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50 Wholesome And Funny Bosses Who Put Their Employees First (New Pics)
Interview With Expert
There's this trope that most people hate their boss. The Internet is ripe with pictures of bosses micromanaging, refusing to give raises, and just being plain jerks. Yet the reality might be different. According to a Pew survey, 55% of Americans have an excellent relationship with their boss, with 26% describing their relationship as "good."
This list might just be the proof that there are funny and wholesome bosses around. We've gathered the best examples of bosses who aren't afraid to be whimsical and nice to their employees and have earned the title of "Good Boss." Want proof that not everyone's boss is an insufferable jerk? Scroll away!
Bored Panda reached out to Robyn L Garrett, author of Happy At Work and CEO at Beamably, to chat about what it takes to be a great boss. She told us more about what the younger generation expects from their bosses and how important personal connections are for employer-employee relationships. Read her expert insights below!
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#1
Yesterday The Owner Of My Company Noticed That The Shoes I Had On Were Worn Through And The Jeans I Had On Had Holes In Them
I was planning on getting a new pair of each on my next paycheck. Today he took me to Costco and bought me 2 new pairs of shoes, 4 new pairs of jeans, and some food.
I started in December of 2020 after being laid off/unemployed for a vast majority of the year. I’m still trying to get back on my feet financially and make ends meet. It was such an unbelievably nice gesture. I cried and gave him a hug. I can’t wait until I’m able to pay it forward.
Phoebe Bean 12 months ago
It does not take much to be a good person ...or boss. Glad to know the boss could see this person struggling and did something to be of help.
René Sauer 12 months ago
When I was working retail my manager once asked me if I could go a shift without break, In exchange he would buy my groceries. I agreed, because I was struggling so hard and the groceries he bought for me kept me alive for almost a month. (i picked mostly cans and frozen stuff)
JessieJ&LilyLovebug 12 months ago
I had a boss that let an employee stay with her to get her out of an abusive situation, just until she found an affordable and safe place to live. The company we work for found out and wrote up the boss...🤬
Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 12 months ago
I'm a bike commuter and I had a boss buy me a helmet because I rode 10 miles a day up and down Highway 101.
JudyfromAccounts 12 months ago
This is wonderful. Please pay it forward when you can. The little extra you have today can make a huge difference for someone.
John Legere 12 months ago
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Leadership author Robyn L Garrett says that one clear requirement many employees nowadays have for their bosses is emotional maturity. "We're done with bosses that yell, whine, and play mind games. A good boss needs to be able to manage themselves and focus on true leadership," she says.
Gen Z and Millennials also want to feel respected at work. "Younger generations expect a more respectful and responsible workplace. Norms have changed a lot in the last 20 years and they'll continue to make the workplace more inclusive and less stressful. That's something that benefits everyone, regardless of age," Garrett notes.
Still, being a good boss doesn't mean you're everybody's friend. "It's more important that bosses are respectful of employee boundaries than it is for them to build personal connections," Garrett believes. "If an employee prefers not to mix their work and home lives, that is a perfectly reasonable choice. The boss's job is to build a healthy work environment so that people can do their best possible work," she explains.
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#2
My Boss Got A Puppy And Brought Her Into The Office. Productivity Went Waaay Down
Jenna Kay 12 months ago
And all your clients are very satisfied with the receptionist work!
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#3
Semi Load Of Water I Just Got To Donate
I actually work for a company that cares. My boss gave me $10k to help wildfire victims, doesn’t care how it helps as long as it helps. Started with a semi load of bottled water. In 3 decades of work, I’ve never worked for good people until now. Been smiling for 2 days about this.
talliloo 10 months ago
worked for a great guy who was in agriculture-melons, veggies, etc. in california. he hired migrants for both field and truck work. this was in the central valley btw. one of the machines that was central to his operation broke down. the part was located in san diego which was at least 300 mi away. he calls in this young kid about 18 & hands him 5K in cash (!), the keys to a company truck w/instructions to get the part asap. and since it's a long drive a few bucks for motel & food. boss' sons were furious as they were certain this kid would just continue into mexico & would never be seen again. about 48 hrs or so the kid walks in w/the invoice & change from money. boss told him he didn't think he would be back so quickly or have that much change. kid told him he ate on the road & dozed in rest areas. boss also took hundreds of pounds of produce to schools, shelters, etc. and even had a small roadside table w/sign stating if you needed something to eat to take what was needed. loved him
Chad Olin 12 months ago
You're so dense, you're completely missing the point of water for fire victims. The water can also be consumed by first responders, as well. Unless you have been in disaster situation where water is SCARCE, then you have absolutely NO right to criticize this. When you don't have water, trust me, it's definitely gratifying to HAVE it when it arrives.
Load More Replies...In that same Pew survey, people also revealed the traits that, according to them, their good bosses have. The employees said their bosses are very good at giving their employees flexibility on work-life balance, giving the employees credit when it's due, and staying calm under pressure.
The gender of the boss doesn't matter to employees. Most are likely to say that their boss is good regardless of whether they're a man or a woman. They are, however, more likely to describe their boss as "caring" and more likely to give the employees credit.
