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It’s lunchtime, and you’re out with your coworkers.
You’re telling them about the latest project your boss dumped on you, and how much you hate him/her for it. You think you’re venting, but are you, really?
When you badmouth your boss, you’re putting yourself in a dangerous position. You may think you’re just sharing, but the reality is that your colleagues may not see it that way. They may start to view you as a complainer, or someone who can’t be trusted. And if things go south at work, they may very well blame it on you.
So the next time you feel the urge to trash your boss during lunchtime, remember the consequences. It’s not worth it.
The news could get to your boss
Even if you think your conversation is private, it’s possible that someone could be spreading rumors or gossiping about you behind your back. And before you know it, the news could get back to your boss. If you’re constantly trashing your boss to your colleagues, people are going to start to see you as a negative person. And that’s not the image you want to portray at work.
It creates a bad work environment
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Trashing your boss creates a negative work environment. It sets the tone for the rest of the day, and it makes everyone feel uncomfortable. What’s more, it can damage your relationship with your boss.
If you’re constantly badmouthing them to your colleagues, they’re going to start distrusting you. And that’s not going to help you get ahead at work. So save your rant for outside of the office with a friend, and try to stay positive during lunch hour. It will make everyone’s day a lot better.
You never know who’s friends with whom
Let’s face it—we’ve all been there. You’re sitting in the pantry, chatting with your colleagues about your boss, and you just can’t help but rant. But what you may not realize is that you’re not just criticizing your boss—you’re sabotaging yourself.
Here’s why: when you badmouth your boss, you’re putting yourself in a bad light. You’re showing everyone that you don’t respect authority. And what’s more, you never know who’s friends with whom. So before you start complaining about your boss to anyone within earshot, stop and think about the consequences. You may not like your boss, but that doesn’t mean it’s okay to trash him to anyone who will listen.
When you badmouth your boss during lunch, you’re not only damaging your career but also your reputation among the people you’re talking to. Not to mention, it makes everyone involved look bitter and unprofessional. Think about it: if you’re having a bad day and need to vent, save it for a different audience. You will be less likely to say something you will regret, and your colleagues will appreciate you not narrating the same old story repeatedly from Monday to Friday.
