I work for a small trucking company and recently we were informed that the old owner was retiring and he sold the company to a family who would take over on July 1st.
Come July 1st and the new family came in and called a meeting. Right away I felt uncomfortable, the were the kind of people who have these big beaming fake smiles and talk about teamwork, but I can smell a snake when I see one.
They made a bunch of new rule changes that align with their ultra Christian evangelical beliefs.
- Drug and Alcohol use off clock is strictly prohibited and when we come back from the weekend and holidays, we are subject to random drug and alcohol tests. If you are seen or found to be drinking or doing drugs during your off-hours you will be terminated.
2 A strict dress code that promotes modesty is now in place. No revealing or tight clothes are allowed and women must wear clothing that cover up any curves or features.
-
We are encourage to join their church and be active with our time and wallets. Church participation will be a factor in any future promotions or raises.
-
Attendance at the morning meeting and prayer will be mandatory.
-
Vacation and PTO will be unpaid starting at the beginning of the year.
It's the 6th and already 11 purple have either quit or put in their notice. So much so that they sent out an email saying that they will not be accepting any more resignations or the business will have to stop due to staff shortages.