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More often than not we read about toxic workplaces where bosses micromanage, pressure and manipulate their employees. Where they don’t give them well deserved paid time off, or where they refuse a salary raise.

But the truth is, there are still many devoted and passionate bosses out there who are true leaders and stand for the people. And this post is a celebration of exactly that.

Below is a collection of pictures that show the moment people realized their boss is so much more than their formal superior. Scroll down, upvote your favorites and be sure to share your best boss stories in the comment below!

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Manager Helps His Employee Get A Raise

Manager Helps His Employee Get A Raise

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

this is what we need more of , the corps are making enough

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My Sister's Boss Passed Away Several Months Ago, But Before She Did, She Arranged To Have This Sent To Her Staff

My Sister's Boss Passed Away Several Months Ago, But Before She Did, She Arranged To Have This Sent To Her Staff

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“A good boss today looks different than 50 years ago,” Christine Mitterbauer, a licensed and ICF-approved career coach and serial entrepreneur based in the UK, told Bored Panda. “Today, some of the skills that are most highly valued in bosses are communication skills, coaching and mentoring skills and relationship-building skills,” she explained.

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This Wholesome Manager

This Wholesome Manager

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah, half the reason homeless people cant get out of a rut so many times is the system itself that hates them for being homeless, but ironically prevents them from leaving the lifestyle. Like ironically most welfare systems want people to get a job, but are set up to actively discourage people from working at the same time. Say you want to work, but you get $1000 in welfare. You start working and earn $1100. You now get no welfare. Also you might spend $200 on stuff like commuting and work clothes, and you have less time to watch your kids, so daycare costs. Well in that case even if you want to work, not working is actually the smarter financial decision. And thats how people who WANT to work, are forced to sit on welfare.

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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was denied assistance because my annual income from fulltime and part time job combined was too much by $40.00. But if I hadn't had two jobs I couldn't even come close to making ends meet. I kept both jobs and continue to do so for sever more years after. Edit: This experience doesn't make me bitter against people who accept assistance. Some time you just need a hand and you are able to get up and running again in no time.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've been homeless and lived in my car for 7 months. I managed to get a job, but it was very difficult: you can't get a job without an address, and you can't get a home without a job. I used an old address until I had enough saved to get a place. Two days after I moved in, I was fired for lying about my housing - some mail they (employer) sent got returned...

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How are people amazed by this? The person in need was offered to utilize an empty parking lot. How is this awesomeness? You offer a homeless employee to use your private shower and laundry, at the very least.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is why people need to communicate more and stop assuming, not everything is always as it appears, and being nice to someone for even just a tiny moment, can change that person's day or life forever.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In L A there are over 40,000 homeless who are working full time, but due to inflation, gas at $6 a gallon, and rent increases are unable to have a home to go to at the end of their shift.... in the USA in 2022.

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Glynna Bowood
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Next it's how to get him out of that car and into some permanent digs!

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Vasana Phong
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sometimes when things like this happens, please don’t just jump to conclusions, there’s a valid reason in certain situations

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Happened at one my previous jobs as well. Taught me not to trust anyone. People suck until they prove themselves not to suck.

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Meami
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It’s amazing what you find out when you just ask people…

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Rebecca Joan
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Same situation happened at my job recently, unfortunately the guy was really just on drugs.

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Stacey Pearce
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I am glad you took the time to help them out. So many people get stuck being homeless and no matter what they try something stops them. Over here to get welfare you have to have a home address so that's a massive challenge straight up and prevents so many being able to even start the process.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Cities should have "campgrounds" with showers, cooking area, managers and security on site where people can park their cars, RVs, etc. In my city they arrange for "safe"parking lots. That is not enough!

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Rachel Peterson
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This should be at the top of the list... such decency and humanity when so many are struggling.

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This Nice Old Man Just Came Into McDonald's Asking For Directions, And The Manager Has Taken At Least 10 Minutes To Set Up Google Maps On His Phone

This Nice Old Man Just Came Into McDonald's Asking For Directions, And The Manager Has Taken At Least 10 Minutes To Set Up Google Maps On His Phone

She then plugs the address in and teaches him how to “follow the green dot” while he’s driving. Faith in humanity is temporarily restored.

