Sometimes, a boss can be a real pain in the a**. But when is it okay to quit on the spot? One employee shares their story of a boss who was condescending and refused to accept their resignation. Despite being called an a**hole by former coworkers, the employee’s new boss says they deserved it. Find out if the employee is the a**hole in this gripping tale of workplace drama.
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Employee stands up to boss who tries to refuse resignation

Employee stands up to boss’s smug refusal of resignation

Bold move: Employee quits on the spot and shocks boss

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Boss gets what he deserves as employee walks out

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Is it wrong to ask if you’re the a**hole?

Employee quits toxic job after boss tries to refuse resignation
Have you ever had a boss who was a complete jerk? This Reddit user certainly did. Not only did their boss have a terrible attitude and pay low wages, but they also frequently addressed female employees using condescending and inappropriate language. After finding a better job, the employee submitted their two weeks’ notice, only to have their boss refuse to accept it and try to force them to stay. In response, the employee decided to quit on the spot and start their new job the next day. While some may view this as an a**hole move, others argue that it was necessary to protect themselves from potential retaliation. What do you think – was the employee in the wrong for quitting abruptly, or were they justified in leaving a toxic work environment? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
NTA. Quitting a job is your right, not a favor.
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NTA. Former boss’s condescension and harassment made my skin crawl.

Resignation refused? Not cool. But can’t stop you from leaving.

Standing up against harassment and creepy behavior at work

Resigning is not asking for permission. You have the right to leave.

Boss tries to deny resignation, calls names. Employee leaves.

Employee stands up for herself and gets new job.

Bosses who refuse to accept resignations are the worst

Employee stands up to boss, comment section makes jokes.

Standing up for yourself and quitting like a boss!

Standing up to sexism at work – a victory story
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Employee gives notice but boss tries to refuse resignation. NTA.

Boss’s unreasonable response leads to employee walking out ♂️

Resignation refused, employee walks out – NTA ♂️

Comment section agrees: YTA for posting this

Resignation refused? Not cool. Employee walks out – NTA

Boss tries to refuse resignation, calls employee names. NTA.
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Resigning employee takes a stand against disrespectful boss

Reddit agrees: YTA for refusing a hardworking woman’s resignation

Boss refuses resignation, coworker mad at him. NTA.

Sassy and sarcastic comment earns a YTA judgment

Standing up to a jerk boss like a boss!

Not the a**hole for standing up for your rights

You owe your company nothing but work

Commenting on sugar, but lost in translation.

Standing up to bad bosses
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Standing up for yourself and quitting a toxic workplace

Stand up for yourself You don’t deserve harassment at work.
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Redditor calls out OP for seeking validation on Reddit.
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Boss’s arrogance backfires as employee quits.

Boss tried to refuse resignation? NTA for leaving!

Commenter criticizes sympathy-seeking posts on subreddit.

Employee stands up for themselves against difficult boss.

Leaving without notice? It’s a privilege, not a requirement.
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Put yourself first . NTA for resigning

Declined notice, toxic boss, and coworker blame? NTA

Glad you left that horrible boss!

Calling out fake posts ♂️

Standing up to a sexist boss and refusing to be mistreated

Standing up for yourself pays off

Former coworker agrees and curses out boss. #NTA

Doubting the authenticity of the article

Sarcastic comment receives no applause from comment section

Respect should be a two-way street #NTA

Breaking up is hard to do but refusing a resignation is illegal.

Is it really fake? Let’s hear your thoughts!

Commenter complains about obvious NTA posts, not fun

Commenter calls boss a pig, resigning employee not at fault
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Standing up to a patronizing boss – NTA for leaving

Former coworker calls quitter an AH, commenters disagree

Calling out fake news with a stuttering comment.

Skeptical comment doubts authenticity of AITA story

Boss gets served – employee quits and stands up for rights
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Boss tries to refuse resignation, OP not the a-hole.

Commenter calls out illegal behavior, declares not the a**hole.

Satisfying revenge fantasies

Supportive comment and boyfriend’s insight on work situation.

Don’t let a dunce make you feel bad about quitting

Confused comment left hanging with no replies

Former employee receives support for quitting toxic workplace

Skeptical comment gets zero replies

Empowering response to a misogynistic boss with a clever comeback

Stand up for yourself and your rights at work! ✊

No a-hole here. Short and sweet.

Heartfelt admiration for a badass employee. ❤️
