“I Don’t Work For You” —Boss Tries To Punish Independent Contractor For Not Attending Pointless Meetings, Gets Put In His Place

In professional independence, where the allure of flexibility intertwines with the reality of responsibility, many individuals choose the path of an independent contractor. Yet, behind the scenes of this seemingly liberating journey, a complex dynamic can unfold – one where the sense of autonomy clashes with the occasional imposition of authority.

Working under a boss who wields their power like a badge can transform the pursuit of personal freedom into a tightrope walk fraught with frustration.

Recently, one independent contractor shared an incident they had where their boss tried to punish them by making them attend pointless meetings, so they had to put them in their place. Read on for the details.

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Mike

Mike Primavera

Mike Primavera is a Chicago-based comedy writer even though he doesn't HAVE to work. He lives comfortably off of his family's pasta fortune. Follow him on all social media at @primawesome