Buckle up, folks! 🚗💨 We've got a wild ride of a story here, featuring yours truly and my dear, chronically late friend. 🤪 You know the type - always running behind, but quick with the excuses and apologies. 😅 Well, this time, her tardiness nearly cost me a big project... and maybe even our friendship! 😱 But don't worry, I had a trick up my sleeve. 😏 Let's dive in and see if you think I handled this situation like a champ or if I was a total a-hole! 🤔
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🤝 A Friend in Need... of a Deadline! 😅
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4️⃣ Weeks In, No Mention of Work! 😬
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Her Response: "Relaaaaax! I Got It!" 😎
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⏰ Deadline Comes... and Goes! 😱
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🚨 No Calls, Texts, or Social Media! 🚨
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🙅♀️ I Had to Move On! 🙅♂️
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Plan B Was in Motion 4️⃣ Weeks In! 🏃♀️💨
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I Believe in Her, But... 🤷♀️
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Supporting Without Risking! 🙌
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🛫 The Airport Incident! ✈️
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☕ Sipping Latte at the Gate! 😌
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"I Don't Miss Flights!" ✈️😏
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🌱 Giving Opportunities to Grow! 🌿
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🤷♀️ Oh Well... AITA? 🤔
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😳 UPDATE: "I F*ed Up Big!" 😅
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🤪 Love This Crazy Woman, But... 🙅♀️
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Flaky Friend Fiasco: AITA for Having a Backup Plan?
A chronically late friend finally pushed a friend to their limit! After she dropped the ball on a big project and left them hanging, the protagonist had to take matters into their own hands. But apparently, having a contingency plan means they don't "trust" her. The internet had some thoughts on this one, and they didn't hold back! 😂 Some called the protagonist a boss for looking out for themself, while others thought they were being a bit harsh.
Setting boundaries is NTA, but stop expecting change from AH.
facinationstreet | facinationstreet
Stop testing your friend, she's unreliable. NTA but TAH risk.
MD7001 | MD7001
Having a backup is smart but don't test reliability like that 😕
CommieDearestJD | CommieDearestJD
Friend's lack of consideration for OP's business. NTA.
Few_Story3588 | Few_Story3588
Cut your losses and move on. NTA 👍
The__Riker__Maneuver | The__Riker__Maneuver
Strong friendship, wake-up call for friend's complacency, ignore negativity 👍
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Curious about friend's excuse for ghosting and missing deadline 🤔
StAlvis | StAlvis
Is it wrong to provide opportunities for friends? 🤔
Cats_and_Zombies | Cats_and_Zombies
Setting boundaries in business is important, even with friends. 💰
Mysterious_Task_5949 | Mysterious_Task_5949
Being a friend means being there for them. 🙌
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Supporting friends' businesses is important, but having a backup plan too. 👍
randomuserno824 | randomuserno824
ESH: Friend's blase attitude and OP's condescension caused issues.
BUTTeredWhiteBread | BUTTeredWhiteBread
Cutting toxic people out of your life is a favor 👍
HowardProject | HowardProject
Giving friends business can be tricky 🤔
AnonymousVex7676 | AnonymousVex7676
Having a backup plan is natural and logical 👍
cosmic_jenny | cosmic_jenny
A heartwarming comment about a rewarding friendship ❤
SlinkyMalinky20 | SlinkyMalinky20
Long-time friend disappoints with lack of personal growth 😔
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Contingency plans are key, NTA made the right call 👍
MiaW07 | MiaW07
Taking care of business 👍. Two strikes and they're out! 🏀
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Having a backup plan is key, even with friends 👍
xj2608 | xj2608
Offered support, not trust. Former given freely, latter earned. 🤝
redcore4 | redcore4
Being understanding and forgiving can go a long way 🙏
zaerine87 | zaerine87
Friend failed twice, got mad when confronted. NTA 😎
Nameless_Nomad | Nameless_Nomad
Giving second chances is tough, but communication is key. 🙌
davybobmacca | davybobmacca
Setting reasonable expectations and executing a contingency plan. NTA 👍
extraEGO | extraEGO
Be friends, but don't trust her again. NTA 😊
TerribleTwinTeddy | TerribleTwinTeddy
A commenter asks for clarification on the airport situation.
Saberise | Saberise
Cutting toxic friends out of your life 👍
alphawolf29 | alphawolf29
Friendship boundaries - NTA but don't be condescending 😊
Tancur | Tancur
Giving a friend a chance doesn't mean tolerating unprofessionalism 👍
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Always have a backup plan, and you'll never let down.
Marc21256 | Marc21256
When you're over the drama but can't look away 🤷♀️
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Friendship dynamic criticized for condescension and lack of communication 🤔
bizianka | bizianka
Having a plan is smart, NTA for using it 💪
pnutbuttercups56 | pnutbuttercups56
Reliability issues in friendship and business. NTA.
Randa08 | Randa08
Friend's mistake is a lesson for her business 👍
Resident_Calendar_54 | Resident_Calendar_54
Friendship tested twice, but OP is still understanding. 🙌
SnooGiraffes3591 | SnooGiraffes3591
Keeping business & personal separate after professional letdown. 🙅
Yserem | Yserem
Always have a backup plan! 👍
wildmonster91 | wildmonster91
Being a reliable professional is key to business success. 👍
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Trust but verify: why having a backup plan is crucial 🙌
LoopyMercutio | LoopyMercutio
Giving too many chances may hinder her personal growth. 😕
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Friendship and business don't always mix, NTA for moving on 👍
PolesRunningCoach | PolesRunningCoach
Why keep playing Charlie Brown and Lucy with this flaky friend? 🤔
Senator_Bink | Senator_Bink
NTA for having a backup plan, but you are TA for continuing to ask for help if she can't be trusted. 🤔
londontank | londontank
Friend is flakey, NTA for ending friendship. 😊
Netflxnschill | Netflxnschill
Friend always offers to help but overextends herself, NTA for declining.
cakeisreallygood | cakeisreallygood
Friend drops the ball twice, gets upset when given a backup. NTA 👏
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Complimenting someone's work ethic with nostalgia. 😍
Lord_Debuchan | Lord_Debuchan
Don't count on her again and avoid emojis 😌
Bi_Accident | Bi_Accident
It's tough when a friend lets you down, but you made the right call. 👍
NervousOperation318 | NervousOperation318
Planning for contingencies is a good trait. NTA.
Purplestarhemp | Purplestarhemp
Toxic friend turned out to be a sociopath. Cut ties.
petrolhead74 | petrolhead74
Being a supportive friend without risking your business 👍
burker123 | burker123
Being flakey is tough. But being a good friend matters 👍
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Emoji overuse rubs commenter the wrong way 😒 ESH.
ZacharyS94 | ZacharyS94
Good intentions, bad strategy. Friendships aren't parental relationships 🙄
MrTitius | MrTitius
Defending OP's decision to confront friend, criticizing Reddit's judgmental behavior 😒
Lazy-Child-013 | Lazy-Child-013
Hold friends to professional standards. Inform of contract cancellation professionally.
lonnielee3 | lonnielee3
Having contingency plans is normal, but friend let OP down.
Marukusius | Marukusius
Being patient and kind pays off. 🤗
canvasshoes2 | canvasshoes2
NTA. Friend messes up twice, gets offended when prevented. Untrustworthy friend.
Tough_Stretch | Tough_Stretch
When you meet someone who's just too good to be true 🤪
Fudgenuggle | Fudgenuggle
Friend's behavior seems like ADHD, women with ADHD often undiagnosed. 🤔
emmall11 | emmall11
Giving a friend a chance doesn't mean being let down twice 😞
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