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commentr/StutterJul 25, 2023
11 points

You will always encounter assholes and sometimes good people who don’t make it an issue and even people who may say or make strange faces only because they are uncomfortable. There’s still a lot of pr...

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commentr/StutterJul 25, 2023
1 points

People are fallible. If one makes a mistake, one should do one's best to rectify it and resolve any harm that might have been caused....

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commentr/StutterJul 25, 2023
2 points

If you have their email then I suggest confronting them over email. Obviously keep it professional and ideally documented. The union Im in encourages working out the problem with the other person befo...

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commentr/StutterJul 25, 2023
2 points

You should walk up on your boss and ask "my stutter is pretty funny huh"? And watch her face drop 😂 I learned to turn my stutter in a joke , it breaks the ice and people become more accepting of it....

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commentr/StutterJul 25, 2023
2 points

So many responses to choose from. 1) report it. Document it all. 2) talk to you boss. 3) be upfront about it and direct. Stand your ground. 4) don’t be like me in the 5th grade and conquer the...

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commentr/StutterJul 25, 2023
3 points

1. F her 2. Document it in an email 3. Let her know each time you speak is an example of flexing your CourageMuscle 💪...

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commentr/StutterJul 25, 2023
3 points

Given the details you provided I’d go to HR. She needs to learn a lesson. I assume you can get a job elsewhere if needed. If HR treats you badly see an employment lawyer because then they all need to ...

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commentr/StutterJul 25, 2023
2 points

Ask for a meeting with them and HR Abe confront them there. I can see a one on one conversation going no where and her continuing to mock you depending on their maturity level. If it truly bothers you...

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commentr/StutterJul 25, 2023
8 points

The thing is I'm 19 and this is a part time job as a cashier. It was a boss from another department who made the comment and I don't know if it's even worth the hassle, she is known for being like thi...

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commentr/StutterJul 25, 2023
3 points

The thing is I'm 19 and I'm a part time cashier. I just don't know if it is worth the hassle. This boss has always not liked me but mocking my stutter is a new low for her. Since I'm so young and this...

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commentr/StutterJul 25, 2023
3 points

If you like your boss, confront them. Maybe ask why an adult boss is gossiping about/mocking employees to other employees. That was a huge no-no at my last job. Make sure it’s recorded somewhere, like...

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commentr/StutterJul 25, 2023
12 points

Everyone is saying to go to HR about it, which I agree with. But also just try having a heart to heart with your boss if they’re a reasonable person. Something that always helped me when confronting...

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commentr/StutterJul 25, 2023
30 points

Do you like working there? Do you and your boss generally get along? Did you colleague elaborate? Did she mimick you / make fun of you in front of more than one person? Get your head right before ...

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commentr/StutterJul 25, 2023
4 points

At the very least, report it to HR. From a brief internetting, whether this incident constitutes (disability) harassment [will depend on several factors] (https://www.disabilitysecrets.com/resources...

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commentr/StutterJul 25, 2023
62 points

I would report to HR. Sounds like potential disability discrimination/harassment. Try to communicate in e-mail so there is a paper trail. Or depending on your jurisdiction, record any conversation,...

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commentr/StutterJul 21, 2023
2 points

My husband has told me that’s what he hates most about stuttering, that it makes people so uncomfortable. But I think that’s taking blame for other people’s issues. You’re just talking. If somebody el...

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commentr/StutterJul 20, 2023
8 points

These days, not sticking up or speaking up for myself when people are rude about my speech. I typically do, but I hate myself every time I don't....

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commentr/StutterJul 19, 2023
2 points

Just tell them from the start that you stutter and politely ask them to be patient. You got this!...

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commentr/StutterJul 17, 2023
3 points

Yes, it is absolutely possible to have confidence as someone who stutters. Stuttering does not define your worth or abilities as a person, and it should not hinder your confidence or ability to build ...

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commentr/StutterJul 16, 2023
2 points

Believe me, we all wish we could go back to those moments and put those people on their place but honestly… just him saying that knowing that someone has a problem with their speech, looks so bad on t...

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