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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If everyone took a few minutes out of their day to help others it can change them and others for a lifetime

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#6

The Kind Of Boss Everyone Wants

The Kind Of Boss Everyone Wants

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According to Mitterbauer, a great boss puts the team and the goals of the company before themselves. “Whereas earlier, a good boss would tell their employees what to do, today, they should empower their employees to do the job themselves. A good boss also realizes she/he is often not the smartest person in the room, and knows how to bring out the very best in her/his employees.”

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The career coach explained that some people naturally have the skills mentioned above, and they will therefore be naturally good leaders without much specific leadership training. “But most people would benefit from training, ideally including on-the-job training,” she added.

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When You Had A Bad Day And Your Boss's Boss Leaves This On Your Desk

When You Had A Bad Day And Your Boss's Boss Leaves This On Your Desk

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

this made me teary-eyed with its sweetness. Employees need validation and appreciation as well!

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#9

A Group Of Managers At RBC Decided To Take A Picture In The Outfits They Use For Zoom Meetings

A Group Of Managers At RBC Decided To Take A Picture In The Outfits They Use For Zoom Meetings

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is how the "suits" culture should be...love the guy with the kids pants. Feel ya..

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“Communication, coaching and relationship-building skills are all skills that can be taught if you have the right mindset and take the lessons and insights onboard. Ideally, a great leader also has empathy and the ability to put their minds into that of others, and these are skills that are harder to teach,” Mitterbauer told us.

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My Boyfriend Told Me To Post This, Came Out To My Bosses And Expected To Be Fired

My Boyfriend Told Me To Post This, Came Out To My Bosses And Expected To Be Fired

Slightly different response. Boss came in this morning and called me by my name, hugged me when I broke down crying.

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#12

My Boss And I Are In A Contest To Lose Weight. Today Is My Birthday. This Is What He Brought Me

My Boss And I Are In A Contest To Lose Weight. Today Is My Birthday. This Is What He Brought Me

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That thing looks like it's worth not eating for two weeks just to try it...

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Employees want to feel listened to and respected, so a good boss will honor this and show, over time, that they value the input and work from the employee, Mitterbauer said. She argues that “it feels genuine, this process takes time, as there have to be several instances of feeling listened to and respected.”

“Giving regular constructive feedback to the employee is important, as is spending time training and simply listening to the employee on a regular basis,” the career coach concluded.

#13

The Restaurant I Work For Is Closing Until Further Notice. My Manager Gave Me A Gift

The Restaurant I Work For Is Closing Until Further Notice. My Manager Gave Me A Gift

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This should be the norm, instead of throwing out food just cos it can't be sold

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#14

I Don't Work For This Guy Anymore But Enjoy These Text Conversations Between Me And My Old Boss

I Don't Work For This Guy Anymore But Enjoy These Text Conversations Between Me And My Old Boss

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My Husband Has Been In The Hospital For 4 Months Dealing With A Brain Tumor, And I Brought Him Home. He Is Bedridden And Needs Total Care. My Brother's Boss Gave Me This

My Husband Has Been In The Hospital For 4 Months Dealing With A Brain Tumor, And I Brought Him Home. He Is Bedridden And Needs Total Care. My Brother's Boss Gave Me This

It came with a $1000 cheque to ease some of the costs of caring for him at home.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is so generous and will help out the siblings a whole lot. What a blessing!

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Luigi, The Boss Of Bosses

Luigi, The Boss Of Bosses

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love people like this, although there seems to be a lot of homophobia in work places, I hope bosses continue to be supportive and help people through it.

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What I Would Do To Have A Boss Like This

What I Would Do To Have A Boss Like This

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Actual caring goes a long way. I wish everyone cared like this.

