28 Hilariously Bizarre Boss Notes That Left Employees Stunned and Shaming Online
Ever wonder how some bosses manage to turn a simple break room into a battlefield of passive-aggression and bad vibes? I mean, you’d think steering a team toward success—while keeping sanity intact—wouldn’t require crafting snarky, soul-crushing signs plastered on every wall. But, alas, here we are. Instead of being the “World’s Best Boss,” some folks seem hell-bent on snagging the crown for “Most Infuriating Manager” by posting messages that make you want to throw your coffee at the nearest wall.
I dove deep into the wild world of Reddit to collect these unforgettable, eyebrow-raising, and often downright insulting notes from the workplace trenches. Fair warning: scrolling through these is like poking a bear with a stick—you’ll probably get riled up. But hey, there’s a silver lining! We also chatted with career coach Sarah Archer to unpack what truly makes—or breaks—a great leader. So, if you ever find yourself wielding the manager’s cape, keep these nightmares in mind as the ultimate “what not to do” checklist. Ready to cringe, laugh, and maybe get inspired? Buckle up.
I’m sure being a great boss isn’t easy. Managing a whole team of employees while attempting to keep morale high and turnover rates low could be stressful for even the coolest of cucumbers. But keeping your team from hating you shouldn’t require winning any awards for being the World’s Best Boss. Just refrain from posting passive-aggressive signs in the workplace, and you should be okay…
Below, we’ve gathered photos of some of the most infuriating and insulting messages bosses have posted for their employees that have later ended up on Reddit. We’ll warn you right now, pandas, that scrolling through this list might make your blood boil, so be sure to upvote the messages you find most egregious. Keep reading to also find a conversation we were lucky enough to have with career coach Sarah Archer, and if you ever find yourself in charge of employees, remember these examples of what not to do!
The Place My Girlfriend Works At Just Posted This Sign In Their Break Room. The Company Had Record Profits Last Year
Is This Even Legal? Stopped At A Restaurant For Lunch And Saw This Sign In The Employee Area
So This Is The Sign Posted On The Bathroom Door At Work Today
This Sign Posted At Our Shop… Dont They Know I Need At Least 3 Days Off A Month For My Mental Health
An Old Sign Posted At My Customer Service Job. Thought Police Are In The Back Office
Teacher Appreciation Week Part 2. Our Superintendent Left A Very Heartfelt “Thank You” Note For Staff Members In The Lounge
This Was Several Years Back, But My Gm Used To Post Notes Like This All Over The Place
Little Old But This Note Was Put Up Last Summer During Record Breaking Heat Here In Utah. It Was Like 112f If I Remember Correctly. Rip Those Of Us Working Outside
New Manager In Training Is Trying To Make A Name For Himself And He Thinks This Is The Way To Do It
This Sign At My Work. They Will Charge Staff For Anything As Minimal As A Broken Ice Cream Cone
Why Do The Lowest Paid Jobs Enforce The Most Draconian Rules? No Sitting For Cashiers At A Quick Mart
Found This On Facebook. Post Said The Sign Posted Behind The Counter Of A Fast Food Restaurant, In Full View Of The Customers…
My Boyfriend’s Manager (Who Has Been Making All His Employees Clock Out Early) Left This Note For Him
