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Nearly every profession has secrets that the general public is unaware of. Many businesses claim that their goods are fairtrade, hand-made and eco-friendly when, nine times out of ten, it’s not. However, humans are curious by nature and are always trying to find out what’s going on behind the curtains.

So when the popular Twitter account UberFacts asked its 13.6M followers, “What company secrets can you reveal, now that you don’t work for the company anymore?” the thread quickly went viral. From bankers to hospitality workers, people started opening up and sharing some insider knowledge about their former jobs.

Take a look at the best tweets we have collected from the thread and upvote the ones you may not have known about! And if you’re hungry for more posts where people spill their industry secrets in plain sight, be sure to check them out here, here and here.

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

Why are they allowed to return them? This is a disgusting policy, and impacts badly on small business, which can't afford returns of unwanted goods. I think Americans get a bit of a shock when they try this s**t on in other countries.

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

Some of these types of practices are to abide by government food safety regulations or to protect against lawsuits

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It’s no news that every company has its own skeletons in the closet that remain virtually invisible to the general public. Chances are that you will probably never look at the companies mentioned in this post the same way ever again. But the more we know, the better—that’s why shedding a light on these dark secrets is the first step of dealing with them.

Bored Panda has contacted one of the Twitter users who replied to this thread. They preferred to stay anonymous but were kind enough to discuss the bad practices that some businesses carry out and why we are so eager to learn about them.

They told us that they were previously employed in the hospitality industry: “I worked on and off at a few bars for some extra cash when I first moved out at 23.” Finding out what was happening in the background was quite shocking, so they tried talking about this with some of the other servers. 

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

a diamond obtains its monetary value not from any intrinsic property or usefulness, rather from the value we give it in society, which itself was manipulated by marketing campaigns from mining conglomerates advising people to gift diamonds to their partners for weddings, it's like a successful scam like the whole apple a day thing

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Apparently, “they said they’d experienced the same at every bar they’d worked in. We worked out between us that most of the bars in the area did the same thing—some were really established places.” 

“After I worked there, I had table service a handful of times at other bars, each time the bottle came out already opened with a pourer in place and a sparkler. When I looked closer at the bottle (as I knew what to look for), the foil seal looked really old, the bottle was chipped and scratched,” they explained that it looked like it had been around the block a few times.  

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

My frames just broke for the third time and the eyeglass place told me "oh, well, you bought the cheap ones, nothing we can do unless you spend $100 to replace them." My dollar store readers have lasted longer than my prescription frames!

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Looking at how many Twitter users contributed to this viral discussion, it seems like people not only like spilling the tea about their jobs but also think it’s relevant to get a little sneak peek into the profession. The former bar worker believes that people are mostly interested because there’s a suspicion that “companies are not always run above board.”

“I did notice a lot of people replied to my tweet in denial of the goings-on and I think, socially, people hate having to accept they’ve been conned,” they mentioned. “I think my tweet was particularly interesting because people are usually drunk and, therefore, vulnerable in a bar/club environment.”

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

Depends on the store. Two of my regular stores keep stock in the back (different sizes of clothes, additional products that ran out on the shelf).

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Many people replied to the user saying they could tell the difference between alcoholic beverages which, for very few people, could be true. “However, after a few drinks, most people will happily drink whatever you give them without question.” 

The user hopes that people who read this thread would actually take this new information into account and “maybe make better decisions” in the future. “Just buy a drink at the bar and have fun with your friends, there’s no need to look flashy,” they advised. 

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

I went to a taping of America's Got Talent with Howie Mandel and Scary (Mel) Spice as judges. EVERYTHING is completely fake, and I do mean EVERY PART OF THE SHOW. It is all pre-planned and pre-scripted. While I knew some of it was, I just didn't know to what extent. Never will watch any of those type of shows again!

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When it comes to bad practices, sometimes businesses purposefully ignore or even enforce them. From the user’s experience, the companies (especially the clubbing and drinks industry) practice a “take what you can get” attitude.

“I’m not speaking for all bars and clubs at all but just a few that I’m aware of,” they specified. “There’s not many checks or inspections, maybe once a year, and—let’s face it—people can look above board for one day of the year.”

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

Nope, not in all. Many times call center workers are grateful to put you on hold because we don't have to listen to the customer's whining, it gives us a sanity break.

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The former server also wanted to discuss things they saw from a client’s point of view: “There have been many times, as a customer, that I have witnessed sexual assault, drug-taking and men being aggressive and highlighted to security and [the establishment] completely ignored it—paying customers are the main priority it seems.” 

They added, summarizing their thoughts about the thread: “I’m sure there are plenty of companies, in all industries, still practicing a zero-hours contract, not adhering to the minimum wage for cash in hand jobs, no contracts, dodgy tax dealings, etc.” So if you don’t want to be exploited and serve corporate interests, it’s important to call out such behavior whenever possible.

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

Joining a union is one of the very best things to ever happen to me. I’ll be a teamster at my new job. Union busters are untrustworthy despicable selfish people.

