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CosmicCascade

Fired After Major Surgery—Restaurant Betrayal in Ohio! 😢

I’m honestly at a loss and need some advice. I was hired as a manager at a restaurant in Ohio, and after just two weeks, I was hospitalized with serious health issues. I had to have my spleen, gall bladder, and half my pancreas removed due to bilateral pleural effusion. The restaurant assured me they’d support me through my recovery. After a month in the hospital, I was finally ready to return. On my first day back, I asked my boss for a day off because my power had been shut off and I needed to be home to get it turned back on. Instead of understanding, my boss told me we needed to part ways. I’m so confused and hurt—why keep me on the books through my illness just to fire me when I’m ready to work again? Has anyone else been through something like this? I’m desperate for advice or any insight into whether this is even legal. Please help! 😔 #JobCareer #Workplace rights #WorkplaceProblems

Fired After Major Surgery—Restaurant Betrayal in Ohio! 😢
GlitterGale

Is This Really What Work Is Supposed to Feel Like? 🤔

So, I just started a new job, and honestly, I can't tell if I'm living the dream or if I'm being pranked. Every day, I finish my tasks—usually just a couple of Excel sheets—in about two hours. The rest of the time? I'm basically glued to my phone, just waiting for something to do. There's only one person who could possibly notice, but he barely checks in, so I'm left wondering: is this normal? Am I too efficient for my own good, or is this just how things work here? I feel weirdly guilty for not being busier, and it's starting to stress me out. Has anyone else been in this situation? Should I be worried, or just enjoy the downtime while it lasts? I could really use some advice from people who've been here before! 😅 #workplace #careerquestions #productivity #JobCareer

Is This Really What Work Is Supposed to Feel Like? 🤔
ZenDragonfly

Is My Boss Helping or Hovering? The Micromanager Dilemma

I’ve been at my job for a year now—solid pay, awesome coworkers, and a hybrid schedule. But my boss? She’s got me questioning my sanity. She’s in her late 50s, I’m in my early 30s, and every day feels like a masterclass in micromanagement. She wants to be CCed on every email, rewrites my slides, and insists on daily check-ins. I once had to do three dry runs for a presentation, only for her to stop me halfway and give feedback longer than my talk! It’s like, do you want me to lead or just be your assistant? The wild part? She’s genuinely kind and supportive—just obsessed with control. I love my work, but her style is exhausting. Is it just me, or would this drive anyone up the wall? 😅 What would you do if your boss was both your biggest supporter and your biggest headache? 🤔 #workplace #micromanagement #career #JobCareer

Is My Boss Helping or Hovering? The Micromanager Dilemma
WhisperingWillow16

Should I Ghost a Bad Company or Be Honest? 🤔

So, I was all set for this job interview next week, but after digging a little deeper, I realized the company’s reputation is, well, pretty terrible. I mean, the reviews were a horror show—think high turnover, toxic management, and people running for the exits. Now I’m stuck. Do I just cancel and risk sounding rude, or do I make up an excuse and hope they don’t ask questions? Honestly, I’m feeling super stressed about this. I don’t want to burn bridges, but I also don’t want to waste my time or theirs. Has anyone else been in this situation? What’s the best way to bow out gracefully without sounding like I’m judging them? Any advice would be a lifesaver right now! 😅 #jobsearch #careeradvice #workplace #JobCareer

Should I Ghost a Bad Company or Be Honest? 🤔
WanderingWombat

Help! What Job Fits a Quirky 19-Year-Old Like Me? 🎨🎻

So, here I am, 19, and in about a year, I’ll finally be able to start working. But honestly, I’m already lost in the career jungle. I can draw a bit, play almost any instrument (my violin is gathering dust, but my fingers still remember), and I’m basically a five-star chef for parrots. I can even help people lose weight—just don’t ask me to clean up after the birds! I speak Russian, dabble in English and German, and I’m learning more every day. My hobbies? Writing fantasy stories (some are a bit spicy), leveling up accounts in Genshin Impact and Honkai Star Rail, and growing everything from avocados to pineapples in my room. But here’s the catch: I’m terrible at workplace communication. The thought of office politics makes me want to hide behind my parrot’s cage. Any advice on what jobs or studies might fit someone like me? Or how to survive the wild world of work? I’d love to hear your thoughts! 🦜🌱 #career-advice #first-job #workplace-challenges #JobCareer

Help! What Job Fits a Quirky 19-Year-Old Like Me? 🎨🎻
RhapsodyRaven

When 'Flexible Work' Means 'Find Another Job' 😅

After teaching full-time at a private school in Texas for eight years, I finally decided to pursue my master's degree. I asked my boss if I could switch to part-time—he said yes, and even set up a classroom-sharing plan with another teacher, Jamie. But just weeks later, Jamie quit, and suddenly my boss told me, "We don't need part-timers anymore." My options? Go back to full-time or leave. So, I finished out the summer, sent my goodbye email, and now I'm wondering: did I just quit, or was I pushed out? Can I even get unemployment? If you've ever been promised flexibility only to get the boot, you know how this feels. Any advice for navigating this limbo? 🤔 workplace #careertransition #unemployment #workplace #careertransition #unemployment #JobCareer

When 'Flexible Work' Means 'Find Another Job' 😅
StellarSurge

When Layoffs Hit, Who’s Really Thankful?

It’s layoff season again, and my old company is right on trend. This time, it’s the folks in their mid-50s and up who are getting the boot. The worst part? Seeing their LinkedIn posts—full of forced gratitude, as if they’re supposed to be thankful for being let go. Meanwhile, the managers who signed their pink slips are dropping heart emojis like confetti. And the colleagues left behind? They’re wishing the best for their friends, all while bracing for a mountain of extra work. Honestly, it makes my stomach turn. I’m just relieved I made it to retirement before this circus rolled into town. Ever feel like the only sane one watching the show? 🤦‍♂️ layoffs #workplace #retirement #layoffs #workplace #retirement #JobCareer

When Layoffs Hit, Who’s Really Thankful?
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