Startup employee claims she was fired for 'liking' a post on toxic workplaces
A former employee of a mental health startup alleges she was fired for liking a LinkedIn post about toxic workplaces, describing a hostile environment and emotional distress, which sparked Reddit discussions.
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A former employee of a mental health startup has claimed she was fired for liking a LinkedIn post that discussed toxic workplaces. The anonymous ex-employee shared her experience on Reddit, detailing a hostile work environment characterized by a difficult relationship with her manager and CEO. She described her workplace as overwhelming, leading to emotional distress, including crying during work hours. The situation escalated when the CEO accused her of spreading misinformation about the company, which she attributed to her liking the LinkedIn post. Following this accusation, she was terminated without warning. The post gained significant attention on Reddit, with users commenting on the irony of a mental health company exhibiting such toxic behavior and expressing sympathy for the former employee. Some users suggested that her firing might be a blessing in disguise, considering the negative impact on her mental health.
- A former employee claims she was fired for liking a LinkedIn post about toxic workplaces.
- The ex-employee described her work environment as hostile and emotionally distressing.
- The CEO accused her of spreading misinformation, leading to her termination.
- The incident sparked discussions on Reddit about corporate hypocrisy in mental health organizations.
- Many users expressed sympathy and suggested her firing could be a blessing in disguise.
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