A woman has taken to social media to share her disbelief after receiving a baked potato as a Christmas bonus from her employer.
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Amanda, an employee at a hospital, revealed that the potato came with an unexpected twist – she would have to pay for it. As reported by The Indian Express, the incident has garnered attention online, with many expressing their astonishment and offering support to Amanda in her unusual situation. Amanda wrote on the social media platform X, previously known as Twitter, “My work is doing a potato bar as our Christmas bonus. I’m literally getting a hospital potato as a bonus. They also said it has a $15 value so it will be taxed on our next check. Does anyone need an assistant so I can just quit right now?”
She also wrote that the potato was a step up from the WebEx leadership webinar she received last year: “This is an improvement from the 30 minute Wexbex with leadership as our gift last year. It was a Webex because the year before they had to be in the same room with us and they’re too good and not doing that again.
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Although the post went viral, other users offered their advice and even suggested she should find a new employer that appreciated their employees. However, Amanda clarified that despite the unconventional bonus, she needed the job and would not jeopardize her employment. The incident has sparked discussions about the value of employee recognition and the importance of meaningful bonuses during the holiday season. Another user said, “Boo. I say leave it where the bossman will unfortunately find it. Like on his chair or under his desk…. use your well-deserved creativity here. And no, NOT worth $15 -even in this economy.”
“If they think this is a $15/£12 potato, it’s no wonder they can’t afford to pay bonuses. I bet they’re getting ripped off in everything they buy.”
While the incident may have been unexpected and unconventional, it has sparked discussions about employee recognition and the importance of meaningful gestures during the holiday season. As the story continues to circulate online, it serves as a reminder for employers to consider the impact of their actions and strive to create a positive and rewarding work environment for their employees.
