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This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things: 2 Stories of Managers Who Deserve Diarrhea

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Ever witnessed management decisions so shocking they leave you speechless? This episode dives into three workplace scenarios that'll make your jaw drop – and your blood boil.
First, we discuss why water parks might be the worst team-building venue imaginable. As Warren shares from his experience managing one, "I've seen more tail today than I'd see in an aquarium" isn't exactly the feedback you want from your company outing. We break down why swimwear and colleagues simply don't mix, no matter how fun the slides might be.
The conversation takes a serious turn as we analyze a viral confrontation between an Alaskan resort employee and management. When managers barged into employee housing demanding sick workers show up, one bartender decided to record the interaction. What follows is a masterclass in how NOT to handle workplace conflict – from false accusations to the dismissive "you're just a bartender" comment that ultimately ignited a termination. We unpack the racial microaggressions, power dynamics, and management failures that turned a fixable situation into a PR nightmare.
Most disturbing is our final story about a 19-year-old special needs employee at Meijer grocery who was arrested for eating approximately $110 worth of food over three months. Rather than addressing this through coaching or compassionate conversation, management monitored him for months before involving police – a decision that speaks volumes about their values. As HR professionals, we're outraged by this callous approach to managing vulnerable employees.
These stories highlight critical workplace issues around power, dignity, and proportional responses to problems. Whether you're in HR or management, these cautionary tales demonstrate why leading with empathy isn't just morally right – it's essential to functioning workplaces.
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Chapters

1. Episode Introduction (00:00:00)

2. Taylor Swift Engagement Talk (00:06:42)

3. Water Parks as Team Building Disasters (00:13:47)

4. Manager vs. Employee Confrontation (00:21:06)

5. Analyzing Workplace Microaggressions (00:36:31)

6. Restaurant Industry Management Culture (00:52:14)

7. Special Needs Employee Arrested for $110 (00:54:48)

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