My Boss Is Threatening Me If I Don't Stay!

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[@danielrn133]

He keeps blaming his family "drama". That has to stop or he will never move ahead. That is like an excuse to stay in the same spot.

[@Frost-tb9qs]

“Better than I deserve” Narrator: his life was not in fact better than he deserves

[@ljjuarez7522]

If this was Reddit, I’d give you a reward for that comment.

[@fanofbama14]

Literally dying laughing on the floor 😂😂😂

[@mutomboinprogress]

😂😂😂😂

[@bradleymaravalli2851]

Every day above ground is "better than I deserve".

[@michaelwoods4495]

I always thought that if Dave ever asks me, "How are you?" I'd like to say, "I'm also better than you deserve!"

[@AlyssaTaylor9]

What company brings in lawyers to scare a 21 year old kid to stay in his 38k/year job? That's utterly insane, and he needs to leave. You don't walk away from crazy kid, you RUN. Whatever's going on here, it's NOT your problem.

[@front331]

Dr. John: "what do you owe man?" Dave: "Here's the thing". 😁😬

[@nickbroadhurst5924]

Why does Dave have co-hosts if he constantly talks over them and interrupts? Very unprofessional. He does this on nearly every call, unless he gives them the green light to speak.

[@debbieanderson6740]

Poor guy feels threatened by the attorneys. Unless you signed a non compete claus, run fast. Take care of you. Don't let them bully you.

[@jordanmcmurray5785]

$37,500 a year is nowhere near a high enough salary to have this kind of nonsense. Like yeah if you’re a senior researcher at a drug development company making $375k you can bet that there’s gonna be some non competes in place. No competes on entry level jobs and most jobs for that mater are thrown out in the vast majority of states. What a joke of an employer, get them out of here!

[@jimroscovius]

I don't understand this guy's problem. Go somewhere else. Period. They don't have the power to do anything to you. Move on. That's what I've done. Go do it.

[@gigiwoodlawn2142]

He's a young "kid". This is probably his first job and they are trying to take advantage of his naivete.

[@rakeau]

This kid sounds like he really needs a mentor. He’s young and it sounds like everyone is wanting to assert their influence and power over him. An older man would have the skin thick enough and the wisdom to call people’s BS and be able to navigate it .. but here we’ve got someone who’s not quite experienced and weathered enough to be able to cope with an onslaught from multiple fronts (employers, family, life itself). There’s a tonne of fear and uncertainty in his voice. The answer given was a “what” to do when he really needed a “why” and a “how”.

[@YanilleCastillo]

That’s great advice for him . Agree

[@Jumperman12mac]

I was this person at one point.

[@Sizukun1]

What kind of insane company threatens a kid with legal actions over a $38k job? I have a feeling this kid either doesn't understand what is going on or the company he works for is actually insane.

[@theAppleWizz]

Yep

[@marcuslong9761]

Being taken advantage of bc hes 21, and inexperienced.

[@bieltann9058]

They don't care what they pay him, they care about what he brings in. If he makes that company $380k that's what does this. He's unaware of his worth.

[@marcuslong9761]

@@bieltann9058 If they're threatening to sue a guy making 38k, you would think someone would inform him that means hes incredibly valuable.

[@stephenskayla2079]

Exactly and seems like at 21 he's highly valuable. He should start his own company.

[@simplyabbey139]

It sounds like his life feels threatened

[@jesselerma9741]

I had this exact thing happen to me when I was 23. I was a solar salesman. Scared the crap out of me.

[@drewdelaney4166]

I love these long pauses of silence that these people experience when Dave hits them with his words of wisdom. This is a reflection that no one on gods green earth has ever spoken to them like this with so much reality and tough love

[@LyonsArcade]

It ain't tough love, it's just love!

[@semosancus5506]

I wish I were close to this guy and could help him. I'd tell the lawyers at his company to pound sand. Dave is totally right .. Just get another job.

[@franziskani]

Normally they would call him in and offer him a raise to keep him. Not threatening him with a lawyer. Which is a bluff anyway and he'll find out sooner or later.

[@Joseph565112]

Amazing ppl allow themselves to be pushed around like this. Scary stuff gonna happen if you do that to the wrong guy.

[@guitarface88]

Wow he’s afraid for that much money? LOL I would have laugh and ghosted everyone

[@JohnDoe-gc1kt]

Facts 🤣🤣🤣

[@marcuslong9761]

Same

[@JM.TheComposer]

Hey AJ, if you're in here, this comment is for you: You sound like a really nice well-meaning young man, with a good heart. You also need to start giving yourself more respect, and start putting yourself first. Your bosses put you in that situation because they knew you could be intimidated, and would not stand up for yourself. Stop being a nice guy!!

[@theydontknowmeson007]

If he reads this: get a job at target with plans to leave there in a month or two and jump to the company you wanted to go to.

[@jimroscovius]

This guy can leave and move on. We have rights, and one of them is going to another job when we feel like it.

[@Chele-nm4qx]

What a shady company- I would have been gone the day they made the threats!

[@radfoo72]

"I would be running out of there like my hair was on fire!" -The Bald Man

[@Nrustica]

I wish I learned these lessons in my early 20s, owning your decisions and not blaming the circumstances.

