This archive report was first published on 16 May 2020.
On May 16, 2020, a worker's unusual behavior during a video meeting left them mortified and their colleagues in stitches.
The worker, who wished to remain anonymous, revealed that they have an 'odd quirk' of talking to their food when eating alone.
During a recent video meeting, the worker thought their microphone was muted, but their colleagues could hear every word as they chatted with their sandwich.
The worker's comments, which included saying things like 'Mmmmm, there's hummus among us!' and 'Welcome to my mouth, Mr. Pita!', were met with laughter and ridicule from their colleagues.
The manager demanded that the worker mute their microphone and apologized in embarrassment, but the damage was done.
Colleagues have been making fun of the worker on the work instant messaging service, and the worker is now considering quitting their job due to the potential negative impact on their career.
However, others on Reddit were quick to reassure the worker, advising them to 'get in on the jokes and take it on the chin' and that 'we all have our little quirks that we hide away'.
