Almost fired over a smile
When a smile became a “sign of disrespect”
Power, ego, and misplaced professionalism
What workplaces can learn from this
Respect goes both ways
When a smile nearly cost a young professional his job, the internet took notice. A viral Reddit post has sparked an uncomfortable conversation about the fragility of corporate hierarchies, ego-driven management, and how remote work exposed deep cracks in workplace culture.The post, shared in late October, recounts the experience of a fresher who joined a mid-sized company during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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