I was supposed to be fired for failing. Instead, I got a promotion, and my boss got his walking papers; this viral story exposed the ugly truth millions of American employees already knewA junior employee faced a difficult assignment from a toxic boss. He successfully completed the task, impressing executives. This led to hi...
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Harassed by loan recovery agents? Know your legal rights and 6 steps to fight backBorrowers struggling with debt often face harassment from recovery agents through abusive calls, threats, public shaming, and unauthorised ...
01 Jun, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Quote of the day by Bruce Lee: 'Art calls for complete mastery of techniques, developed by...' Life lessons on learning, success and human nature by American-born actor known for martial arts filmsQuote of the day by Bruce Lee highlights the importance of practice, reflection, learning, and inner growth. Bruce Lee’s words explain how ...
27 May, 2026, 01.49 AM IST
‘Those files should’ve been locked up’: Worker with just 6 months on the job caught rummaging through confidential files, but it’s the boss who could be in bigger trouble, internet warnsA workplace dispute escalated when an employee was allegedly caught accessing confidential employee files, raising concerns about privacy a...
22 May, 2026, 02.26 PM IST
Toxic leadership explained: Why bad behavior still gets rewarded at workToxic leaders often achieve short-term gains through aggressive tactics. Organizations frequently overlook these behaviors for immediate re...
15 May, 2026, 02.10 PM IST
Popular villain lost his wife to cancer, raised son alone. He worked with Sunny Deol, Mahesh Babu and Jr NTR. Actor Rahul Dev now makes a comebackActor Rahul Dev stepped away from films for over four years to raise his son after his wife's death from cancer. He recently opened up abou...
14 May, 2026, 10.24 AM IST
Coffee shop worker in Michigan says boss keeps credit card tips while staff go home with just $2A Michigan coffee shop employee alleged on Reddit that their employer is withholding credit card tips, claiming the business is using them ...
13 May, 2026, 02.29 PM IST
Boss takes full credit for employee’s 2-month project; coworkers whisper support but stay silentWorkplace conflict: An employee says his manager took full credit for a two-month project he created—a detailed department guide later roll...
27 Apr, 2026, 02.22 PM IST
US-Iran ceasefire: Why America’s amateur diplomats are set up to failUnited States diplomacy faces challenges due to inexperienced negotiators and unrealistic goals set by President Trump. Talks with Iran in ...
15 Apr, 2026, 05.56 PM IST
Intel to buy back Apollo stake in Ireland factory for $14.2 billionIntel is repurchasing a significant stake in its Ireland manufacturing plant. This move signifies improved finances and growing demand for ...
01 Apr, 2026, 06.51 PM IST
Boss steals techie's project idea but employee teaches him a lesson with strategic revenge. 'VP wasn’t thrilled'A tech employee’s story on Reddit has gone viral after he revealed how his boss stole his project presentation and passed it off as his own...
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5 ways to deal with a colleague who takes all the creditIt is frustrating to see your colleague walk away with all the credit for a project well done, when it was actually your hard work.
22 Jan, 2019, 10.56 AM IST
How to get your boss to give you credit for your workBe a proactive credit-giver. When you give credit generously where it is due, you increase the probability of people reciprocating.
09 Apr, 2018, 01.45 PM IST
Quiz: Answer these seven questions to appraise your bossAn online survey by ET Wealth shows that barely one out of five companies has a 360-degree appraisal where team members grade bosses.
26 Mar, 2018, 06.30 AM IST
The Young Leader Challenge: Dealing with an insecure bossThe workplace of today is not the easiest of places to settle into comfortably. With the daily pulls & pushes from clients & customers, dem...
16 Jan, 2013, 12.09 PM IST
- 15 tips for a successful career
ET gives you some tips on choosing a career, making a career change, and improving the satisfaction you get out of your job. Firing employe...
20 Mar, 2008, 06.00 PM IST
- How to deal with 'credit stealer' boss?
Is your boss a master at never giving credit to subordinates, passing off every good idea as his own?
27 Dec, 2006, 12.26 AM IST