#4
Beautiful To Be Supported By Such A Thoughtful Team
Phoebe Bean 12 months ago
Looong time ago I was recently hired by this big company and my father died a month later. My boss was extremely supportive and gave me all the days I needed to take care of everything, funeral and legal stuff.
Xenia Harley 12 months ago
For 8 years, I had the best boss ever (he then retired). When my dog had cancer, and I needed to take a personal day, I was kind of apologetic since it was my dog. He said, no need, take the time, because our pets are like family. I loved that man's compassion. Found out later that there was an older woman in the district who had lost two of her children. She told me that this man used to send her flowers each Mother's Day to cheer her. She had no family near by, either.
pfeils wife 12 months ago
I love this. When my mom passed away unexpectedly (2003) after 3 days, my boss told me that I needed to get back to work since "dwelling won't bring her back" --yeah, I don't work there anymore.
Anita Flanagan 12 months ago
This was back in the 70’s. I was going through a rough divorce and told my boss I needed a leave of absence to get my head together. I told him I didn’t know how long I’d need and if he wanted to replace me I’d understand. Well, the first week I was out I received my full paycheck. I called and was extremely thankful. I wasn’t vested in the company long enough to get any benefits and I thought what a kind man he was. Then I received another check after week 2 of my absence. Instead of calling to thank him I came back to work the next Monday. I thought that if he could be that kind and generous he’d probably be a great boss. He was. I still think of him and his generosity all these years later.
JudyfromAccounts 12 months ago
My job is like this. I should make more $, but there just isn't more to spare. But, my mental health and personal life are thriving.
Nikolaj Christensen 12 months ago
You should not have to ask, it should be a paid sick day were the responsibility for making things work without you, for just a single day or 2 should be with the managers/bosses... basic workers rights in the civilised world I would argue... that's what our unions have achieved for almost all of us in DK
Philly Bob 12 months ago
Unlike the place I worked for, when my father passed, I asked for the day off. I was asked when the funeral was. it was at 9AM. The Not-So-Super-visor said "Ok but we'll be expecting you back here after 1?
ROSESARERED 12 months ago
My workplace surprised me last year, both my parents died, 10 months apart. They only have to give 5 bereavement days firceach parent. I ended up needing 2-3 weeks to organise the funerals....400kms away...and mum died first week of December...when I realised my first day back at work would be Christmas eve I called in and said I can't do it, working in retail, having to hear and say merry Christmas to everyone, whenwe would have happily cancelled Christmas...it would have broke me. Nearly 6 weeks, paid in full, bereavement leave. It still surprises ne that the store manager approved it..forever grateful, it made a huge mess less stressful.
#5
The Boss Is Clearly A Micromanager
Tha Monkey 12 months ago
Yeah, I'm 60, and still think fart jokes are funny.
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#6
Bro Boss
Pandamonium Pandas Pandie 12 months ago
the fact that the employee has enough confidence to tell him about that shows that he knows the boss has his back!
Chad Olin 12 months ago
I once had a bos like that. We were all very sad when he retired to care for his ailing wife, but we had the solace knowing she was in good hands, like when we was our boss. He was always looking out for us and treated us with amazing respect... because we did for him, too!!! A boss like the one above in the post, are out there, but unfortunately, few and far between!!!
When asked whether they would like to work more for a man or a woman, a bigger percentage (15% vs. 12%) veered towards having males as bosses. What's also interesting is that men prefer that their boss be male, while females prefer their bosses to be women.
For women under 30 that seems to be particularly important, as one in ten of such respondents said they'd prefer if their boss was a woman. For other age groups of women and men, the percentages were much lower, under 20%.
#7
Alli Had A Very Rough Day At The Animal Hospital - My Employer Found Out And Sent Her A Care Package
#8
Someone Asked The Boss If We Were Going To Have Cake For Halloween, He Disappeared And Came Back With This
Pandamonium Pandas Pandie 12 months ago
it's work, don't worry, I got a lil confused in the beginning 2. the joke is that it's meant to be a spooky phrase I think.
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#9
Started A New Job 3 Days Ago And I Just Lost A Family Member. This Is How My New Boss Responded. I Couldn’t Be Happier With My Decision To Work For Him. Take Notes, Employers - This Is How It’s Done
SD 12 months ago
Amazing boss! When my only nephew passed at age 24, the only "support" my boss gave me was to remind me I only get 5 days off for bereavement leave. So caring - NOT!
AndyR 12 months ago
5 is pretty good. I was given 1 day and was told I could either visit my grandma before she passed away in hospital or go to the funeral, but not both.
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Dog Mom to Zoe 12 months ago
This was my boss. Didn't care for the job but appreciated my Boss and supervisors.
BookFanatic 12 months ago
I happened to have taken a couple of vacation days when my mom took a sudden turn for the worse and ended up passing away. My director wanted me to use more vacation days instead of bereavement leave in the aftermath because I was on vacation already anyway so what's the difference? She changed her mind PDQ after hearing from my assistant dept head, my dept head, and the assistant director.
