Worker in Teesside Describes His Workplace as a ‘Cult’ After Revealing Ridiculous Office Rules That Demand Overtime and Family-Like Loyalty

Worker in Teesside Describes His Workplace as a ‘Cult’ After Revealing Ridiculous Office Rules That Demand Overtime and Family-Like Loyalty

A Reddit post from a disgruntled office worker has gone viral after they shared a list of workplace rules that many are calling “cult-like.”

The worker, based in Teesside, posted a photo of a laminated notice that was pinned up in the office tea room, revealing a set of bizarre guidelines that seemed to come straight from a management playbook.

The ‘Vocation’ Rules

The notice starts with a statement that immediately sets the tone: “This is not a job, this is a vocation.”

From there, the list dives into what management deems essential qualities for being part of this “great team.”

The first rule claims, “There are certain attributes which make us a great team,” followed by the expectation that employees should “happily do a lot of extra work in our own time.”

The list doesn’t stop there.

It also emphasizes that staff should always be ready to volunteer for events, help colleagues without being asked, and “go the extra mile” because “we do it for the love, not the money.”

In addition, employees are required to look forward to coming to work every day, even when unwell, and should always be open and honest about their health and well-being.

Employee Shares 'Cult-Like' Workplace Rules in Teesside Office That Spark Outrage on Reddit Over Unreasonable Expectations
Employee Shares ‘Cult-Like’ Workplace Rules in Teesside Office That Spark Outrage on Reddit Over Unreasonable Expectations

The ‘Family’ Expectations

Another set of rules reinforces the idea that the company operates like a family, not just a workplace.

“We class ourselves as a family – not just colleagues,” one rule states, while others demand that staff never sit down and continuously be on the go all day.

Employees are also expected not to complain about their aches and pains, as “that’s life.”

One final rule that stuck out was the idea that employees should always be willing to contribute positively to the business “in their own way.”

Reddit Reacts: Shock and Disbelief

The response to the post has been overwhelming, with thousands of Reddit users chiming in to express their shock.

Many Redditors have urged the employee to consider joining a union, with some even suggesting they “run” from this toxic environment.

One commenter wrote, “Most toxic list ever,” while another said, “I’m actually low-level fuming, having read that.”

Many others were quick to point out that the rules seemed more fitting for a cult than a regular workplace, with one person humorously suggesting, “Hello Santander. Can I pay my mortgage with love, not money this month?”

The reaction has sparked a larger conversation about unspoken office rules, with many users sharing their own experiences of toxic workplace cultures.

What Comes Next?

The post continues to gain traction as users joke about the rules and offer advice.

One person even quipped about how the rules could be altered with a little Tippex to make them sound a bit less extreme.

Whether or not the employee will stay in this environment remains to be seen, but the online conversation has raised awareness about the importance of healthy work culture and the dangers of overly demanding workplace expectations.

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