A US-based CEO has sparked outrage online after firing 99 employees for missing a morning meeting, leaving only 11 employees in the company.
The incident occurred at a marketplace for musical instruments and has drawn widespread criticism.
It has reignited debates about toxic workplace leadership and accountability.
Incident and Immediate Reactions
Controversy began when a Reddit user, claiming to be a recently hired intern, shared a screenshot of the Slack message.
The CEO, identified as Baldvin, posted a scathing message in the company’s Slack channel.
In the message, he accused the absent employees of breaching their contractual obligations.
“Out of 110 people, only 11 were present this morning. Those 11 get to stay.
“The rest of you are terminated,” he wrote. Concluding with a harsh directive, the CEO wrote: “Get the f*** out of my business right now.”
The leaked screenshot quickly went viral on social media, drawing a mix of shock and skepticism.
Some Reddit users speculated that the CEO may have failed to communicate the meeting’s schedule, leading to the widespread absence.
Others suggested financial struggles might be at the root of the mass firing.
The incident has sparked a heated debate online, with many criticizing the CEO’s leadership style and the harshness of his response.
“I cannot believe that 99 people would skip a meeting if they were properly notified,” one commenter wrote.
“What kind of meeting was this that most employees missed anyway?” another user questioned.
Critics argue that the CEO’s decision to fire 99 employees in a single sweep is indicative of toxic workplace culture and a lack of empathy.
“I once had the CEO of my company message me via Teams on a Friday at 7 pm (my shift ends at 5 pm),” one commenter shared.
“When I came in on Monday, I had five messages stretched across the weekend about how I’m not a team player.”
Defense from CEO and Company’s Response
In response to the backlash, the CEO defended his decision, stating that the employees failed to honor their commitments and take their jobs seriously.
“I gave you an opportunity to make your life better, to work hard, and to grow. Yet, you have shown me that you don’t take this seriously,” he wrote in the Slack message.
The company has not issued an official statement regarding the incident.
However, the CEO’s actions have raised questions about the evolving nature of workplace culture.
It also highlights the need for a delicate balance between authority and empathy.
The mass firing has reignited debates about toxic leadership and workplace culture, with many calling for greater accountability in how companies treat their employees.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of clear communication, empathy, and respect in the workplace.
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