What makes a good boss? Why are some loved and others hated? The truth is that many people who become bosses don't have the skills to be good leaders. As organizational development consultant and author of Work Jerks Louise Carnachan told us in a previous interview, most employees become bosses because they've worked at that place long enough or were very good at their jobs.
#10
I'm The Only Gothic Person In The Office. Halloween Is My Favourite Time Of The Year. Came To Work To My Desk Decorated For The Day By My Managers
It was also my birthday earlier this month, but I was on holiday (which is why the desk wasn't decorated to begin with) so they got me a Halloween themed cake! Don't think I've ever felt this special. Happy Halloween everyone!
BrunoVI 12 months ago
Goth or Gothic? Because I was very disappointed when in the mid-90s I went to a Goth club for the first time. I was expecting something much more like Enigma than what I found. Not *bad* music to a guy like me who liked '80s acts like Kate Bush, Siouxsee and the Banshees, Billy Idol, Metallica, Dead or Alive, etc., but not what I pictured.
#11
I Asked My Boss If We Could Pose With (Some) Of Our Prop Money At The End Of The Day; He Insisted We Use All Of It
WindySwede 12 months ago
Maybe filming a movie about a health insurance company? 😬
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#12
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
Bean Driller 12 months ago
I work in education and we were able to keep people getting paid by preparing lunch and breakfast for drive-thru students and families. It used up what would have spoiled and kept those "free lunch" kids eating.
Orange Panda 12 months ago
I temped at a low income community during this time, and Steph Curry and some other locals put together a non-profit that kept restaurants running by purchasing large amounts of meals and distributing them to different low income places like our community.
René Sauer 12 months ago
My coworkers ex-BF was a server during lock downs. What did he do? Plant his a** on the sofa playing my coworkers new PS5 and getting into an MLM, some kind of food supplement.
However, being good at your job doesn't always translate into being a good boss. As Carnachan told us previously, leading others is a completely different job, and many people thrown into the position of a boss can lack that competence. "Unless you've had a role model to follow, you're probably at sea about what to do," Carnachan noted.
#13
The Manager At This Restaraunt Is Breaking Up The Lobster Shells For These Two Old Ladies Who Are Celebrating One Of Their Birthdays
#14
Best Boss Ever
Last week my boss asked me to go over some paperwork for a project, to which I said, I will make it a fun weekend activity to read through it with my son. For context, my wife and I have set a goal to read him 1000 books in 2024. We joked that the paperwork should count as 10 books, we chuckled and moved on. Today, I came in to work to find a couple books and this note with a couple books sitting at my desk. The fact that she cared enough to not only buy the books but to write this adorable note genuinely made me smile. It’s these small details that make her the best boss I have ever had.
Biofish23 12 months ago
I suspect this is a very young child and the books in question are mostly board books and simple picture books that only take a few minutes each to read. 3-4 of those books a day is perfectly reasonable.
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Kit Black 12 months ago
I am so weirded out by so many comments thinking a thousand books is too many books to read to a child... FYI, 2nd graders in our local school have to read 3 stories each morning during the 1st hour of school. The stories are targeted to the individual child's reading level, but the best way to become a good learner is to be a good reader, and the best way to grow a good reader is to read to them as much as possible.
Ria C. 12 months ago
I have a lot of questions regarding context, kids age etc, but one of the more pressing questions imo is does a book of short stories count as one book or multiple?
Rali Meyer 12 months ago
perhaps they meant: in 2024 we made a decision to read 1.000 books to the son (in the years to come)
#15
This Is My Home Office My Whole Team Works Remotely Now Since Covid. Here’s The Shelf Next To The Desk Set Up. Still Need To Get One More Shelf To Complete The Space But I Love It So Much Already!
Family's_disappointment 12 months ago (edited)
BTS (Jimin & V on the far left screen and Jimin, on the right one) on the computer screen
Chad Olin 12 months ago
It's awesome to hear about companies and bosses that actually care about their employees. My wife works from home and was complaining about her office chair during a Zoom meeting. The chair was a few years old and getting a bit worn. He boss said to buy a new one and submit the receipt to her and would reimburse us the cost. Not only did they reimburse for the chair, she rounded it up from the actual $320 to $400!! We used the extra money to buy something for herself!!!
"Leadership training and coaching can help immensely, but not every organization makes this available," Carnachan explained. However, new bosses can become good leaders by educating themselves, too. "There are many good books and leadership classes you can take on your own or through your professional organization," according to Carnachan.
#16
Been Battling Mental Health Struggles The Better Part Of My Life And Finally Had A Psychotic Break Last Night And Am Now Seeking Care. Was So Nervous To Text My Supervisor About It. This Was His Response :')
"Disembodied voice" 12 months ago
Always great to have a good boss. Reminds me of my current supervisor, great woman.
Jan Moore 12 months ago
I had a MMD break at work and spent a week in the stress unit at the local hospital. I actually never went back to work. No one from work ever checked up on me, even by phone. In fact the co-worker that I considered my best friend never called or even asked about me. It would be funny considering that I worked at a Mental health facility.
#17
Gonna Need To See Those Welds So I Can Pretend I Know A Lot About Welding
cerinamroth 12 months ago
I‘m pretty sure it was some light teasing. This kind of thing is normal in the UK, for example. No would take offence at that.