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#18

I Work Construction In The Midwest And My Boss Just Delivered All Of These Food Goodies To Our Home In Time For The Holiday

I Work Construction In The Midwest And My Boss Just Delivered All Of These Food Goodies To Our Home In Time For The Holiday

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nothing makes employees and/or volunteers feel extra good about themselves than just being recognized for a job well done. A bonus on top of bonus for his boss getting personal gifts instead of something pathetic, like a coupon. This boss sounds like he knows just how to keep his employees happy

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#19

My Boyfriend Is Going Through Chemo For 6 Months And Has Surgery Coming Up. This Morning This Was Left On My Desk By My Boss

My Boyfriend Is Going Through Chemo For 6 Months And Has Surgery Coming Up. This Morning This Was Left On My Desk By My Boss

My boss loves stones of all kinds and we have talked about our love of labradorite. She had mentioned red labradorite which I had never heard of. The ring is red labradorite and the card says, "I think about you at times and what you are going through and I know how tough life can be. You are always positive and there for the clients, your peers, and even me. Here is something I wanted to give you. As I said, jewelry is my thing and this is a red labradorite. I love it and hope you do too. Please take care of yourself and know I am here for you as is the team. Have a blessed day!"

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've never heard of that stone before, so I googled it and found this: The gem is incredibly rare and I have seen some gem traders trying to sell Red Labradorite for over $1000 per carat, placing it amongst the most expensive red gemstones on the planet.

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I’ve Had Terrible Teeth My Entire Life. It’s Been The Bane Of My Existence. Today I Got A $10,000 Quote On The Cost Of What Needs To Be Done

I’ve Had Terrible Teeth My Entire Life. It’s Been The Bane Of My Existence. Today I Got A $10,000 Quote On The Cost Of What Needs To Be Done

And it just made me feel even more helpless. My boss, mentor, literal angel, is taking care of this for me, free of charge.

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Store Manager Being A Bro

Store Manager Being A Bro

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thats awesome. Helping them get a job instead of sabotaging them at their new job.

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Boss Being An Absolute Bro Over A Mistake

Boss Being An Absolute Bro Over A Mistake

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I Help Take Care Of My Mother, And Have Had Such A Hard Few Months. My Bosses And Co-Workers Found Out And Brought All This To Us Tonight

I Help Take Care Of My Mother, And Have Had Such A Hard Few Months. My Bosses And Co-Workers Found Out And Brought All This To Us Tonight

Didn’t just make me smile, made me cry, too. Mom (pictured) is so happy we get to decorate a tree for Christmas.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

OMG, That I’d the most adorable poodle, it honest to gawd looks just like a Steiff toy!!!

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Just Had My Last Day With My Summer Job Back Home, Boss Choked Up A Bit And Said He Wished Me The Best With My Future Health And Career

Just Had My Last Day With My Summer Job Back Home, Boss Choked Up A Bit And Said He Wished Me The Best With My Future Health And Career

He said if all else fails I’m welcome to come back as a partner and grow the business with him. Gave me a bonus today. Probably the best boss I may ever have.

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My Boss Knows What's Up

My Boss Knows What's Up

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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It would probably help more if he stopped being the reason, rather than encouraging it!

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My Company Recently Opened A New Campus And I Run The On-Site Help Desk. My Printer Started Working Today And My Boss Wanted To Test It From Overseas

My Company Recently Opened A New Campus And I Run The On-Site Help Desk. My Printer Started Working Today And My Boss Wanted To Test It From Overseas

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My Boss Asked Me If I Play Games And Gave Me This

My Boss Asked Me If I Play Games And Gave Me This

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My Boss Asked If Anyone Browsed Reddit, I Was The Only One Brave Enough To Say Yes

My Boss Asked If Anyone Browsed Reddit, I Was The Only One Brave Enough To Say Yes

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So My Dad Is The Manager For A Local Grocery Store Chain. There Was A Fundraiser Where His Co-Workers Taped Him To The Wall For Two Hours, And This Was The Outcome

So My Dad Is The Manager For A Local Grocery Store Chain. There Was A Fundraiser Where His Co-Workers Taped Him To The Wall For Two Hours, And This Was The Outcome

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I Didnt Have Thanksgiving With My Family This Year So My Boss Made Me A Plate And Said That I'm Part Of Her Family

I Didnt Have Thanksgiving With My Family This Year So My Boss Made Me A Plate And Said That I'm Part Of Her Family

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My Old Boss Has Been 3D-Printing Reusable Masks And Delivering Them To Medical Facilities Amidst A Shortage

