The Great Office Heist: What Will You Take When You Quit?
Some people adore their jobs. Others? Well, they’re sitting at their desks today, dreaming about the moment they walk out the door… and wondering what they might take with them when they leave.
A woman recently went viral for revealing that when she finally left her toxic job, she decided to steal something big. Her prize? Her office chair. Yep, she wheeled it right out the door and stuffed it into her car, like a professional office bandit.
And the best part? No one said a word when she quit and ran off with the chair.
Her reasoning?
She had endured years of emotional and verbal abuse while sitting in that very chair, so in her mind, she earned it. “I figured after all that, I deserved to take the chair and leave,” she shared, with a bit of uncensored flair.
Unfortunately, her daring getaway was short-lived. A week later, she got a stern email demanding the return of the chair. She complied, but described the whole situation as “really embarrassing.”
After sharing her story, others chimed in with their own tales of office “souvenirs.” Here are some of the wildest:
- One person who worked for a kitchen company took not one, but two Japanese knives. Now that’s sharp thinking!
- Another suggested a slow approach: “The key is to take just a little… every week.” Clearly, this person is playing the long game.
- A former museum worker made themselves an annual pass with a sneaky expiration extension, scoring free entry and discounts at the gift shop. Museums are fun, but that’s dedication.
- One barista liberated the heavy metal chalkboard used for writing quotes at their coffee shop. Quirky and functional!
- And finally, someone claimed they stole the best thing of all—their self-esteem. Now that’s a win!
I think I took a few cab vouchers when I left one job. But I think it’s boss if you just leave with the clothes on your back and leave everything behind. Nothing says FU like not looking back.
But, if you do find yourself with a case of post-quitting sticky finers? Just be careful, or you might find yourself returning that office chair. And no one wants that kind of awkward walk of shame.