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These Were Given To Me By My Indian Boss As Part Of Diwali Celebrations. Sweet And Filled With Cashews
They're delicious and I don't know what to Google to find more.
Orange Panda 12 months ago
I went to an Indian engagement party, and one of the appetizers was a cheese thing (there were different kinds) that I had never seen before. They were amazing!
Back then, Carnachan also told us that most employees say they have a good boss when they have similar characteristics, even if their personalities are completely different. "The commonalities of great leaders are that they ask questions, listen, know something about their direct reports' lives (as in what's important to them, not by being intrusively personal)," Carnachan told us last year.
#19
I Jokingly Told My Boss My Basement Level Office Needed A Sky Light. He Made It Happen
Shelby Moonheart 12 months ago
My hospital, in the MRI rooms, has these but they have cherry blossoms.
Annabel Again 12 months ago
They had these in the classroom at the hospital when I had to go there and it was really comforting, even though obviously they were fake and it was nighttime and there were people and noises everywhere so soothing. What a nice gift.
#20
My Boss Writes Notes On His Hand And Photocopies It For Later
Riley Quinn 12 months ago
This isn't energy efficient and the cost of toner/ink is ridiculous. Using his cell phone for notes would be more sensible than this amount of waste.
#21
What A Perfect Response
Bob Brooce 12 months ago
Did Noel kill Liam and I didn't hear about it, or was it a Liam that's not on my radar?
Just as listed in the Pew survey, a good boss, according to Carnachan, also gives feedback on an employee's performance, sets clear goals and direction, has high expectations for themselves and their team, doesn't shy away from difficult conversations, and isn't afraid to admit when they've made mistakes. "These are people who are not only respected, they often are role models for future leaders," Carnachan explained.
#22
My Boss Gifted Me My Dream Car
The Outback has always been my dream car for the last 10 years. Started out with an Impreza that ended up breaking my heart when the CVT died and I wasn’t in a position to get it fixed. I’d given my wants up to time, if I get it, awesome. If I don’t, I still have a vehicle.
I moved 2k+ miles with just my kitties from the state I grew up in 2021. Will be at my firm 2 years on 04/25. I had a car after the Impreza died, which happened 10 months after I moved, but the Volkswagen had been stolen (then returned 12 hrs later with 7 suitcases and fentanyl in it) and it was really janky and would break down a lot.
My boss saw I had a need and only out of the goodness of his heart fully paid for my ‘21 Outback. No strings. No payments to him. However he is an attorney and made me get an insane 1M policy. But I don’t complain about that at all. I got incredibly lucky as the amazing dealer found one with 1 owner who leased it so, it only had around 18k on it. I have my dream car. 5 months later I still can’t believe it. Absolutely floored. Hard work pays off in other ways than money or promotions.
I’m so eternally grateful for the people the Universe has put in my life. Words can’t explain my appreciation and safety knowing people I have no relation to has my back. And it gives me comfort to know that my closest friends and family to think of me in such a way to see me happy.
KatSaidWhat 12 months ago
I actually lolled... did she get to keep the suitcases and fentanyl?
Cpt. Christan "Panda Bombero" 12 months ago (edited)
This lady has a sweet ride, a sweet boss, a sweet job, and sweet kitties. So she is definitely living the good life.
Tonyah Mcanelly 11 months ago
Our company did this for one of my co workers . She works really hard and couldnt afford to keep her car running. The month she made employee of the month they gave her a dependable car instead of a plaque.
Philly Bob 12 months ago
Great car! I've had 3 subies. 2015 Impreza 4 door, a 2019 Impreza 4 door and now a 2024 Crosstrek.
#23
My Boss Lost A Bet
Tanja J 12 months ago
this is obviously a corgi costume and the white heart shape does not go there on a corgie...
Judy Reynolds 12 months ago
No, it doesn't! But this is a costume for people. People don't sniff where the corgi heart is supposed to be!!
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#24
My Boss Gave Me My Christmas Gift A Little Early This Year. A Set Of All-Clad Plus A Cuisinart Food Processor!
BeesEelsAndPups 12 months ago
Wow, I bought my team fancy Belgian chocolates and $50 Amazon gift cards. I couldn't afford to do this for each of my team members.
Beth Wheeler 12 months ago
Holy c**p!!! Your boss makes a lot of $$$$$ and REALLY LIKES YOU congrats!!!!
Cpt. Christan "Panda Bombero" 12 months ago
Oh that is definitely a really cool and good gift.
A good boss also needs to constantly ask themselves: "Am I a good boss?" As Linda A. Hill and Kent Lineback write for the Harvard Business Review, "as they settle in and lose their fear of imminent failure, they often grow complacent. Every organization has its ways of doing things—policies, standard practices, and unspoken guidelines, such as 'promote by seniority' and 'avoid conflict.' Once they're learned, managers often use them to get by—to 'manage' in the worst sense of the word."
