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Surviving the Worst Jobs: 8 Horrific Workplace Stories

Are you tired of feeling miserable at work? You’re not alone. Unfortunately, many of us have experienced the agony of a terrible job. From toxic bosses to unbearable work environments, these nightmares can make us question our career choices. But take comfort in knowing that you’re not alone. Here are eight horrific workplace stories that will make you grateful for your current job, no matter how bad it may seem.

The Micromanaging CEO

Imagine having to copy your CEO on every email, internal or external. That was the reality for KM, who worked at a tech startup in Sydney, Australia. The CEO’s control didn’t stop there; he would even review and edit emails before they were sent. If that wasn’t enough, he prohibited birthday celebrations and forced employees to work long hours without breaks. No wonder 25 people left the company in just two years.

The Bully Boss

Meet the law firm boss who made his employees’ lives a living hell. He would ask ridiculous questions, like what his employee’s last name was, and then yell at them in front of everyone. He even placed an employee at the front desk because he thought she “looked like a receptionist.” It’s no wonder the employee developed a drinking problem to cope with the stress.

The Hellish Hotel

Samantha thought she had landed a dream job at a boutique hotel in New York. But her boss had other plans. She was expected to work multiple roles, including marketing coordinator, housekeeper, and cook. Her boss would change her schedule at a moment’s notice, making childcare impossible. And to top it off, she was asked to commit insurance fraud by lying to customers about cancelations.

The Covid-Ignorant Law Firm

During the pandemic, this law firm in Baltimore, Maryland, refused to let employees work remotely. They didn’t require masks, and people were forced to come to work even when sick. One employee was told to come in despite being exposed to Covid-19. It’s no wonder the turnover rate was high, and employees were desperate to escape.

The Mega Micro-Manager

In Washington, D.C., a nonprofit manager took micromanaging to new heights. She would show up late, take personal calls, and then question her employees about their student loans and menstrual cycles. Yes, you read that right. It was only a matter of time before she started bullying and manipulating her staff.

The Senior Sexter

At a law firm in West Virginia, a senior attorney asked an intern to retrieve her phone from her car. But when the intern saw a compromising message on the phone, she snapped a photo and sent it to a coworker. Little did she know that the message would end up in the wrong hands, leading to a deposition and a lot of awkward questions.

The Super Controlling CEO

In Scottsdale, Arizona, a software startup CEO took control to new extremes. He would change his mind constantly, ask his employee to do more with no budget, and even questioned her commitment to the job. And to top it off, he had a habit of firing people on a whim.

The Editor With An Erotic Alter Ego

In Toronto, Canada, a trade magazine editor had a secret life as an erotica novelist. But things took a strange turn when he started writing under a pen name – as a British Black woman. His employee discovered his racy novels and was shocked to learn that he would sometimes masturbate while writing them. Needless to say, it was only a matter of time before he was terminated.

Remember, no matter how bad your job may seem, there are people out there who have had it much worse. So take a deep breath, count your blessings, and try to make the best of your situation. And if all else fails, start looking for a new job – one that doesn’t involve erotic alter egos or micromanaging CEOs.