When an employee is asked to work weekends and assume extra responsibilities, it can often feel like they are being taken advantage of. This employee has been asked to do just that, all because her manager’s boss recently had a baby. She’s not interested in doing work without proper compensation, but is that the right attitude to have? Read on to find out if she’s the a**hole or not.
Underpaid star performer speaks out about unfair treatment

Manager’s promotion linked to boss’s newborn, overworked and underpaid?

Weekend work rejected by new hire with higher title

Not a babysitter! Employee refuses to work weekends for boss

Employee devalues own work experience in refusal to work weekends

Employee refuses to work weekends for boss who had a baby
An employee was asked to work weekends to cover for their boss who had a baby. The employee was not happy about it and refused to do so, citing that they are not interested in doing their boss’s work without compensation. The employee received a small salary increase despite being labeled a star performer, and their manager has hired a new guy with a higher title who works a strict 9-5. The employee is wondering why the new guy wasn’t asked to work weekends instead. Do you think the employee is being unreasonable for not wanting to work weekends? Share your thoughts and comments below.
NTA for wanting compensation for increased work responsibilities.

Employee refuses to work weekends for unappreciative boss

NTA for not being a team player and standing up for yourself

Standing up for oneself, NTA reminds of company’s double standards.

Stick to your contracted hours and demand fair compensation

Don’t let your boss take advantage of you

Employee expected to work weekends while boss works 7 days/week

Don’t let a boss’s baby lead to a pay cut

Setting boundaries at work is essential. Your manager’s behavior sucks

Stand up for your time off rights , document unreasonable demands

Respectful employee sets clear boundaries with new parent boss
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Respect your time and work. Find a better gig

Encouraging response to employee’s work-life balance boundaries

Stand your ground and don’t let your boss take advantage!

Is working weekends expected in your industry? Commenters weigh in

Employee shares valuable lesson about not trusting management’s promises.

Low pay in DC? Explore government jobs for upward trajectory.
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1.5% pay-rise isn’t enough, but NTA for not working weekends ♂️

Employee sets boundaries with boss after baby’s arrival

Employee calls out boss for using ‘family’ as leverage.

New guy with higher title saves the day! ♂️

Career advice for an employee refusing to work weekends. NTA.

Balance is key Taking a break on weekdays sounds fair.

Empathy or expectation? Discussing work-life balance with a new parent

Low salary and lack of loyalty justify employee’s actions

Standing up to a boss with a new baby

Supportive comment advising OP to document everything and look for new jobs

Respect your worth. NTA for leaving toxic work environment

Salaried jobs & corporate loyalty: NTA’s perspective

Negotiate for a better title to boost your career opportunities

Stand up for your worth! Don’t be taken for granted.

Fight for fair compensation and job duties, not family status.

Choosing to have kids shouldn’t affect your work schedule.

Navigating labor laws and expressing concerns about weekend work.

New employee refuses to work weekends, causing tension at work

Don’t forget, they are just an employer and you an employee

Setting boundaries at work for a better work-life balance

Don’t sacrifice your mental health for a company that won’t appreciate it
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Set your boundaries, prioritize your own life

Employee feels undervalued and pressured to work weekends for boss’s promotion.

Set boundaries and don’t let others pawn off their work.

Don’t let them guilt trip you, you’re NTA

Employee refuses to work weekends for boss who had a baby – NTA, with poor management and training.

Know your rights! Check if your state protects you

Employee demands work-life balance amidst unfair treatment and no bonuses.

Don’t let your workplace take advantage of you.

Demand fair compensation for contract modification, question sexist request

NTA, but watch out for job security ⚠️

Employee stands up against unreasonable employer expectations.

Boss hired a guy with higher title but wants you to work weekends? NTA, keep job but don’t go above and beyond

Don’t let your job control your life. NTA

Respectful work-life balance should be a priority for all bosses!

Don’t let your boss take advantage of you Find a better job
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Fair pay for overtime should be the norm, NTA

Temp agencies could save the day!

Don’t buy into the promotion lie, prioritize happiness #NTA

Boss hypocritically talks about teamwork, but has no intention of promotion
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Negotiate for a higher raise or stick to your guns?

Setting boundaries at work, NTA
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Set boundaries and prioritize self-care. NTA for refusing weekends.

Prioritizing mental health over toxic work culture ♀️

Don’t fall for vague promises of promotion. Get it in writing! ✍️

Stand up for yourself and refuse to be exploited

Employee stands their ground and questions company’s promotion criteria

Standing up for fair work-life balance

Setting healthy boundaries at work is important. ✊

Employee refuses to work weekends for boss, gets support. ✊

Encouragement for prioritizing work-life balance

Standing up for your rights at work