#25
Two Years Ago, The Company I Was Working For Was Bought Out And I Lost My Job. My Manager Sent Me This Hand Forged Knife As A Goodbye Present Because He Knew I Collected Knives. It's One Of The Kindes Gestures I've Ever Received
MotherofGuineaPigs 12 months ago
Nice. I collect knives too. People think I'm weird. I am, but not because I collect knives
Callie27 12 months ago
cool! don't come near me with a knife, or imma run away
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#26
My British Boss Is Pretty Pleased With His 4th Of July Outfit
Cpt. Christan "Panda Bombero" 12 months ago
He is definitely showing us treasonous Colonials how it's actually done.
Michael Largey 12 months ago
If the Brits had been that accommodating back then, we wouldn't have needed July the 4th.
cerinamroth 12 months ago
He‘s British; he‘ll have some about his person somewhere!
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Gift From The Boss
I was joking with one of my bosses that when he went to Disney that he should bring me back a lightsaber. He jokingly told me one of the owners is a huge Star Wars guy himself and goes several times a year himself. I started joking with him that he should get me one next time he goes. Turns out he came back yesterday and he gifted me this bad boy today. I offered to throw him money for it but he insisted that I just have it for free. Definitely extremely grateful to my boss for this!
cerinamroth 12 months ago
Ha, I thought it was a vibrator and thought it was a little inappropriate from your boss!!😂😂
Cpt. Christan "Panda Bombero" 12 months ago
It is all fun and games until someone loses an arm in a Cantina... Just saying.
A good boss also faces conflict head-on, although most tend to avoid it. "'I hate company politics!' they say. 'Just let me do my job,'" Hill and Lineback write. "But effective managers know they cannot turn away. Instead, with integrity and for good ends, they proactively engage the organization to create the conditions for their success."
#28
Last Day At Work, Boss Got Me A Cake
#29
We Made Our Own Valentine's Day Boxes For Work. This Is My Boss
Annabel Again 12 months ago
Your boss is cute. I'm not a Valentine's Day found personally although I'm happy if y'all are having fun with it.
Falafal salad 12 months ago
What the hell is a Valentine’s Day box? And why are you celebrating Valentine’s Day at work? Is it just me that finds this weird and inappropriate?
#30
I Don’t Drink Coffee And This Morning My Boss Gave Me A Strange Beverage Simply Labeled As “Ocean” And Now My Brain Feels Like It Has 800 Hp And I Can Also See God
BookFanatic 12 months ago
We always joke at work that we'd be the easiest people in the world to poison. Food randomly shows up in the break room or our office and we don't question it...we just grab a plate.
Michael Largey 12 months ago
Boss, if you give me drink labeled "Ocean", I'm going to be taking a lot of bathroom breaks just on the power of suggestion alone.
Who wouldn't wish to have a boss like the ones on this list? What about you, Pandas, what's your relationship with your boss like? Let us know some feel-good, wholesome boss stories in the comments! And if you're looking for something similar to this list, check out our two previous articles in this series here and here!
#31
Boss Surprised Me With Vegan Cupcakes For My Birthday
ROSESARERED 12 months ago
If there is cake, and you can eat it, when so many other cakes have to be avoided, you eat it
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Next month I'm celebrating 35 years in my retail job, my manager is organising a dairy free cake for it, and lots of dairy free party food. I'm allergic to dairy. It will be nice not to have to read the fine print before grabbing something to eat.
Sand Ers 12 months ago
I was at a company party in April. Half of the desserts were vegan. I couldn't tell which, and I didn't care.
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If You've Ever Felt Like An Idiot, There Are Two Managers On This Planet Who Were Tasked With Buying A Sofa For Their Office, And They Ordered It From A Doll Shop
Panda McPandaface 12 months ago
Soo they were just looking for the cheapest available, no other considerations. If they didn't check the dimensions then they're not funny, they're f*****g idiots. It's probably not true anwyway...
Annabel Again 12 months ago
I mean it's perfect for the office, but you may need something else to sit on
Chad Olin 12 months ago
I know a guy that owns his own business and decided the "lobby" of their construction company needed new furniture: A couple chairs, two couches and three end tables. Well...when he ordered them it said they were the nearing the last of the stock, so they were 75% Off and FREE SHIPPING!! In his giddiness, he bought them WITHOUT looking closely enough, because he was on DOLLHOUSE/ CRAFT website. The final price in his "Cart" should have tipped him off, but he was too excited that he got such a great deal, he missed it! A week later a box showed up in his name and when he opened it, the look on his face was absolutely PRICELESS! They eventually ordered furniture (the right size for real people) and now the miniature furniture sits on his desk...as a reminder to PAY ATTENTION!!! Everyone still gets a laugh when we go in his office!!
#33
23 Years Ago, My Boss Gave Me This Ornament Because I Loved To Eat Hot Dogs For Lunch At Work
Cyber Returns 12 months ago
The silhouette of the sausage and pickles certainly raises an eyebrow and a chuckle
Lotekguy 12 months ago
Without your comment, I wouldn't have seen that. Now it's stuck in the foreground.
