bad bosses

When your boss turns “mandatory fun” into a bouncy castle wrestling match, it’s more than weird—it’s a workplace red flag. Learn your rights, how to report it, and why toxic “team-building” crosses serious lines.

Let’s start by acknowledging the obvious: if your boss staged his own death just to measure “loyalty,” you’re not crazy for questioning your career choices. That’s not team building—it’s theatrical manipulation with lasting emotional consequences. No handbook prepares you for a boss pulling that kind of stunt.

So, your boss thought it would be clever to take your personal photos and toss them as an example in a workplace presentation. You’re not wrong to feel unsettled. Let’s break down why this matters, how you can address it, and what your rights may look like in this kind of situation.

If your boss hasn’t given you a raise in five years (especially one you think you deserve), we get that you’re probably wondering: is that even legal? Doesn’t he have to give me a raise at some point? Well, the answer might surprise you.

Imagine this: Your manager calls the team into a meeting and requests that everyone accept a pay cut. You're stunned. Some co-workers nod and agree without complaining. But you're left wondering: What now?

It's a frustrating situation: your boss excitedly informs everyone that the team is getting long-overdue raises—then nothing happens. It's been six months now and you're still waiting while your paycheck still says the same thing. What do you do when a raise is all talk?