- Nigerian woman @deeglam_varieties was fired from her UK job for excessive apologizing.
- She spent her night shift in the office lounge to avoid falling asleep but was accused of sleeping on the job.
- Her repeated apologies were misinterpreted, leading to dismissal.
- The story sparked discussions on cultural differences in workplace communication.
- Over-apologizing abroad can be seen as admitting guilt rather than politeness.
A Nigerian woman, known online as @deeglam_varieties, recently shared a shocking experience about being dismissed from her UK job.
During her night shift, she stayed in the office lounge to avoid dozing off, but her boss accused her of sleeping on the job.
Despite repeatedly apologizing to clarify the situation, her efforts were misunderstood, ultimately leading to her termination.
Her story has ignited conversations about cultural differences in the workplace, especially regarding apologizing.
While in some cultures saying “sorry” is a sign of politeness, in others it can be interpreted as admitting fault. The incident serves as a cautionary tale for workers abroad to navigate workplace norms carefully and communicate clearly without over-apologizing.