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#34
My “Boss” Just Sent Me This
I’ve been helping this girl out by doing chores at her apartment, caring for her pets, organizing, etc. since she is too busy because she is about to take her bar exam. I’m OBSESSED with dunkin refreshers, and I’ve shown up with one almost every week. I go over there this morning, and she sent me this literally could cry. She was paying attention, I see. It’s the little things. It really is.
#35
I’d Like One Please
Beth Wheeler 12 months ago
My first thought is somebody in busted phone & calculator hell. But what their boss said has me 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 so hard I can't breathe and the dogs think I've lost my marbles. There are days that I would love to make my work phone sprout wings for about 2 hot seconds.
#36
I Started My First Full Time Job Recently, And My New Supervisor Bought Me These
Dave Platt 12 months ago
I think that's the first time "balrog" and 'cute' have been used in the same paragraph.
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FABULOUS1 12 months ago
I offered to retrain a guy at my old job, otherwise they intended to fire him. A couple of weeks after training I came in to a some Wizard of Oz bobble heads that I had missing from the set. With a note thanking me for not just retraining him but also giving him the confidence he needed to do the job. It made my year and they have been great additions to my Wizard of Oz collection.
#37
My Boss’s Response When Asking To Come In Late To Finish An Essay For College
He is literally one of the best managers I’ve worked with. He is always working with me when I need time off or I’m sick, and when I’m overloaded with school. Wanted to post to show there are still good bosses out there.
#38
Me: - I Have A Small Stapler, Do You Have A Bigger One? Boss: - Yes, Here You Go
#39
My Boss Bought A Display Shelf For My Mocs
I got into vehicle procurement at the Fire Department (Berliner Feuerwehr) after I built a MOC of the first electric fire engine (2nd from the top, Rosenbauer RT) and brought it to their booth at a huge fire/rescue trade show 2 years ago.
Since then, I’ve accumulated quite a number of trucks, and the last time I brought one in my boss said that’s enough we need a display shelf (and I needed some space at home tbh).
J S 12 months ago
" My Own Creation" - used in modelling (and LEGO) to describe self-made/designed.
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Cpt. Christan "Panda Bombero" 12 months ago
Cool. My collection is Code 3 and Fist Gear. MOCs and Kibashes, are only as good as the creator. This person's are pretty nice.
#40
Rate My Outfit (This Was The Manager's Punishment For Being 30 Minutes Late)
Michael Largey 12 months ago
Depends on what business this is. If it's a day care center, great. If it's a funeral home, ...
Still Going 11 months ago
To quote A Christmas Story: "He looks like a deranged Easter Bunny!" 🐇 (Sorry, didn't think I'd ever have the chance to use that one) 😂
BookFanatic 12 months ago
Oh, I'd be scampering around in this all day. (rushes off in search of carrots)
#41
Went Away On A Trip, Found This On The Back Of An Update Note At My Job. If You Can't Tell I Love My Job And My Supervisor, They're The Best 💜
"In case you were wondering, you were missed! Hope the trip was great."
"Disembodied voice" 12 months ago
I share a desk at work with people on different shifts and we'll leave silly notes, nice to see a cute one.
#42
Owner Bought Us Steaks. One Of Our Techs Hit A Shop Record For Hours In A Day So The Boss Bought Steaks For Lunch.
Pferdchen 12 months ago
Yep. It looks like bacon wrapped filet mignon to me.
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Panda McPandaface 12 months ago
Are each of those for one person!? My digestive system would be blocked for weeks.
Tom Brincefield 12 months ago
Few filets are at most 8 oz, possibly only 6. If that will block you for weeks, you probably need to see a doctor.
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This Is How Your Boss, Or In My Case The Owner Of The Company, Is Supposed To React
#44
My Boss At My Internship Was Told By A Coworker That I Like To Listen To Music But Don't Have Headphones ATM, So He Gave Me A Headset!
#45
My Boss Ordered Me A Ham As A Bonus For Doing Good This Past Week, What Would You Guys Do If This Fell Into Your Possession?
I’m pretty much definitely going to wind up freezing most of it as I live with just my girlfriend and I don’t have family to share with, but I’d love some feedback on how to make the most of this beast.
WindySwede 12 months ago
Just think about all the salt in the ham, so if planning for cat then just remember then can't handle to much! 🙂😿
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Kim Mathews 12 months ago
ham cheese tomato sandwiches/ pasta with Carbonara Sause/ chicken schnitzel = crumbed chicken layer of ham layer of cheese and Bolognese Sause/ Hot baked beans cooked with small cubes of ham and onion.
Beth Wheeler 12 months ago
Ummmm why is it on the floor? Kitty can't have it, has 2 much salt and would make the cat sick. Cook it, divide into packages wrapped in Glad Press'N Seal, then in either a big Ziploc bag or plastic container and put in the freezer.
Barbara Sapp 11 months ago
Freezing half is a good idea. You may want to slice it in portions so it lasts longer.
#46
Look What My Boss Gave Me!
It also came with 4 other games, link cable and wall adapter.
René Sauer 12 months ago
nice!!! Probably found in the garage or attic left over from his kids 😂
#47
My Boss Accidentally Wore His New Shoes To Work
Boo Vaher 10 months ago
Dreadful work uniform, shoes or no shoes. I would be worried about his safety as it looks like his pants are about to fall off. And customers, as no doubt he has to keep grabbing them to pull them up, does he wash his hands each time? Also, those baggy sleeves, how often do they drag through the pizza and filling when he reaches over for something??
