Viral Thread Shines Spotlight On ‘Normalized Work Scams’ In Everyday Jobs (30 Pics)

In a recent Reddit thread that’s quickly gaining traction, over 20 workers from different industries have come forward to shed light on the not-so-talked-about “normalized work scams” that many of us might unknowingly encounter in our daily professional lives.

These normalized work scams, often hiding in plain sight, range from the broader concept of “work itself” to more specific practices like unpaid internships. It’s fascinating and sometimes unsettling to realize how certain questionable workplace behaviors have become so deeply ingrained that many of us don’t even bat an eye.

If you’ve ever suspected something wasn’t quite right at your job but couldn’t put your finger on it, chances are you might find some answers in this eye-opening discussion. See for yourself below.


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Nate Armbruster

When he's not doomscrolling Twitter or writing for Pleated-Jeans, Nate Armbruster writes jokes—and then tells them on stage as a stand-up comedian, where he can watch audiences (hopefully) laugh in real-time.