Work and Awkward: Someone thinks highly of themselves

Someone thinks highly of themselves

By Anonymous - 20/04/2022 10:00

Today, on my first day, I tried to ask my new boss a question, she visibly recoiled and actually gave me the, “I already have a boyfriend” line, and shut her door in my face, then locked it. I still need my question answered before I can start working, so I guess I’ll just sit and do nothing. FML

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By Technomage - 27/03/2021 11:01

Today, my first day at the job, I went up to my coworker and began to ask her name. She cut me off and snapped, “I have a name.” FML

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Emotional

By Vanessa - 18/01/2023 16:00

Today, I went to my boss’s office to ask him a question. He basically gave me a cold look and replied, “You just answered your own question.” Due to my pregnancy hormones, it took all the strength I had to not burst into tears right there and then. I went back to my desk and let it all out. FML

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By Anonymous - 17/11/2016 01:29

Today, I'm starting a new job. Only problem is, I haven't been told what my duties are, who my line manager is, or who to ask if I need help. FML

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You deserved it 923

Overly enthusiastic

By Dan the man - 08/10/2024 00:00 - Canada

Today, I excitedly got ready for my first day at my new job. I arrived on time, dressed up, only to find out they meant next Monday, not today. My new boss just gave me a weird look and said, "See you next week?" FML

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You deserved it 143

By niceboss - 25/11/2010 02:32 - Singapore

Today, on my first day of work, my new boss treated me to lunch. Thinking she was really nice, I thanked her for the treat. She fixed me with a cold, unsmiling stare and said, "Oh, don't thank me. I'm being paid to do this." FML

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By Worthless Waste of Skin Who Hates Himself - 30/04/2016 12:59 - Georgia - Tbilisi

Today, I finally got the courage to talk to this coworker I like and ask her out for a coffee next door. She was dismissive, cold and rude, and filed a complaint with HR. FML

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You deserved it 2 282

By Anonymous - 22/06/2011 05:35 - United States

Today, it was my first day at my new job. My new boss asked me if I was single. After telling him I have been happily married for 6 years, he fired me on the spot. FML

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Goofs and gaffes

By Chelsea - 23/02/2023 12:00 - United States

Today, I called my new boss by my old boss's name during a meeting. My new boss said nothing, but just glared at me in silence. Somehow, I think he wasn't impressed. FML

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You deserved it 239

You wish!

By Anonymous - 22/04/2012 02:22 - United States

Today, on my first day of a new factory job, I discovered that my new boss had lied to me about my hours. I found this out when my coworkers burst out laughing when I mentioned having the weekends off, and talking about my recreational plans. FML

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Healthy work environment

By Skylalala - 14/06/2022 18:00

Today, I summoned the courage to go into my boss’s office and ask for a raise. He yelled at me, called me “ungrateful”, asked how dare I ask him such a question, and that I’m lucky to even have a job in the first place. I ended up reduced to tears. FML

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BurnInDemonFire 34

Wednesday 20 April 2022 11:48

Did you speak to any co-workers to find out what was going on, and see if any of them could answer your question?

Anderling 32

Wednesday 20 April 2022 10:03

If everything went as described, that is an extremely weird response to being asked a question and I am extremely concerned and worried for your boss.

Comments

Anderling 32

Wednesday 20 April 2022 10:03

If everything went as described, that is an extremely weird response to being asked a question and I am extremely concerned and worried for your boss.

BurnInDemonFire 34

Wednesday 20 April 2022 11:48

Did you speak to any co-workers to find out what was going on, and see if any of them could answer your question?

D J's MOM 17

Wednesday 20 April 2022 12:40

sounds like a problem for her and her ego. enjoy getting paid for nothing while it lasts lol

RichardPencil 30

Wednesday 20 April 2022 14:25

What a dick move hitting on your boss on Day 1! Keep it in your pants until a real opportunity presents itself, like a business trip or the company Christmas party. Anyways, for your first two weeks of work, you need to arrange your desk aids. The exact placement of your stapler, tape dispenser, scissors, paper clips (and/or, gulp, binder clips!), rubber bands and pencil cup is critical for your productivity going forward.