#48
Xmas Rolled In From The Boss
Cpt. Christan "Panda Bombero" 12 months ago
Nice gift but if you spend it on Mac Tools, that's going to get you about one tool.
#49
I Bought Them Recently And I Looove Them!! So Comfy
Maim 8 months ago
The poster is obviously a Swiftie from her profile pic, so boss got her something they knew she was interested in. Boss took notes - that's good.
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I’m Full Time CS!! I Literally Wanted To Cry. My Managers Got Me A Balloon And Cupcake And Told Me It Was Well Deserved 🥺❤️ Very Grateful For The Team I Work With Everyday, I Wanna Cry I've Worked So Hard For This
#51
Lost 1 Of My Part Time Jobs After 10 Years - Business Closed Down . Boss Sent Me This . The Small Things In Life Make Such A Difference
The note reads: "Thanks for sooooooooo many years for dedicated service to the ***. We couldn't have done it without you! Wishing you every success in the future."
Oskar vanZandt 12 months ago
Better than a "clever", non-gift... Like a certificate with some daft message.
#52
So My Boss Ordered The Wrong Size Measuring Jugs. He Said It Was Such A Good Deal He Ordered 10!
Rali Meyer 12 months ago
well, if you fill all 10, you get to 500 ml... Good enough to top up oil
#53
Some Managers Are Keepers. New Manager Promoted To 2ic, Potentially Will Take Over The Company When The Boss Retires. He’s An Absolute Treasure
#54
Appreciation From My Boss. (I Work As A Nanny)
#55
So My Boss Also Bet Me $50 That Judge Wouldn’t Win MVP This Was Sitting On My Desk When I Walked In This Morning
Don Adams 12 months ago
Aaron Judge, baseball player for the New York Yankees, was named the American League Most Valuable Player (MVP) in 2022 and 2024.
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#56
My Boss For Student Appreciation Week Gave Me This! I Feel So Lucky To Have Such Great People To Work With!!
"Jadan,
Your strong work ethic is a shining example of what it means to be a dedicated professional. Thank you for your commitment to excellence.
Thank you!
Hilda Jennifer"
#57
Surprise From My Supervisor
I came into work today to find this little card and some chocolate from my supervisor. Back says "thanks for all you do :)". My previous job was filled with toxic managers who always made me feel like I was crap at my job because customers weren't flooding the sales floor and buying cars (I worked internet sales for a car dealership), and that I was always expendable. Now I work for great people that make me feel valued and if I mess up, my job isn't at risk. Just wanted to share my fuzzy feeling with you all.
Brian Droste 12 months ago
My previous supervisor would make a little gift bag for each employee at the end of the year for appreciation for all the hard work we did for the past year.
#58
My Boss Ties Pieces Of Paper To His Hoodie So He Remembers To Look At It Later
Bean Driller 12 months ago
I have so many alarms set on my phone for this exact purpose! It sucks to be middle aged and have zero recall!
Brian Droste 12 months ago (edited)
You think you have zero recall during middle ages? Wait until you hit 65.
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#61
Get You A Boss Who Responds Like This & Asks If You Need Anything When You Call In Sick Instead Of Belittling You For Calling In Sick (:
#62
I Employed A Redditor, She's Always Browsing Instead Of Working. I Hope She Sees It Because I'm Sick Of Telling Her To Get Back To Work!
Panda McPandaface 12 months ago
I guess... I doubt I'd put up with it for long
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I don't think it's a problem if employees use their mobile phone during their breaks... If they are on their phones where they work/serve customers it gives the impression that they're not interested in doing their job which makes the customers feel neglected/ignored.
#63
I'm A Lifeguard. My Boss Gave Me A Key To Open This Drawer, Then Started Laughing Hysterically When I Tried Unlocking It. I Didn't Realize Why Until Now
#64
My Boss Takes His Vacation Very Seriously
I forwarded my boss a threatening email I received while he was away on vacation. This was his response.
Pandamonium Pandas Pandie 12 months ago (edited)
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Moana Manana 12 months ago (edited)
I got really lucky with my superiour, too. Even if he didn't use words, he shows me his appretiation thourgh my pay check regularly. When the work got overwhelming constantly, with no opportunity to slow down a little, he got me a new colleague. And once, we had a major project, for which I was the main driver in our department, but I only managers were invited to the success party. My boss came back with a piece of cake and a soda. He asked everyone at that party, why I was not invited, since I was the one who did the job. Then he proceeded to ask the other managers who were there, about their main diver employee... He then refused to eat that cake, since he was really not that much involved, and instead he took it, left the party and gave me that cake and soda, with the words: for your hard work. The bosses are very pleased. And left. I later heard what really happend.
veryvenasaur 12 months ago
I worked in a grocery store, and I had a couple of managers. One yelled at me for leaving the register while I was helping an elderly customer exchange an item and the other took over bagging groceries for me so I could take a break to call my mom and ask for her help. (It was a torrential rain storm and since I'd only been driving for 4 months I wanted her to pick me up because I didn't feel safe on the road). He also consistently would do the most menial tasks such as bagging or sweeping when the store was busy. I really liked that second manager.
