlesnake in your bag next time.

    Kalevra
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    what is it with you and tattlesnakes? Steve Austin wont fit.

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    Regina Holt
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, the culprit will be easy to find, then go to HR to report theft.

    Cyber Returns
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Put a small padlock on the bags zip

    #62

    My Coworkers Like To Follow My Boss Around And Have Fun Conversation So They Can Get Paid To Do Absolutely Nothing

    Workers in a grocery aisle with one on a ladder, highlighting challenging colleagues, store aisle 18 in the background.

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    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Stop worrying about what others do and do your own job

    Kira Okah
    Community Member
    9 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If your own job requires other people to do their own jobs and they are not doing their own jobs, coworkers pratting about becomes your business.

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    #63

    Just Yesterday I Bought New Sneakers. And Today A Colleague Splattered Them With Printer Ink

    Sneaker with a folded sole and mismatched laces worn by a person on a concrete floor, highlighting worst colleagues humor.

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    Roxy222uk
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Printers are evil and this one is trying to provoke a conflict for its own amusement.

    Kalevra
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those things are hidieous anyway.

    #64

    My Coworker Drove The Truck Against A Bridge, And Now The Back Won't Open

    IKEA delivery truck stuck due to a tight turn, showcasing the challenges faced by colleagues in delivery jobs.

    Yonder_Bot Report

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm sure Ikea has more than one delivery van....

    #65

    Coworker Left A Transmission On The Floor Overnight And Didn't Drain It Before Leaving. Nearly Busted Me

    Workshop floor with an oil spill near automotive parts, showcasing a messy colleague's workspace.

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    #66

    I Started Keeping Track Of My Coworker's Questions. Needless To Say, I Spend Most Of My Day Repeating Myself

    Tally marks on paper captioned "What's that?" and "Huh?", illustrating challenges with colleagues.

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    Fry Day
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Everytime! "What?" ... Ugh!

    Cosmo
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe they have hearing issues. I do and I hate having to ask people to repeat themselves

    Biytemii
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hey I have to disagree with some of this because I have this problem I need to be reminded of things constantly depression Make sure short-term memory very hard and sometimes you're short-term memory just goes when you get older I need constant reminders and my anxiety makes me ask a ton of questions just so I know I'm doing it right

    #67

    I Have A New Coworker And They Flip The Toilet Roll Every Single Time They Use The Bathroom

    Toilet paper roll installed backwards in a restroom, highlighting workplace colleague issues.

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    Bonnie Blue Bird
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Flip it back ... start a TP war!

    Clown fish
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone is doing this in my work! I'm the cleaner the loo roll is over not under.

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    Kalevra
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    tape the patent design above it

    Regina Holt
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Report this abuse of the TP roll to HR dept. This person will not make it past the probationary period.

    Brenda
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The patent actually shows it going over the top. You use less that way

    K. LNU
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most days, I'm just happy someone replaced the roll!

    Roxy222uk
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, no, no, no, sacking offence.

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    K**l them. K**l them now!

    #68

    The Way My Colleague Opened The Pack Of Gum I Just Bought

    Hand holding a pack of gum with poorly removed wrapper, illustrating annoying colleagues.

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    #69

    My Colleague Thought This Was Funny. "Kurt" In Keyboard

    HP keyboard with rearranged keys, demonstrating challenges faced with difficult colleagues.

    Cereb_ Report

    Tropical Tarot
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OMG I will go roll over this person's toes on your behalf.

    g90814
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd swap it for their keyboard... after a thorough cleaning.

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ask management for a new keyboard as yours is faulty suddenly

    CG
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not really. Imagine having a QWERTY keyboard, and coming to see this.

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    Tom Brincefield
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You look at your keyboard when you type?

    g90814
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    some people feel for the bump on the F and J keys to know the right placement.

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    #70

    This Is Why I Don't Like To Give Coworkers My Number

    Text message exchange highlighting a colleague's complaint about a missing mug, showcasing worst colleagues.

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    Roxy222uk
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Y'see, this is why I allow the tannin stain to build up in my mug!

    G A
    Community Member
    9 months ago

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    Don't keep anything personal at work

    #71

    This Is The Only Fridge At Work. There Are Shelves For Lunch Boxes But They Fill The Fridge With These

    Lunch bags stored incorrectly in a workplace fridge, showcasing worst colleagues' habits.

    DogOfTheArmy Report

    Brenda
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aren't those lunch boxes? They're just the kind that keep food chilled or warm because they're insulated. They could stack them better, though

    Kalevra
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    looks like plenty of room in there

    Savannah Newman
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is that a fish staring at us on the top shelf?

    #72

    A Colleague Said They Had A Bookcase I Can Take. I Drove Round And This Is It

    Magazine rack filled with various colorful books, illustrating disorganized workplace filing by worst colleagues.

    They didn't mention it was tiny, nor did they mention its for kids. He never teases or trolls. I took it to be polite but it'll go straight to charity shop.

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    Ashley Harrold
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That would be a great one to have out to put magazines for guests to read

    G A
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Should have asked more questions shouldn't you?

    Roxy222uk
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't think anyone is 'in the wrong' just poor communication between the two. I bet the next time someone offers the OP a book case they'll remember to ask for the dimensions. But it would have been okay to say "aah, you're so kind, thank you, but it isn't exactly what I was looking for" I bet a local playgroup etc would have taken it.

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    Ace
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beggar, chooser much?

    Tropical Tarot
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is an expectation of shelves when you say a bookcase.

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    My Coworker Said She’s Water My Plant While I Worked From Home. Stopped In To Do Some Quick Mailing And Found My Poor Plant Dying

    Office cubicle with a drooping orchid and whimsical desk decorations, representing worst colleague scenarios.

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    Verena
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not dying. The flowers wither, the stem dries out and a new stem will grow with buds. That's what orchids do. It would be dying if all green leaves were yellow

    HeavyMetalHeart
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, I have the same type of orchid and that’s what it does. This looks completely healthy.

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    G A
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Take it home then

    Child of the Stars
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    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Orchids are very particular. If you find the spot where they flourish, you don't move them.

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