The 12 Worst Things Managers Say, From Women Whove Heard Them

The 12 Worst Things Managers Say, From Women Whove Heard Them Toxic bosses arent always explicitly demeaning, but the discomfort they spread in the office is palpable nonetheless. This is especially true when theyre verbally abusive or inappropriate.There are things we all agree are inappropriate for a boss to say to an employee, from gossip to insults yet, I feel that people in positions of power in the workplace make these statements all the time, FGBer JasmineShirey asks the community board.Recently, for example, her partners HR manager told them personal information (including financial information) about coworkers.What is the worst thing a boss or superior has said to you? she asks.Heres how the community is responding.1. bedrngnis ready for a promotion (for no good reason)2. Just a mom3. Lying about appointments4. Too many personal problems5. Not a good fit based on gender6. No experience7. Not smart enough8. Need to focus on the people9. Too old to compete with the hot, young things10. Too much anxiety11. Not cut out for the job12. Bad sense of humor--AnnaMarie Houlis is a feminist, a freelance journalist and an adventure aficionado with an affinity for impulsive solo travel. She spends her days writing about womens empowerment from around the world. You can follow her work on her blog, HerReport.org, and follow her journeys on Instagram her_report,Twitterherreport and Facebook.