Remember the pilot episode of The Office when Michael calls Pam into his office and pretends to fire her? That happened to me today.... BUT I GOT A RAISE AT THE END.

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That sounds like a power trip and someone that enjoys screwing with emotions. Not very professional

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Congrats on the raise! But WOW I would be pissed...

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Congratulations! For that prank I’d negotiate vacation days/hours 🤣 now who’s the winner. Go get yourself extra time off. We make up for hours anyway lol good luck!

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Hahahaha this would happen at my firm. 👏 👏 👏

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