I once got written up for supposedly “not smiling enough” while working at a retail job. I was dealing with a particularly hectic day, and while I was focused on helping customers and keeping the store organized, a manager approached me and said that I needed to project a more positive attitude—specifically, by smiling more. It felt absurd since I was doing my best to stay on top of things, but my facial expression apparently didn’t match the vibe they wanted. It taught me that sometimes, appearances matter more than actual effort! What’s your story?
I once got written up for supposedly “not smiling enough” while working at a retail job. I was dealing with a particularly hectic day, and while I was focused on helping customers and keeping the store organized, a manager approached me and said that I needed to project a more positive attitude—specifically, by smiling more. It felt absurd since I was doing my best to stay on top of things, but my facial expression apparently didn’t match the vibe they wanted. It taught me that sometimes, appearances matter more than actual effort! What’s your story?