horrible bosses

My boss keeps asking about my fertility treatments and suggested I delay having kids. Can I report this?

Learn how to handle a boss who keeps asking about your fertility treatments or suggests you delay having kids. This 27-slide, magazine-style advice article explains your legal rights, how to set boundaries, when to report the behavior, and how to protect yourself in a hostile workplace—all with clarity, empathy, and humor.
November 26, 2025 Jack Hawkins

My boss fired a coworker who refused to pray with him at lunch. Now he’s asking me to lead next week’s prayer. What do I do?

A worker faces a troubling dilemma after their boss fires a coworker for refusing to pray and then asks them to lead the next office prayer. This engaging advice article explores employee rights, workplace boundaries, and practical steps to stay protected in an uncomfortable — and potentially illegal — situation. Perfect for readers dealing with toxic workplace dynamics.
November 26, 2025 Jack Hawkins

My boss bought a lie detector app and asks random questions like “Do you respect me?” Can I report this behavior?

When your boss starts using a lie detector app at work, things get weird fast. Learn your legal rights, how to safely report misconduct, and ways to protect yourself from toxic, power-tripping managers — all explained with humor and clarity.
October 14, 2025 Jack Hawkins

My boss hosted a “mandatory fun night” where he wrestled interns in a bouncy castle. What are our options?

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.
October 10, 2025 Jack Hawkins

My boss faked his own demise to see how we’d react. Now he’s back and expects a

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.
September 29, 2025 Jack Hawkins

My boss used my vacation photos in a presentation to mock “lazy employees.” What are my rights?

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.
September 23, 2025 Quinn Mercer