T&C Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 I called out last Saturday and just used anytime hours. 20+ years there though. I applaud the OP... might have been the first time ever watching a Bills playoff win for him/her. Priorities seem to be in order imo. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 just start an onlyfans page. you'll be fine. 6 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adamb412 Posted January 13, 2021 Author Share Posted January 13, 2021 2 minutes ago, billsbackto81 said: No judgements, but I can only assume you're one or more of the following: Young Single No Children No obligations No liabilities No worries If you are, I'm actually kind of envious. Good luck with future employment. Go Bills! Young yes Single no I don't have kids I have obligations not many tho I don't own any property My only worry is the ravens 4 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Noggin Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 10 minutes ago, TBBills said: Someone that quits a new job should not be allowed unemployment. It's the type of gloating about it that gets those people in trouble hopefully also. Take it easy and have some empathy. The Bills matter. Crappy jobs that don't pay enough to keep employees loyal and motivated don't deserve devotion. 1 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auburnbillsbacker Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 8 minutes ago, TBBills said: Someone that quits a new job should not be allowed unemployment. It's the type of gloating about it that gets those people in trouble hopefully also. I was just curious. I have been fortunate enough to be employed for the last 25 years. When you fire an employee they are usually eligible to receive unemployment compensation. For this reason, many businesses try to force resignations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffalo03 Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 I haven't had a job that I have worked weekends in 10 years and even then when I did it was only some Saturdays here and there. I haven't had a job that I have worked a Sunday in 15 years primarily for football reasons. I refuse to work weekends. It hasn't been in my routine in so long and I have grown accustomed to weekends off and enjoy them. I'm glad I don't have to deal with having to put in for time off for anything football related and can just enjoy football days with some beers in front of the TV relaxing 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
section122 Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 3 minutes ago, auburnbillsbacker said: I was just curious. I have been fortunate enough to be employed for the last 25 years. When you fire an employee they are usually eligible to receive unemployment compensation. For this reason, many businesses try to force resignations. Resignation instead of termination is still eligible for Unemployment in some cases. The new employer will have an incredibly small liability for UI. Former employers may perhaps have some liability. In this instance the employee requested time off and it will rely on company policy regarding such requests whether or not they will be eligible. Seems like a short sighted decision on the employers behalf but we are lacking too many relevant details to make any sort of call. Source - am HR guy. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LABILLBACKER Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 22 minutes ago, DCbillsfan said: But did you watch the game? While the game was on he was busy on hold with the EDD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Figster Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 (edited) 9 minutes ago, auburnbillsbacker said: I was just curious. I have been fortunate enough to be employed for the last 25 years. When you fire an employee they are usually eligible to receive unemployment compensation. For this reason, many businesses try to force resignations. Unemployment benefits in many instances far exceed what people are making to begin with so why work If you could get fired this easily and collect unemployment. Bonus, stay at home coach potato watching the Bills in the playoffs. Gorging on Buffalo wings and pizza. Who woulda thunked it... Edited January 13, 2021 by Figster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solomon Grundy Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 32 minutes ago, MJS said: Makes sense. Not showing up for work can get you fired. Somebody explain ^^^ to Kyrie Irving😎 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Over 29 years of fanhood Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 35 minutes ago, Adamb412 said: I told my boss I needed Saturday night off, it's a fairly new job so it was whatever. He said he wasn't going to give me off so I told him I was going to not be in. He said ok then you're fired..... Go bills you’re not going to like it if they get throttled. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgewaycynic2013 Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 1 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TroutDog Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 This is not how you become GM and then take off for every Bills game. Just saying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solomon Grundy Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 34 minutes ago, Warcodered said: You know you can record things right? 34 minutes ago, Adamb412 said: What do you mean D-V-R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenosha2Buffalo Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 I was Lucky enough to explain to my manager what it meant to me and she gave me the playoffs off. Only been there 3 weeks lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoHuddleKelly12 Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 At least in GA, if let go "for cause," then normally no unemployment--the former employee normally needs to show they were let go due to no fault of their own. Of course, if the employer doesn't dispute the original filing for benefits, then by default the former employee will get benefits. GA is not known as an employee-friendly state however, FWIW. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgewaycynic2013 Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 Maybe the OP is Schtupp, and he couldn't handle the stress of postgame callers. 🤔 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solomon Grundy Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 Hey BillsMafia, instead of giving $ to haters how about giving it to lovers?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
