It’s no secret that the workplace has been becoming increasingly toxic in recent years. And one way that bosses love making their employees feel uncomfortable is by posting insulting messages for them. Bored Panda has scoured the internet to find some of the worst notes companies and employers have published in their workplaces, so we’ve gathered the most shocking ones down below. Good luck scrolling through this list without becoming infuriated, and keep reading to find a conversation with anti-capitalism expert James Foster, who runs Metapolitic on Facebook and Instagram! “Late-stage capitalism has twisted the workplace into a soul-sucking grind. Hating your job, the Monday blues, the snooze button, and the morning coffee needed to function have become clichés in meme culture,” he shared. “Seemingly, no one likes to work anymore, and it’s not because they’re lazy; it’s because folks are disconnected from their work’s actual value and importance, as all the profit and benefits are being leached from them.” “The relentless drive for efficiency and cost-cutting has stripped away the dignity and meaning of work, leaving many feeling undervalued, uninspired, and exhausted,” he added. “It’s a system that feeds on the people who sustain it, creating a toxic relationship where burnout is the norm and genuine human connection is rare.” “Employers, caught in the relentless pursuit of productivity, often view their workers as mere automatons — robots programmed to carry out tasks — and respond with anger and disciplinary measures when they fail to meet expectations,” he explained. “When productivity and efficiency are prized above all else, it becomes easier for those in positions of power to see us as machines performing tasks rather than as human beings with our thoughts, feelings, and lives.” “They’re importing the ‘road rage’ mentality into the workplace. These signs aren’t just about asserting control; they reflect a fundamentally broken system where our dignity is routinely sacrificed on the altar of efficiency,” he explained. “It’s more crucial now than ever that we start to demand and revive the effort to be seen, heard, and treated as the human beings we are.” “Document the signs, gather support from your coworkers, and address the issue collectively — there’s strength in numbers. If you feel unsafe doing so directly, consider reporting these incidents to labor organizations and unions,” James continued. “Keep sharing them on social media to raise awareness. The more we expose these practices, the harder it becomes for employers to continue mistreating workers without facing consequences.” “By leveraging these tools, we can communicate, organize, and mobilize on a scale that was unimaginable just a few years ago. Social media allows us to expose injustices, share strategies, and rally support across communities, breaking down the barriers that once kept workers isolated and powerless,” James noted. “When we use these platforms to unite and coordinate our efforts, we can push back against exploitation and demand the changes we want to see in our workplaces and beyond.” “It’s about building a movement that goes beyond individual grievances, creating a collective force for real, lasting change,” he shared. “This isn’t just about a few signs in the workplace; it’s about a broader movement toward reclaiming our dignity, time, and humanity. Don’t be afraid to stand up and speak out—change starts with us and is long overdue.” Follow Bored Panda on Google News! Follow us on Flipboard.com/@boredpanda! Please use high-res photos without watermarks Ooops! Your image is too large, maximum file size is 8 MB.