My Old Boss Has Been 3D-Printing Reusable Masks And Delivering Them To Medical Facilities Amidst A Shortage

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My Boss Is Unreal. He Knows I’ve Been Trying To Get A 3080 And We’ve Had Them In Stocks For Systems We Build

My Boss Is Unreal. He Knows I’ve Been Trying To Get A 3080 And We’ve Had Them In Stocks For Systems We Build

Today he walked up to me and said, “it’s yours, Merry Christmas”

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I'm A Programmer, And My Boss Handed Me This Piece Of Paper On My First Day At Work

I'm A Programmer, And My Boss Handed Me This Piece Of Paper On My First Day At Work

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Another good one. I think I'll print it and put it on our board at work.

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#34

Boss And Coworker Made A Weight Loss Bet - Loser Had To Cross Dress. That Is His Real Hair Though

Boss And Coworker Made A Weight Loss Bet - Loser Had To Cross Dress. That Is His Real Hair Though

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Called In Sick To Work With The Flu. My Boss Brought A Care Package Over At Lunchtime. I’m Truly Blessed

Called In Sick To Work With The Flu. My Boss Brought A Care Package Over At Lunchtime. I’m Truly Blessed

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Leaving For Vacation Tomorrow And My Boss Hands Me My Paycheck With This Included. He Continually Goes Above And Beyond For Me

Leaving For Vacation Tomorrow And My Boss Hands Me My Paycheck With This Included. He Continually Goes Above And Beyond For Me

I've only been employed with him for just under a year. He's a good man.  "Jhon, Thank you for your hard work - hope you have a good trip!" 

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Boyfriend Lost His Serving Job Because Of Corona. Bosses Cleared Out The Kitchen To Provide Food For Employees And Intend On Making Them Weekly Care Packages

Boyfriend Lost His Serving Job Because Of Corona. Bosses Cleared Out The Kitchen To Provide Food For Employees And Intend On Making Them Weekly Care Packages

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It Was My Managers Last Day Yesterday. She Has A Sense Of Humor

It Was My Managers Last Day Yesterday. She Has A Sense Of Humor

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#39

I Bought This For My Boss But He Didn't Think HR Would Approve, So He Made It HR Approvable

I Bought This For My Boss But He Didn't Think HR Would Approve, So He Made It HR Approvable

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Manager Put My Day Off Work In His Calendar

Manager Put My Day Off Work In His Calendar

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I Too Make $11/Hour, And I Got A TV From My Boss At Our Company Party. I Was Kind Of In Shock

I Too Make $11/Hour, And I Got A TV From My Boss At Our Company Party. I Was Kind Of In Shock

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Boss Bought Burgers To Celebrate Portugal Win Last Week

Boss Bought Burgers To Celebrate Portugal Win Last Week

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Manager Holds Umbrella For Employee Who Is Changing Wiper Blades While It's Raining Outside

Manager Holds Umbrella For Employee Who Is Changing Wiper Blades While It's Raining Outside

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#46

I Work In Construction And Get Paid In Cash. My Boss Thinks He's Funny

I Work In Construction And Get Paid In Cash. My Boss Thinks He's Funny

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My Boss Got This Ridiculous Excuse The Other Week And Decided It Needed To Be Hung Up

My Boss Got This Ridiculous Excuse The Other Week And Decided It Needed To Be Hung Up

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My favourite one was when one of my staff got in a very minor car accident because she was trying to avoid a duck.

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I Started A New Job A Few Months Ago And I Have Never Felt More Appreciated And Valued. Here Is A Christmas Card From My Boss

I Started A New Job A Few Months Ago And I Have Never Felt More Appreciated And Valued. Here Is A Christmas Card From My Boss

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#49

So My Boss Set This Up Underneath Our Coffee Grinder For My Other Boss To "Find" This Morning

So My Boss Set This Up Underneath Our Coffee Grinder For My Other Boss To "Find" This Morning

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So, My Friends Boss Handed Him This Today. They Aren't Extending Hours

So, My Friends Boss Handed Him This Today. They Aren't Extending Hours

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Is that a cheat-pass or just a drinking-pass? Either way... kind of sad.

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