Employee returns from 10-day vacation, boss asks him to take an extra day off to settle in, internet reacts

A post on Reddit went viral after a manager advised an employee to extend his break for another day rather than immediately returning to work after a 10-day vacation. In the post shared by a user who had just returned from leave, there was a screenshot of the WhatsApp conversation he had with his boss.

Employee’s Return to Work Message

In the conversation, the employee informed his manager that he would resume work the next day after the holiday.

Supporting Response from Manager

The manager replied in a relaxed and thoughtful manner: “Sounds good, take the day off tomorrow and settle in. You can get things done from Wednesday.”

I went on vacation for 10 days, I was told I would be back tomorrow, the big boss told me to use another day to settle in
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Employee’s Reaction to the Gesture

The employee shared that this thoughtful response from a strict corporate environment made him “feel great and valued.”

Mixed Reactions on Reddit

While many users appreciated the move, one Reddit commenter expressed how rare this type of treatment is in many workplaces, writing:
“I have encountered so much poison that the message from your boss seems sarcastic to me.”Disclaimer: This article is based on a user-generated post on Reddit. ET.com has not independently verified the claims in the post and does not guarantee their accuracy. The views expressed are personal and may not reflect the views of individuals. ET.com. Reader discretion is advised.