BookFanatic 12 months ago
21 years at my public library and I still love it every day. Somedays more than others, but I've been so incredibly lucky to have a wonderful work environment.
Livingwithcfs 12 months ago
I had an awesome boss in my last job. I got sick, really nasty migraines and collapsed several times. My boss sent me home send kept my job open for 3 months as doctors were trying to find out what was wrong. There was a roster of staff to check on me (I lead just moved to part of country with no family or friend support). She kept me on a maintenance wages even though she wasn't legally obligated to. Unfortunately it ended up being a condition that meant I became an invalid, but the support I had from her and colleagues helped me in such an incredibly tough time.
talliloo 10 months ago
have had both horrible and great bosses. at my job my immediate supervisor was mostly difficult to work for but her boss, who was the division's head, was wonderful. even though she didn't work in the same building or even came into our office regularly she definitely had her fingers on the pulse of the employees. when i had to put my dog down she found out & sent me home for the rest of the day & the next day as well as giving me bereavement pay. i ended up being medically retired from the job but before that happened she would regularly ask how i was doing. one time there was a change in my meds which literally put me to sleep. my super sent a copy of the reprimand for sleeping on the job for her signature. her response: apparently she came down with a small blanket, covered me up, turned off my lights & left instructions to let me be as well as calling her when i woke up or at end of day-which ever came first-as she wanted to make sure i was able to drive home.
Tonyah Mcanelly 11 months ago
I worked for an online Pharmacy. I had a house fire lost everything . My supervisor gave me all the time i needed to get things straight with the insurance company and contractors. I was paid all the days i took off with out using nay PTO or sick time,
Earonn - 12 months ago
I've just realised how many of these would also be done or possible at my place of work, and now I need to get a little appreciation gift for my boss. :) Our team is always there for each other, so whenever one member can only give 50% or even 0% the others have their back. It's so little that means so much.
Moana Manana 12 months ago (edited)
I got really lucky with my superiour, too. Even if he didn't use words, he shows me his appretiation thourgh my pay check regularly. When the work got overwhelming constantly, with no opportunity to slow down a little, he got me a new colleague. And once, we had a major project, for which I was the main driver in our department, but I only managers were invited to the success party. My boss came back with a piece of cake and a soda. He asked everyone at that party, why I was not invited, since I was the one who did the job. Then he proceeded to ask the other managers who were there, about their main diver employee... He then refused to eat that cake, since he was really not that much involved, and instead he took it, left the party and gave me that cake and soda, with the words: for your hard work. The bosses are very pleased. And left. I later heard what really happend.
veryvenasaur 12 months ago
I worked in a grocery store, and I had a couple of managers. One yelled at me for leaving the register while I was helping an elderly customer exchange an item and the other took over bagging groceries for me so I could take a break to call my mom and ask for her help. (It was a torrential rain storm and since I'd only been driving for 4 months I wanted her to pick me up because I didn't feel safe on the road). He also consistently would do the most menial tasks such as bagging or sweeping when the store was busy. I really liked that second manager.
BookFanatic 12 months ago
21 years at my public library and I still love it every day. Somedays more than others, but I've been so incredibly lucky to have a wonderful work environment.
Livingwithcfs 12 months ago
I had an awesome boss in my last job. I got sick, really nasty migraines and collapsed several times. My boss sent me home send kept my job open for 3 months as doctors were trying to find out what was wrong. There was a roster of staff to check on me (I lead just moved to part of country with no family or friend support). She kept me on a maintenance wages even though she wasn't legally obligated to. Unfortunately it ended up being a condition that meant I became an invalid, but the support I had from her and colleagues helped me in such an incredibly tough time.
talliloo 10 months ago
have had both horrible and great bosses. at my job my immediate supervisor was mostly difficult to work for but her boss, who was the division's head, was wonderful. even though she didn't work in the same building or even came into our office regularly she definitely had her fingers on the pulse of the employees. when i had to put my dog down she found out & sent me home for the rest of the day & the next day as well as giving me bereavement pay. i ended up being medically retired from the job but before that happened she would regularly ask how i was doing. one time there was a change in my meds which literally put me to sleep. my super sent a copy of the reprimand for sleeping on the job for her signature. her response: apparently she came down with a small blanket, covered me up, turned off my lights & left instructions to let me be as well as calling her when i woke up or at end of day-which ever came first-as she wanted to make sure i was able to drive home.
Tonyah Mcanelly 11 months ago
I worked for an online Pharmacy. I had a house fire lost everything . My supervisor gave me all the time i needed to get things straight with the insurance company and contractors. I was paid all the days i took off with out using nay PTO or sick time,
Earonn - 12 months ago
I've just realised how many of these would also be done or possible at my place of work, and now I need to get a little appreciation gift for my boss. :) Our team is always there for each other, so whenever one member can only give 50% or even 0% the others have their back. It's so little that means so much.
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