costrovs Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 (edited) 3 minutes ago, Solomon Grundy said: D-V-R Not everyone has DVR. Plus it's not the same as watching it live. This isn't a made up TV series that's on every week. This is real life football. Edited January 13, 2021 by costrovs spelling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Figster Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 (edited) Depending on the job a good boss might be inclined to look the other way when passing a cubicle or desk with the laptop open to the Bills game. ( or work station ) I would... Edited January 13, 2021 by Figster 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Caveman Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 Hmm. My dad always said to never quit a job unless you've got another one lined up (and if I did I'd better not expect to come live with him.) I guess as long as you know where your groceries and rent are coming from. I always thought you can't get unemployment for quitting a job (which in essence is what happened since you told them you couldn't work your scheduled shift.) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solomon Grundy Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 1 minute ago, costrovs said: Not everyone has DVR. Plus it's not the same as watching in live. This isn't a made up TV series that's on every week. This is real life football. I was only giving an example of “record” Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Hammersticks Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 My daughter had ski team practice at noon which she could have skipped, but you know...life and responsibilities. I DVR’ed and started watching on delay while the game was just beginning the 3rd quarter in real time. No biggie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solomon Grundy Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 14 minutes ago, section122 said: Resignation instead of termination is still eligible for Unemployment in some cases. The new employer will have an incredibly small liability for UI. Former employers may perhaps have some liability. In this instance the employee requested time off and it will rely on company policy regarding such requests whether or not they will be eligible. Seems like a short sighted decision on the employers behalf but we are lacking too many relevant details to make any sort of call. Source - am HR guy. I’ll keep you on speed dial HR guy👍🏼 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Caveman Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 42 minutes ago, Warcodered said: You know you can record things right? 42 minutes ago, Adamb412 said: What do you mean This has a real Stripes vibe to it. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Epstein's Mother Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 25 minutes ago, jeremy2020 said: This is 100% made up and 100% stupid. Unfortunately, this is 100% real and 100% stupid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KollegeStudnet Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 I got fired for calling in sick the night before the Bills at Titans game. It was right after the forward lateral, I got the phone call that went to the answering machine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarleyNY Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 36 minutes ago, Richard Noggin said: Calling in "sick" isn't really an option for a lot of workers. I know that when restaurants are actually open, I can't get a Saturday off without some serious advance planning. And even then, sometimes not at all. A while back I got married on a Saturday. Not a single one of my fellow Tempo servers (there were three with whom I was VERY tight) could get off work even with AMPLE notice. I finally got to Tempo just as the pandemic hit. I enjoyed it. Very good food, more than ample portions and options for drinkable but inexpensive wine. Wait staff was good. Excellent value overall. I was looking forward to going again and hope I still can at some point. Congrats on the wedding. Sorry your Tempo friends couldn’t be there. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solomon Grundy Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 34 minutes ago, HOUSE said: This is why I never owned a house or car or private airplane. But...your screen name🤔 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nedboy7 Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 This is just all so interesting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qwksilver Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 (edited) Is your former boss a Pats* fan? If so you might be better off, just saying. Edited January 13, 2021 by qwksilver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nextmanup Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 49 minutes ago, Adamb412 said: I told my boss I needed Saturday night off, it's a fairly new job so it was whatever. He said he wasn't going to give me off so I told him I was going to not be in. He said ok then you're fired..... Go bills In order to fully evaluate the impact of this, we need to know your age, the nature of the job, and the salary involved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Einstein's Dog Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 I have no problems with the way the OP handled this. A POS job with a douche as a boss is not worth investing your time. But let this be a cautionary tale for the newbies/youngsters out there to consult the board prior to these decisions. Back in the day the Monday after Superbowls were extremely tough. Luckily this year you can easily pull the cough/covid card and sleep it off. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Noggin Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 1 minute ago, BarleyNY said: I finally got to Tempo just as the pandemic hit. I enjoyed it. Very good food, more than ample portions and options for drinkable but inexpensive wine. Wait staff was good. Excellent value overall. I was looking forward to going again and hope I still can at some point. Congrats on the wedding. Sorry your Tempo friends couldn’t be there. Thanks and eff Tempo lol Worked there for 8 years until the pandemic hit. Best damned 2nd job in the world, if you don't like sleep or free time. Got to know a number of Bills and Sabres folks over the years. Lots of stories. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFanForever19 Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 (edited) This post is just weird. I don't think anyone's going to condemn your boss or give you a high five for getting fired for the game. Nor do I think anyone's going to read about it and think you're any bigger of a fan for it. Thanks for sharing, I guess? Edited January 13, 2021 by BillsFanForever19 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Noggin Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 1 minute ago, Nextmanup said: In order to fully evaluate the impact of this, we need to know your age, the nature of the job, and the salary involved. lol you said salary 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Call_Of_Ktulu Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 51 minutes ago, Adamb412 said: I told my boss I needed Saturday night off, it's a fairly new job so it was whatever. He said he wasn't going to give me off so I told him I was going to not be in. He said ok then you're fired..... Go bills I’ve done that before, when you are a skilled pipe fitter work comes to u 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharky7337 Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 (edited) Rookie mistakes!!!! When I was a bartender for 15 years I had to always find a way to get out of some shifts cause the dang place never closed! So I have made a lot of epic call offs, but my favorite was for ST. Patrick's one year: Have friend call into your job looking for you to let you know that your family is looking for you and your <insert x family member of importance> just had a <heart attack, stroke, fell, etc> Show up to work unknowingly and have your boss tell you and then allow you to walk out scott free from sympathy to be with family without even having to call in sick. Its all about preparation and team work. Edited January 13, 2021 by Sharky7337 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jauronimo Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 55 minutes ago, Adamb412 said: I told my boss I needed Saturday night off, it's a fairly new job so it was whatever. He said he wasn't going to give me off so I told him I was going to not be in. He said ok then you're fired..... Go bills What was the job? Do you need references? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freddie's Dead Posted January 13, 2021 Share Posted January 13, 2021 Surprised this LAMP has gone 4 pages, so you're entitled to a Major Award: 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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