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So, we’re a small startup and some people here are just… annoying. Recently, I had my first ever office disagreement with a colleague. She started talking crap, and I gave it right back.

Now I’m wondering – should I tell my boss about it? (FYI, my boss is literally the CEO 😅) This isn’t a one-time thing either… it’s kind of a pattern with her.

I’ve never been in an office fight before... I’m usually the friendly, get along with everyone guy. What’s the best way to handle situations like this?

Office fights at startup

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Do HRs ever post about employees who invest years hoping for promotions and better pay, only to get fired one morning with a month's severance? 

Employees owe companies nothing. If employees risk joining, knowing they can be fired anytime in the first six months, companies should take the same risk. 

They can't have it both ways!

HR loyalty cuts both ways, right?

I recently heard about a candidate who asked for a “Rain Allowance” during an interview, and at first, I laughed. But now I think he might actually be onto something.

During monsoon, his Ola/Uber fares shoot up because of rain and waterlogging. So he suggested

Pay extra during rainy months

Let him WFH on rainy days 

Or allow him to come late if it’s pouring 

He explained that in July, his travel cost literally doubled. He even asked the interviewer if they used Ola/Uber and told them to compare this month’s expenses with a normal month.

And guess what? When they actually checked… he was right. The whole month’s usual fare had been spent in just 15 days. Even on a regular rainy morning, prices were more than 2x.

Now I’m thinking… maybe “Rain Allowance” isn’t such a wild idea after all. In fact, I might just need it myself 😅 What do u guys think?

Rain Allowance: The Job Perk I Never Knew I Needed

In today’s one-on-one, my manager gave me a list of negative feedback.
Honestly, the worst day ever. 
I have been silent ever since. I have been working hard every day, but his criticism really disappointed me. 
I don’t know how to deal with this right now. Please help!!

What do you do when you receive poor-quality feedback from your manager?

I received this email from HR this morning...the wording is a bit vague, and no one has directly addressed it yet. We’re working from home, and I’m continuing with my daily tasks, but this has definitely raised some concerns.

Is this a layoff mail?

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Adulting

Today, I was just 2 minutes late to work and my boss scolded me like I committed a crime. Honestly, I’m done with working under someone else’s rules. I so badly wanted to get up and leave the room in full confidence without caring about others. I wish my parents were rich enough that I could just live stress free without this daily pressure. 
 
Adulting feels like a full time struggle. I’m constantly worried about rent, bills, and all the expenses that never seem to end. If only my parents had saved or planned something for me, I’d be chilling at home with no worries, maybe a Dubai house, some properties, and cars lined up like a showroom. Instead, I’m stuck in this corporate grind, feeling exhausted and frustrated every single day.
 
It’s hard not to feel bitter sometimes. I hate that I have to work so hard just to get by while dreaming of a life that seems so far away. I just wish my parents had set me up better so I wouldn’t have to stress like this.

I Blame All My Corporate Misery on My Parents (And I’m Not Even Sorry

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