35 Instances Of Employers Writing Such Delusional Memos That Their Employees Felt Compelled To Expose Them

The audacity of these employers...

Damjan

• Published in Interesting
• August 7, 2023

Stepping up as a boss isn't exactly a slice of cake. It means keeping tabs on everyone, ensuring the team vibes are positive, and staving off the dreaded employee turnover.

Yet, it doesn't take a rocket scientist to avoid becoming the office villain. A straightforward strategy? Skip out on plastering snarky, passive-aggressive notes all over the workplace.

The thing about being a boss is even if you're calling the shots, your actions can prompt 'quiet quitting' or 'silent resigning.' This happens when employees are so fed up or disheartened that they mentally check out from their jobs, even if they physically remain.

They might be showing up, but their enthusiasm, creativity, and effort have packed up and left the building. In the following compilation, we've collected some real-life, cringe-worthy examples of the most frustrating and downright disrespectful notes that bosses have left for their employees.

These bosses probably thought these messages would stay within the office walls, but their miffed employees decided to share them with the world via Reddit. Buckle up as we venture into this showcase of how not to manage a team.

If there's a lesson here, it's about how thoughtless communication can lead to silent resignation and prompt employees to seek greener pastures.

1. "This Sign At My Local L&l Hawaiian BBQ Spot"

2. "Is This Even Legal? Servers Make $3 An Hour In This Area And You Can Take Their Tips?"

3. "Am I Losing It Or Is This Insane?"

4. "Simultaneously Threatening And Hysterical Sign From My First Job (Donut Shop)"

5. "My Boyfriend's Manager (Who Has Been Making All His Employees Clock Out Early) Left This Note For Him"

6. "An Old Sign Posted At My Customer Service Job. Thought Police Are In The Back Office"

7. "Gross. “Do Not Sit Unless You Have Doc Note”

8. "Little Old But This Note Was Put Up Last Summer During Record Breaking Heat Here In Utah. It Was Like 112f If I Remember Correctly. Rip Those Of Us Working Outside"

9. "I'm So Done With This Petty, Asinine Bulls**t"

10. "Is This Even Legal? Stopped At A Restaurant For Lunch And Saw This Sign In The Employee Area"

11. "Came In To This Today"

12. "Found This On Facebook. Post Said The Sign Posted Behind The Counter Of A Fast Food Restaurant, In Full View Of The Customers…"

13. "I Got Back To Work After Being Very Sick And Found My Wall Calendar Hidden In My Desk With This Note. I Am Pissed"

14. "When My Grandfather Passed Away, My Boss Asked For A Funeral Note. Wtf Is A Funeral Note?"

15. "My Boss Likes To Hide Behind Notes Instead Of Talking To Us. Today We Found This"

16. "This Was Several Years Back, But My Gm Used To Post Notes Like This All Over The Place"

17. "This Sign At A Hotel I Stayed This Weekend"

18. "This Sign For Employees In The Kitchen At The Cafe I Work In"

19. "Why Do The Lowest Paid Jobs Enforce The Most Draconian Rules? No Sitting For Cashiers At A Quick Mart"

20. "Teacher Appreciation Week Part 2. Our Superintendent Left A Very Heartfelt “Thank You” Note For Staff Members In The Lounge"

21. "The Place My Girlfriend Works At Just Posted This Sign In Their Break Room. The Company Had Record Profits Last Year"

22. "What A Day To Know How To Read"

23. "Does Anyone Else Have A Sign Like This? It Just Feels Off"

24. "This Childish Sign"

25. "You Could Say There Are Perks"

26. "This Sign At My Work. They Will Charge Staff For Anything As Minimal As A Broken Ice Cream Cone"

27. "New Manager In Training Is Trying To Make A Name For Himself And He Thinks This Is The Way To Do It"

28. "Job Called Me In. First Day And I Found This. The Wall Of Fame Had Nothing On It. There Were Many Other Notes Basically S***ting On Everyone. Left 30 Minutes Into The Shift… No Regret"

29. "A Note And Bonus Math Lesson From My Manager. My Addition To The Sign Was Not Appreciated"

30. "Employees Need A Doctor's Note To Eat At Work"

31. "So This Is The Sign Posted On The Bathroom Door At Work Today"

32. "Hmmm..... I Don't Think I Will Be Signing This"

33. "This Sign Posted At Our Shop... Don't They Know I Need At Least 3 Days Off A Month For My Mental Health"

34. "A Thank You Note From My Job To My Husband For My Mandatory Overtime"

35. "Work Wants To Charge Us 0.50 Cents Per Shift For Our Tips Or Have Us Wait 2 Weeks. Wtf!"

Maintaining a healthy work environment boils down to respect and good communication. As these examples show, bosses who resort to passive-aggressive tactics rather than open dialogue may find that their words return to haunt them in unexpected ways.

When employees feel valued and respected, they are more likely to contribute positively to the workplace and remain loyal to their teams. So, to all the bosses out there, remember - it's not just about managing work but also about fostering healthy relationships with your team.

Avoid the temptation to pen that snide note. Instead, focus on creating a culture of respect and open communication, and watch your team thrive.

Damjan