At some point, everyone has dealt with that “one” coworker — not just the kind that heats fish in the breakroom microwave, but the type who makes your work life a living hell. And while you should generally try to be the bigger person in a confrontation, sometimes you just have to level the playing field…
So, thankfully, when TikTok user @lifeandworkbutbetter asked, “Give me your most unhinged way to deal with a coworker you couldn’t stand. I’m not talking about ‘be the bigger person.’ I mean the kind of thing that made them question their career.” People did not hold back from sharing the wildest ways they’ve dealt with infuriating coworkers. Without further ado, here are 15 of the most hilarious (and helpful) hacks that prove “petty” revenge is a dish best served cold:
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DJ Kamal Mustafa
I’m DJ Kamal Mustafa, the founder and Editor-in-Chief of EMEA Tribune, a digital news platform that focuses on critical stories from Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Pakistan. With a deep passion for investigative journalism, I’ve built a reputation for delivering exclusive, thought-provoking reports that highlight the region’s most pressing issues.
I’ve been a journalist for over 10 years, and I’m currently associated with EMEA Tribune, ARY News, Daily Times, Samaa TV, Minute Mirror, and many other media outlets. Throughout my career, I’ve remained committed to uncovering the truth and providing valuable insights that inform and engage the public.