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malicious compliance at work

Boss Makes New Break Room Rule, Then Loses It When Worker Follows It Exactly

Employee Stops Saving Money For Their Company After They Showed They Don’t Appreciate It

“Gone To The Toilet”: Boss Wants To Track Employees’ Every Minute, They Maliciously Comply

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Karen Tries To Shame A Teacher For Using Their Phone, Gets Put In Place Herself Instead

Demanding Manager Faces Unexpected Consequences After Requesting Remote Work Proof

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“Lead By Example”: CEO Forced To Backtrack His Return-To-Office Policy After Malicious Compliance

Worker Refuses To Accept Lower Pay For Finishing Work Faster, Tests Corporate Policy

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“Delete It? OK”: Boss Demands Employee Delete Excel Spreadsheet, Makes A Big Mistake

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“Half Past Stupid O’Clock”: Micromanaging Broker Tracks Trucker’s Every Move, She Has Enough

“Leave Bobby Alone”: Power-Hungry Boss Won’t Listen, Messes Around With Key Worker, Gets Fired