Not Everyone is a Born Leader

u/MunkyChron: “Once, a ‘manager’ threatened to fire me for refusing to make system changes that would have left the company vulnerable to a cyber attack. I had recorded a conversation with him, explaining the risks and the need for senior approval. He swore at me, insisting I proceed.”

“During the HR meeting where my termination seemed imminent, I demanded representation – his boss, specifically. In the meeting, he accused me of insubordination. I sat quietly until they declared they were giving me formal notice. Then, I calmly asked, ‘Are you sure?’ When he confirmed, I played the recording. I was asked to leave the room but called back 15 minutes later. I received an apology, a pay raise, and learned the ‘manager’ would no longer work on our client sites.”