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We live in the times of the cruel job market where you basically have to shower in a sea of cold “Good luck in your future endeavors!” application rejections to even get to the point of an interview with absolutely no promise of getting a position.

Getting rejected is something all job seekers grow accustomed to, even though it melts your confidence with each letter, leaving you with a sense of last hope until you finally get your job and everything suddenly seems like a bad dream, a nightmare, to be honest.

So it’s only fair that many workers do everything they can to maintain their job even if that means they have to put up with the boss from hell. The subreddit “Antiwork” is a shelter for those who think of ending work, including those who have had enough of their employers and had to expose their deeds online.

Below is a list of the worst screenshots submitted by employees who basically deserve a medal for their patience. Scroll down and be sure to share your own experiences working with a bad boss in the comments, if you have one. And if you don’t, then we are happy for you!

#1

Horrible Bosses

Horrible Bosses

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KJ
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Glad they did call the health inspector, heartless manager.

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#2

Who’s The Boss Now?

Who’s The Boss Now?

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KJ
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Glad they quit and hope they found a new boss that isn't a robot in a human skin suit.

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#3

I Made The Mistake Of Calling In Sick For My Shift 8 Hours Before It Started. No Regrets

I Made The Mistake Of Calling In Sick For My Shift 8 Hours Before It Started. No Regrets

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Caro Caro
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm starting to get more furious by the minute reading these posts. Are there no laws to protect these workers in the usa?

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While you don’t have to be best friends with your boss, it’s only fair you two get along as much as possible, making it a healthy workplace environment to be in from 9 to 5 on a daily basis. But, sadly this is not always the case. A recent survey from jobsite Monster.com polled almost 1000 people openly seeking new jobs and found out some shocking revelations.

In fact, when asked why they wanted to leave their current employer, a whopping 76 percent of jobseekers named a "toxic" boss as the reason. Of course, we can debate for ages what the term “toxic” is exactly referring to as it may range from being a jerk to someone who is too demanding, micromanages everything, barks out orders, constantly criticizes his workers or exhibits inappropriate behavior.

#4

Got My Beer Balls On Right Now, I Think I Made The Right Decision

Got My Beer Balls On Right Now, I Think I Made The Right Decision

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Kanuli
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Missing the sober answer there, like:“ Dear boss, please excuse my drunk self. What I really wanted to say was: Eat. My. Ass.“

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#5

Between A Friend And His Manager At A Small Packing Plant

Between A Friend And His Manager At A Small Packing Plant

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#6

I Encouraged My Cousin To Quit Her Job And She Finally Stood Up For Herself!!

I Encouraged My Cousin To Quit Her Job And She Finally Stood Up For Herself!!

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One thing is clear—a toxic boss is someone who poisons the workplace with toxicity instead of using their power to motivate, inspire and understand their employees. Meanwhile, 26 percent of the employees in the Monster survey said their boss was "power-hungry" or only looking out for themselves. 18 percent called their boss a “micromanager” and 17 percent said their boss is “incompetent.” The other 15 percent said their boss is never around and doesn’t seem to care.

#8

I’ve Never Had To Put Up With This Sh*t Before

I’ve Never Had To Put Up With This Sh*t Before

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Hermione
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Could have missed out the last few texts and just not shown up. More impact that way.

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#9

Boss Called Me In The Middle Of Fixing The Day Shifts Mistakes On Top Of Doing My Own Job To Chew Me Out For Refusing A Customer. Needless To Say, She Won’t Have To Worry About Getting Anymore Complaints About Me

Boss Called Me In The Middle Of Fixing The Day Shifts Mistakes On Top Of Doing My Own Job To Chew Me Out For Refusing A Customer. Needless To Say, She Won’t Have To Worry About Getting Anymore Complaints About Me

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Another poll that surveyed 2,000 American office workers showed that they would rather have more feedback from their managers than more money. In fact, 53 percent of those surveyed said that more feedback on their role is the number one thing they want to see more of from their boss. Surprisingly, it turned out to be even more important than extra compensation (48%) and more honest communication (48%).

#10

Quit My Job Last Night, It Was Nice To Be Home To Make The Kids Breakfast And Take Them To School Today! Off To Hunt For A New Opportunity, Wish Me Luck

Quit My Job Last Night, It Was Nice To Be Home To Make The Kids Breakfast And Take Them To School Today! Off To Hunt For A New Opportunity, Wish Me Luck

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A very quick flip in attitude by the senior worker, I hope they got stick for losing the employee.

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#11

I Was The Last Person At My Store, And I Quit Today After Being Expected To Come In And Help Customers After Being Exposed To Covid

I Was The Last Person At My Store, And I Quit Today After Being Expected To Come In And Help Customers After Being Exposed To Covid

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#12

The Sign I Needed To Take The Plunge And Do What I Love For A Living

The Sign I Needed To Take The Plunge And Do What I Love For A Living

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Margot J. Piasecka
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Baam, nailed it, good answer - still on a very grown-up and professional way. I'm just wondering how the story ended.

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Moreover, 78 percent of the respondents who have been employed, seven in ten, have admired one of their managers as a role model. The results suggest that great managers, CEO and bosses are often overlooked in company’s success and play a vital role in keeping employees on top of their game.

Incredibly, an admirable boss can have so much positive and long-term influence on their employees that it may have a direct effect on their behavior. The survey found that 71 percent of the respondents said their role models directly impact their behavior and choices on a daily basis.

#14

That One Time My (Former) Boss Tried To Make Me Come In To Deliver Sandwiches During The Freeze In Texas

That One Time My (Former) Boss Tried To Make Me Come In To Deliver Sandwiches During The Freeze In Texas

My apartment hadn’t had power for two days and was forty degrees, the roads were still completely frozen and everyone was getting into car accidents, and I was 3 months pregnant.

