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A Line of Coke, Then Rub One Out. Bill Joins Us For Fun & Headaches

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Every HR professional knows there's a stark difference between what appears in the employee handbook and the wild, messy reality of managing workplace behavior. In this jaw-dropping episode, we dive into what might be the most bizarre workplace investigation we've ever covered—one that begins with rumors of cocaine use and strange "sounds of pleasure" coming from the women's restroom.
Our special guest Bill shares his firsthand account of unraveling this workplace mystery, which takes a sharp turn when a clueless manager decides to directly question female employees about masturbating in the bathroom. The investigation ultimately reveals one employee responsible for both the drug use and inappropriate behavior, culminating in a confrontation that perfectly demonstrates why HR professionals need nerves of steel and impeccable judgment.
But the workplace madness doesn't stop there. We explore the dangerous trend of employees documenting confidential work procedures on social media, including a store manager who essentially created a security breach tutorial by filming herself accessing safes, handling cash, and showing security credentials—all before being caught napping on her own recording.
We also tackle the frustrating phenomenon of "job tourists"—candidates who collect positions like souvenirs without developing real expertise, leaving hiring managers struggling to find qualified talent amid inflated resumes. This leads to a spirited debate about resume gaps and whether employers have the right to question candidates about periods of unemployment.
Throughout it all, we embrace our "four walls rule"—creating a safe space where HR professionals can vent about the absurdity of workplace situations without judgment. Because sometimes, you just need to laugh at the unbelievable scenarios that land on your desk when you work in human resources.
Have your own wild HR story to share? We'd love to hear from you and possibly feature your experience on an upcoming episode. After all, in the world of HR, truth is always stranger than fiction.

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Chapters

1. Welcome to Jaded HR (00:00:00)

2. Bill's Shocking Bathroom Story (00:01:20)

3. The Masturbation Investigation Fallout (00:06:40)

4. Employee Caught in Both Scandals (00:10:45)

5. Social Media Disasters at Work (00:17:40)

6. Sports Fans Behaving Badly (00:28:40)

7. Job Tourists and Resume Gaps (00:35:10)

8. Malicious Compliance With Dress Codes (00:47:50)

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