bosses

When a boss goes too far, it usually looks like micromanaging or unfair deadlines. But what if your boss staged something darker—a fake stalker designed to make employees feel scared and grateful for his “protection”? It sounds like a plot ripped from a thriller, but for some workers, it’s disturbingly real. The question is, how should you respond when your manager manipulates fear instead of building trust?

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.

Finding out your boss is “in disguise” at lunch and critiquing what you say isn’t quirky leadership—it’s creepy. It can also raise legal flags about surveillance, retaliation, and interference with rights to discuss work conditions. Let’s break down what’s likely going on, what’s unlawful, and how to protect yourself (and your coworkers) pragmatically.

Handling workplace dynamics can be tricky, and lending money to a colleague or boss only makes things even messier. If your boss borrows money and has yet to pay you back, the power imbalance might make you feel awkward about getting it back. But you aren’t powerless. Here are a few tips to help you handle the situation without losing your job.

No employee is perfect, but sometimes you will come across workers that make you wonder exactly how they got hired at all.

It’s possible for employees to stick up for themselves and get their bosses fired. Here, people share what happened when they saw their boss to the door.