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

I heard a great analogy for this. It's like putting butter on bread. Buttered bread left overnight is still soft in morning, whereas plain bread left overnight will be stale in the morning. Just having something on your face will do the trick!

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

Also, why are they charging me $10 for a single generic tablet that probably costs them 15 cents to manufacture?

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

This is true in a lot of cases. Sometimes it takes more energy to recycle than it does to create new product so it’s technically worse for the environment. Try to create less trash in the first place

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

Apple was sued and proven that they did in fact make an update slow older phones to user would buy a new one. Never buy Apple crap.

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

Gross! At my place, the housekeeping is bringing down the glasses from the rooms for the dish-washer every single day.

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

Its funny that people are selective over garbage bags...i reuse my shopping bags for that...

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

I always assumed it was just an animated gif. I would be amazed if it was actually connected to your pizzas progress.

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

I'm pretty sure that in my country they'd wake you up to avoid bad publicity. "Woman dies in Ikea show room bed. Goes unnoticed till closing time."

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

Airlines are stealing your s**t too. Dumb s**t also, like 1 shoe just to f**k with you.

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

Sounds like a lot of people should just be fired immediately. They should rather be working at a trash facility where they can throw stuff all day without ruining people's stuff. I had packaged that contained several hundred dollars that were destroyed because of these lazy bastards.

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

A friend of my mom's works for a local store chain, and they are told never to confront shoplifters. It's supposed to be for the employee's safety. People know this and walk out with all kinds of stuff.

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

This is BS; I've won a radio competition. There are also laws about things like this. Sheesh!

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

I won my weight in ice cream from Swenson's in 1982 via a radio call-in..."be the 12th caller and have the correct answer to this question...".

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

Try this cráp in the UK and you'll get in *major* legal trouble.

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

This one just isn’t true. Maybe the one you worked for but I’ve gotten on the air and so has my uncle.

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

Still in radio here. This is BS. I can't speak for other countries but in Canada stations can get into serious s**t for doing this!

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

Me too, won plane tickets. I’m in engineering, don’t work at a radio station

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

Nope, not true for Europe, at least: a specific authority is even checking on prizes and transparency, our calls and winners are 100% real (I'm a radio host)

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

I have won a brand new car, 100's of concert tickets, vacations, and even entire paid weekends for sold-out music festivals..so I call BS

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

I have won a car, and 100's of concert tickets from radio stations...I disagree..also..I worked at a radio station in the past as well, so this one is BS

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

This is not 100$ true, I've won several times on different stations.

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

Never an intern, but have tried many times and won a few..

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

My husband, and a former boyfriend as well, won so many trivia and call-in radio contests that they were asked not to compete for a month or so to let some other people have a chance.

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

I don't believe that. I've won a few pretty major prizes.

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

No, I have won a couple of radio contest before too, I don't believe this.

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

not true, I've won a few and called in, but I believe it for some times and some shows.

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

I won tickets to Louis Anderson, and on Southwest airlines.

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

I win at least weekly. l have three concerts this week, a home show and sea world. They know me by name. I have three radio stations that I call and get thru all the time.

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

That would be a federal offense. There is no reason for a radio contest to be rigged, the prizes are generally donated by whatever corporation's product they are giving away.

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

My English sister won a trip for two to New York, free hotel and $1000. in spending money!

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

I won a radio contest for $1095.00. I didn't work there or know anyone who did.

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

I've never ever won a radio contest, but maybe that's becos I've never entered one.

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

Many years ago, I somehow managed to block the phone lines at a radio station during a competition. I had gotten a busy signal when I called in, but for whatever reason, decided not to hang up. After several minutes, the station announced they were still waiting for their first caller. I kept the handset off the hook until they had nearly given up waiting for someone to call in, then hung up, immediately redialed, and won. I still have no idea how it happened.

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

I have won lots of times and I don't even know anyone in the biz.

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

I won a trip for two to Graceland. Never actually thought about going to Graceland before that, lol. My husband and I had a blast for our twelfth anniversary!

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

Not remotely true. I've won concert tickets and numerous gift cards

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

I had a friend in radio for whom I'd do some fake calls just to get a topic moving. I did get the occasional freebie, but the comps were all legit.

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

An old co-worker won a car (it was a lease but still) 3 yrs w/o a car payment and I've won a bunch of little things including concerts tix and so has my husband. The biggest was he won us a trip to NYC to see U2. So I wouldn't say rigged at all.

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

Gotta be a regional thing. My mum used to call up those all the time and won all sorts of things, flights and hotel visits and more. I am sure some of the content is fake, but a lot of the prize rewards are given by companies trying to advertise and they want to have real people turn up so they can have a photo op, not a random intern.

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

BS. The summer of my 14th year a friend and I had a contest with each other to see how many radio contests we could win. We both won so many that all our local stations knew who we were and what we were up to. One instituted a policy that you could only win one giveaway a month, the rest rewarded our dedication and perseverance.

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

I've won radio contests and lots of friends did as well growing up.

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