bosses

Internal - Boss Cult Behavior

My boss makes us chant affirmations to a cardboard cutout of himself every morning. Is this a cult—or just illegal?

A hilarious yet insightful look at what to do when your boss forces employees to chant affirmations to a cardboard cutout every morning. Learn whether this bizarre workplace ritual is a cult, illegal, or just deeply unprofessional—plus practical advice, legal context, and strategies for protecting your sanity. Perfect for readers navigating toxic or absurd office dynamics.
December 17, 2025 Jack Hawkins
Fb Og Image - Remote Job Offer Gone Wrong

I accepted a job offer with a tech startup. Two weeks after I started, the company went bankrupt, and the owners vanished. What do I do now?

Accepted a startup job only for the company to go bankrupt two weeks later? Here’s what to do about unpaid wages, legal options, job searching, finances, and protecting yourself.
May 8, 2026 Jack Hawkins
Internal - Boss Pays Cash Suddenly

I've received my paycheck every 2 weeks like clockwork. Now, my boss wants to pay me only in cash. Should I ask why?

Boss suddenly wants to pay you in cash? Here’s why that can be legal, why it can also be a red flag, and what to ask before accepting your next envelope.
April 30, 2026 Jack Hawkins
Asian woman is stressed while planning a trip.

My job is fully remote, but my boss got upset when he found out I was working from a villa in the Caribbean. Does it really matter?

Working remotely sounds like the ultimate setup—until your boss finds out your “home office” includes a beachfront villa and a pool. What felt like a harmless upgrade suddenly turns into a weird conversation about expectations, trust, and whether your location actually matters. If you’ve ever thought, it’s remote work, who cares where I am, you’re definitely not the only one.
April 15, 2026 J. Clarke
Woman Concerned in the office hallway

We got a new boss, and he immediately cut therapy coverage from our health insurance and got rid of mental health days. Is that even legal in 2026?

Mental health benefits were supposed to be the bare minimum by now. Right? Therapy coverage. Time off to reset. These are things companies have been bragging about offering for years now. So is it even legal, in this day and age, to get rid of them altogether?
February 11, 2026 Jesse Singer