“‘I…start calling in absent “just in case”‘: Employee Turned 22 Seconds Into Years Of Daily “Sick Calls” In A Hilarious Act Of Malicious Compliance.

Ever been stuck at a train crossing, glancing nervously at the clock, knowing you’re on the brink of being late for work? Check out this wild tale shared by u/ChiefSteward on the r/MaliciousCompliance subreddit.

Imagine working in a place with a strict points-based attendance system, where the unpredictable timing of a train could cost you your job. One fateful night, this employee found himself racing against time and a faulty punch clock, only to be slapped with an attendance point for a mere 22-second delay.

Not one to be easily defeated, he found a genius (and hilariously petty) way to exploit a loophole, resulting in daily “sick” calls that drove management up the wall. Moral of the story? If you’re gonna play by the rules, make sure you know them inside and out. Dive in and get ready for a masterclass in sweet, prolonged, and meticulous revenge.


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Nate Armbruster

Nate Armbruster is a stand-up comedian and writer based in Chicago who is likely writing a joke as you read this. Find him online at natecomedy.com.