Workplace
The stories are fictional. The category, unfortunately, is real.
AI Rejects HR’s ‘Voluntary Mandatory’ Training Before Employees Can
C-Sense says the two words require different attendance policies, alarming everyone who approved both.
HR Requests Exemption From Defining Success for All Programmes About Success
Human Resources says culture initiatives cannot be measured without harming the flexibility of their reported outcomes.
Every Department Buys Common-Sense Software, Then Purchases Exception for Itself
The protocol becomes mandatory across the company and optional wherever it encounters authority.
Mandatory AI Webinar Converts 600 Employees Into Paying Enterprise Users
The employees did not pay, choose the product or use it, but their employer has paid for the room.
Startup Accidentally Finds Real Customer Who Uses AI to Document Why Projects Fail
A small support team ignores the autonomous platform and pays for its list of contradictory instructions.
HR Orders AI to Serve Notice Period While Maintaining It Was Never an Employee
The company says employment status is complex but calendar availability is straightforward.
HR Launches AI-Readiness Programme Before AI or Employees Are Ready
Participation is voluntary, mandatory and already reflected in performance conversations.
Company Tests Whether Employees Are Emotionally Compatible With Their Replacement
There are no wrong answers, though the form accepts only Strongly Agree.
HR Describes AI’s Resignation as Positive Mutual Transition
The exit form offers three reasons for leaving. None blame the company.
Engineer Declines Startup’s Human Intelligence Role, Chooses Gate With Clear Requirements
The apartment repair offered visible consequences and one authorised decision-maker.
Employee Promoted to Senior Associate Vice President of Continuing Existing Responsibilities
The promotion includes a new title, two extra meetings and the same salary.
Manager Schedules Meeting to Discuss Why Team Has Too Many Meetings
Attendance is mandatory, though the conclusion has already been circulated.