bosses

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.

When employees aren't happy, they're more likely to quit, and the cost of turnover can hurt a business. Sadly, not all employers seem to realize this.