Woman loses her third job after sharing work-related content online, sparking a debate on the consequences of personal internet activity in the workplace.
She Lost Her Job, Again
In a shocking turn of events, a woman named Diane Smith (@dianeesmith) has come forward to share that her TikTok account was ultimately responsible for her losing her third job.
This incident adds to a growing trend where people’s personal internet activity, particularly on social media platforms, is costing them their livelihoods.
The Video That Went Viral
Diane took to TikTok to share her unfortunate series of events in a trending video that quickly gained traction, amassing over 24,100 likes.
Many viewers expressed their surprise and disbelief, noting that they didn’t think she had done anything that would be considered a fireable offense.
‘I Got Fired Again’
Tearfully, Diane explained in the video, “I got fired again. So I had to pull myself together cuz this doesn’t deserve a cry.”
Her Predicament
Diane revealed that she worked as a recruiter and also handled social media marketing.
She recounted how she had been fired twice in one day back in January 2023, with the first job loss being due to company-wide layoffs and the second due to budget constraints on social media marketing.
Fired Twice in One Day
She expressed her bemusement at being fired twice in a single day, finding the situation somewhat comical. However, her misfortunes didn’t end there. After landing a new job, she was once again let go. The reason? Her TikTok account.
She Shares Work-Related Content
Diane used her platform to express herself and share various aspects of her life, including work-related content.
She vehemently emphasized that she never spoke ill of any company but rather used humor to shed light on different situations.
Her New Employer Had an Issue With It
Unfortunately, her new employer didn’t share the same sentiment. They took issue with her posts about work and informed her that her employment was being terminated due to her social media account.
She Says She Doesn’t Talk Bad About Work
Diane was bewildered by the decision, stating, “I would never talk bad about any situation or anything like that; I just make light of situations.”
The Company’s Response
The company’s management apparently deemed certain videos offensive. One in particular caused offense when she sarcastically mentioned learning a lot from training sessions, and another where she expressed doubts about her long-term job satisfaction.
She Says They Should Have Talked To Her
Diane expressed frustration that she wasn’t given a warning about her content potentially being a problem. She felt that the company should have addressed the issue instead of resorting to termination.
She Wasn’t Using Work Hours
Furthermore, she clarified that she recorded all her videos in the morning and had her account set to post at different intervals, so she wasn’t using work hours for creating content.
This Reminded Her of Being a Server
The situation left Diane feeling reminiscent of her days working in the restaurant industry, where she wasn’t allowed to deviate from her shift or even glance at her phone briefly.
She’s Just Expressing Her Thoughts
People flooded her video with messages of support, expressing disbelief that expressing personal thoughts and feelings online could lead to such severe consequences.
Some commenters found it strange that Diane’s employer seemed to “stalk” her page.
Were They Just Looking for a Reason?
In response, Diane suggested that the company may have been looking for a reason to let her go, seizing the opportunity presented by her social media presence.
The Consequences of Social Media at Work
The incident involving Diane Smith is a cautionary tale about the potential consequences of online self-expression, even when intentions are light-hearted and harmless.
It highlights the need for individuals to be mindful of their digital footprint and consider the potential impact on their professional lives.
Finding a Balance
As social media continues to play a prominent role in people’s lives, it’s becoming increasingly important to strike a balance between personal expression and maintaining a professional image.
The case of Diane Smith exemplifies the challenging dynamics between online activity and career prospects, raising questions about the boundaries of personal and professional lives in the digital age.
His Estranged Family Haven’t Been in Touch for 10 Years, But When They Heard About Grandpa’s Windfall They’ve Come Back Asking For Their Share!
A middle-aged man recently took to Reddit to ask for advice when his long-gone ex-wife came to him looking for money. The ironic part was how their lives had flip-flopped over the years. His Estranged Family Haven’t Been in Touch for 10 Years, But When They Heard About Grandpa’s Windfall They’ve Come Back Asking For Their Share!
Her Date Got up in the Middle of Dinner and Left for 20 Minutes, You’ll Never Guess What He Came Back With!
In a recent Country Mornings with Ayla Brown episode, Lori shared a weird experience that she encountered and asked listeners for thoughts. Here’s what happened. Her Date Got up in the Middle of Dinner and Left for 20 Minutes, You’ll Never Guess What He Came Back With!
This Entitled Woman Was Finally Busted for Her Freeloading Antics and Was the First Person to Be Blacklisted by the Resort!
A front desk worker took to Reddit recently to tell the story of the worst customer she’d ever encountered, and it blew up! Let’s take a look. This Entitled Woman Was Finally Busted for Her Freeloading Antics and Was the First Person to Be Blacklisted by the Resort!
Their Upstairs Neighbor Tormented Them for Months, so When They Moved Out They Decided to Get Some Revenge
Anna’s journey through her master’s degree took an unexpected turn a few years ago when she and her friend, both seeking respite from their exhaustive research, secured an apartment near a serene lake. Their Upstairs Neighbor Tormented Them for Months, so When They Moved Out They Decided to Get Some Revenge
She Lived With Her Brother and Provided Free Childcare for His 4 Kids, but When He Turned off the Heat It Was the Last Straw
A young woman recently took to Reddit to ask for opinions after she left her nieces and nephews without childcare because her brother wouldn’t heat the house. Here is her full story. She Lived With Her Brother and Provided Free Childcare for His 4 Kids, but When He Turned off the Heat It Was the Last Straw
The post She Was Fired Twice in One Day for Posting Work-Related Content Online, Prompting Discussions About Workplace Boundaries first appeared on Fistful of Dollars.
Featured Image Credit: Shutterstock / Krakenimages.com. The people shown in the images are for illustrative purposes only, not the actual people featured in the story.
Source: TikTok