careers

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‘It’s crazy how many people are brainwashed into loving work’: Woman leaves YouTube video of fake Microsoft update on her computer to get out of working

'Now that is a life hack.'

On Jun 24, 2022 by Lauren Castro

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‘Just because you might think it sounds mean, doesn’t mean they perceive it that way!’: Young professional says she will not placate expectations at the office by being overly emoji-centric in her correspondence, sparking debate

'No because if my coworkers don't send smileys I just assume they hate me.'

On Jun 23, 2022 by Rebekah Harding

‘This person should be embarrassed’: Woman shares what you should do when a co-worker puts you on blast in a meeting

'It's such an emotionally mature response.'

On Jun 22, 2022 by Lauren Castro

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‘This was me right before I put in my notice’: TikToker in HR says she can tell when a top performer is about to quit

'PTO - prepare the others because that one about to go.'

On Jun 22, 2022 by Kathleen Wong

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‘If you’re not happy, leave’: Staples worker quits job on the spot in viral TikTok

'Now that’s how you quit a job respectfully.'

On Jun 21, 2022 by Kathleen Wong

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‘That’s a major red flag’: Job coach provides one question you must ask when picking a manager in viral video

'I can’t stand boring people that do nothing but work/tv/sleep.'

On Jun 21, 2022 by Lauren Castro

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Swipe This! Social media makes me feel like my career is lagging. Will I ever catch up?

Step away from the phone. You are too close to the phone.

On Jan 27, 2020 by Nayomi Reghay

Twitter users are dragging their career choices with ‘flight attendant’ meme

'Is there a doctor on this flight?'

On Nov 27, 2019 by Esther Bell

Internet Culture

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People on Twitter are posting the 5 weirdest jobs they’ve had for this meme

From 'hoe' to 'housewife' and 'joker' to 'smoker.'

On Apr 24, 2019 by Eilish O'Sullivan

Internet Culture

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Women with traditional careers, men with style are getting the most swipes on Tinder

Is your job among the most swipeable?

On Sep 4, 2018 by Samantha Grasso

Internet Culture IRL

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The importance of defining sexual harassment and the uncomfortable grays we call ‘not that bad’

A guide to understanding your rights in the workplace and on campus.

On Nov 11, 2017 by Samantha Grasso

The 10 best excuses for getting out of work early

We are not to be held accountable for any job loss.

On Jun 5, 2017 by Kristen Hubby

Internet Culture

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The newscaster who got fired for daydreaming has landed a new gig

It pays to go viral.

On Apr 11, 2017 by Jessica Machado

Internet Culture IRL

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Project managers are in demand now more than ever: Here’s how to start

Work towards your PMP certification with this course.

On Apr 5, 2017 by The Daily Dot Bazaar

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Man who works from home keeps naming his dog ’employee of the quarter’

Seems fair.

On Mar 21, 2017 by David Covucci

Internet Culture