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#15

My Girlfriend Works At A Recovery Home For Old People And People Who Need Help Physically And This Is What Her Boss Sent Her. 2 Weeks Later Her Coworker Came In With Covid And One Of The Patients Died From It

My Girlfriend Works At A Recovery Home For Old People And People Who Need Help Physically And This Is What Her Boss Sent Her. 2 Weeks Later Her Coworker Came In With Covid And One Of The Patients Died From It

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#16

Fact: Sh*tty Managers Is Why No One Wants To Work

Fact: Sh*tty Managers Is Why No One Wants To Work

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#17

Recruiters Response After Being Told I Can’t Start On A Two Days Notice

Recruiters Response After Being Told I Can’t Start On A Two Days Notice

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#19

I Have Been Wanting To Quit My Job Of 10 Years Took A Mental Health Day To Think About It This Is What I Wake Up To..

I Have Been Wanting To Quit My Job Of 10 Years Took A Mental Health Day To Think About It This Is What I Wake Up To..

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#20

I Work For A Multibillion Dollar Corporation. Which Of Us Is Actually Stealing Time?

I Work For A Multibillion Dollar Corporation. Which Of Us Is Actually Stealing Time?

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#21

I'm Quite Annoyed And Want To Reply Accordingly, But I'm Unsure If My Words Hold Any Truth

I'm Quite Annoyed And Want To Reply Accordingly, But I'm Unsure If My Words Hold Any Truth

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#22

Horrible Bosses

Horrible Bosses

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#23

How A Quit My Incredibly Toxic And Abusive Job A Couple Of Weeks Ago. Just Found This Sub And Thought I’d Throw It In There. I Had Worked 7- 60 Hr Weeks Str8 And Tried To Take Off For My 21st Birthday. Request Denied, So I Called Out Sick Instead. Boss Found Out And I Figured, F*ck It, And F*ck You

How A Quit My Incredibly Toxic And Abusive Job A Couple Of Weeks Ago. Just Found This Sub And Thought I’d Throw It In There. I Had Worked 7- 60 Hr Weeks Str8 And Tried To Take Off For My 21st Birthday. Request Denied, So I Called Out Sick Instead. Boss Found Out And I Figured, F*ck It, And F*ck You

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't really get this thing about "giving" people time off. Like, do you not have a certain number of vacations days a year? I never "ask" for time off, I tell them when I want to have time off and unless there is a major scheduling conflict with my coworkers I will get that time off.

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#24

I Was Sick And 10.50 An Hour Wasn’t Enough To Make Me Stay During A Pandemic

I Was Sick And 10.50 An Hour Wasn’t Enough To Make Me Stay During A Pandemic

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#25

My Buddy's Boss Last Night. Good For Him But I Wouldn't Have Answered

My Buddy's Boss Last Night. Good For Him But I Wouldn't Have Answered

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#27

Yeah, Let Me Just Cancel All My Plans. I’ve Made Months In Advance. Be Right There

Yeah, Let Me Just Cancel All My Plans. I’ve Made Months In Advance. Be Right There

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#28

Got Fired After Having Allergic Reaction To Second Vaccine Dose

Got Fired After Having Allergic Reaction To Second Vaccine Dose

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#29

Got Illegally Fired From My Job, And Then The District Manager Had To Tell My Store Manager To Re-Hire Me

Got Illegally Fired From My Job, And Then The District Manager Had To Tell My Store Manager To Re-Hire Me

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Pat Bond
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The store manager is illiterate, how did they make it to manager level?

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SuperChicken
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm wondering that, too. I thought the my brain froze then melted. Oy. Now, I feel like sending the manager to an English 101 class.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can barely understand what the manager is even trying to say because it makes no sense.

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Red rockin lobster
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This makes me want to correct all his spelling and grammar and resend it

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Susie Elle
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Please give this guy a course on proper grammar and spelling

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MiriPanda
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't understand the very last part - is the manager talking to her AND a 3rd party? 🤔

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Marnie
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is ridiculous, but on a side note: I can't see how it's legal to demand a doctor's note. Someone can be too sick to come in, yet the doctor can do nothing for them - such as pretty much every virus at least until complications set in. Last thing you need is to have to get up, take a shower, get dressed, and go sit upright in a chair waiting an hour to see the doctor to simply get a note - when you're really sick. When you're sick, you need to be at home in bed.

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Signe Manat Hansen
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Do they not teach basic communication at elementary schools in America?

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Judy Russell
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How do you know it's food poisoning unless diagnosed by a doctor? If that were the case then a doctors note shouldn't be a problem.

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Briana Landers
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

All people who talk a whole text convo like that have this attitude.

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Hollie Marie
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In the UK you can self certificate for a number of days (I forget how many) then you need a doctors note

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abby smink
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Trying to read the manager's part of it made my head hurt. How is that person in a position of responsibility.

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PixxelDust
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

please.. dont... always use.. an ellipsis.. after every three.. words...

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BabaBizzle
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The manager speaks like English is their 20th language. They sound brain dead. Illiterate.

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Suz66
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These idiots try to act tough but puss out when the employees quit. Talk about boss who cried wolf!

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Nikki Sevven
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How is that person in charge of other workers? He can't even speak English, ffs.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The owner / manager person in gray is a trashbag. You can tell everything about them from how they type. “Been new.” “For they shift.” Etc.

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#30

My Boss Who Expected In The Office The Day After My Mom Died

My Boss Who Expected In The Office The Day After My Mom Died

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