[@TheDjcarter1966]

He said $37K that's $18 an hour, why are you worried about a messily job like that?...in Dallas Tx you can probably find a job that will pay you that tomorrow. Step one go get another job, step two the day before you start the new job, walk in to the persons office who called you in to meet with their attorney and simply say I quit effective immediately I'll just swing by HR on my way out and make sure they know. Don't tell them anything at all about your new job if they ask, don't even tell them you aren't going to the other company just let them spin their wheels trying to figure all that stuff out on their own. These people don't run your life, you are 21 and thinking about getting married and trying to tackle some debt, as soon as you are settle in your new job go get some part time work stocking shelves at Walmart or something, now have you girlfriend hustle and do the same thing you can both work 60 hours a week, just let all your employers know you need a particular day off and you both sync up your work schedules so you have one day off together so you can have a set time together each week...with sooooo many jobs out there you should not feel trapped in anything....if you guys hustle for the next couple years you can set yourselves up for success you can make $50K easy if you really wanna hustle

[@ekelamcgee671]

Target starts at $19.

[@afhyoutube]

This boy needs to quit yesterday. That is trash money.

[@brett4932]

Nah dude - you can make WAYYY more money in the trash business 🤣

[@Nrustica]

Unpack "family drama" Having expectations heaved upon you that you choose and/or don't choose

[@youknowyoulikeit1000]

He can find another job just start looking.

[@bradpope7732]

If the young man actually likes where he’s working and the crazy management thinks he’s important enough to use lawyer intimidation….. ask for a ridiculous raise just for fun. You never know!!!!

[@Jim_Curtis]

What's dumb is that the guy he wanted to work for should have gotten established at the new place first, then have someone else there recruit the caller. Instead, the guy was dumb and tried to take him on the way out. Regardless, the caller should quit that place he's at because they have shown their true colors

[@gigiwoodlawn2142]

Find a new job and DO NOT give two weeks notice. Bye!!!

[@yamamancha]

He's flooded with both guilt and victim mentality. He needs therapy before he ruins his life. The first thing that will do is help him understand that he's worth more than $37k a year.

[@rockintherae]

Yup!

[@raallen1468]

This guy's problems are the fault of other people, not because of his bad decisions. 🙄🙄

[@merhawiyigzaw5869]

Couldn’t agree with this more. Things happen, up to you if they’re good or bad.

[@Lon1001]

@@privacyplease1556 He's rightfully blaming his current company (and their lawyers) for blocking his attempt to work for a different company, and in so doing they've constructed a major obstacle to a healthy working relationship with him. He should have every right to go work for whatever employer wants to hire him, and the other company should have every right to attempt to recruit anyone they choose. Unless there is a non-compete clause or some other contractual reason then indeed he has been harmed and in fact should probably initiate his own lawsuit against his current employer. Just because this young man sounds insecure and like a victim doesn't mean he actually isn't a victim. Deloney shouldn't have victim blamed here at all.

[@michele5695]

@@Lon1001 I agree. Sounds like he works for narcissistic people. They can spot easy prey. Maybe his parents are financially manipulative too. I hope he gains more confidence and tells all these toxic people where to go.

[@carolinagarcia9786]

What a weird call 😂 dude is scared shitless lol

[@FrankS111]

Many jobs require you to sign a “non compete clause” where you can’t go to a competitor within a year of leaving the company. I’m an engineer in my late 30s and I had to sign one on day one of my jobs. Since it sounds like he did not sign one, then he can go anywhere he pleases.

[@dagobert1234321]

Most non-compete are not enforceable. Especially if you not making high six-figure salaries

[@MrMlbfan6]

@@dagobert1234321 see I didn’t let me look more into that

[@maengh82]

@@dagobert1234321 So True ! In State of Colorado, noncompete is almost impossible to enforce, unless you make REALLY high six figure

[@AnOriginalYouTuber]

People should never sign non compete clauses.

[@dagobert1234321]

@@AnOriginalKZbinr if you get a contract in the millions, non-compete contracts become standard.. af that level is champagne problems

[@lvlndco]

AJ, let go of the past events that are done and over. Like Dave said, get out of this company right away. With a year of experience you can land with another company. Then stop being the victim and take control of your life!

[@mikedanaher3413]

And when you leave make sure you leave immediately. No two weeks notice. No finishing any projects. Give them nothing!!!!

[@gigiwoodlawn2142]

Agreed! Worse things i ever here when someone is leaving a job even on good terms is when they are worried about finishing projects or how the company will survive without you. They'll be fine. Get out today.

[@contactammy]

"it's not your family drama's fault, it's your fault" Dave is the reason I listened to this show.

[@montymython754]

“AJ, I’m going to speak into you for a moment- is that OK?” What if he just said no?

[@grantguy8933]

Ramsey hair on fire 🔥 is a lie.

[@LyonsArcade]

You were looking for a job when you found that one, man. Ain't nothin' new, go get you a better job. THIS IS THE BEST TIME IN HISTORY TO GET A JOB!

[@jeromehenry4484]

Just watched another YT video (Steve Van Meter), Wells Fargo and other lenders have started massive layoffs in departments dealing with mortgages & refinances. Caller might not have a job at current employer by end of this week. Problem solved.

[@AccidentalHiker1]

This exactly why workers are not taking jobs against their own best interests.

[@dirtyharry2534]

Almost sounds like a crank call.

[@JDAfrica]

This young guy keeps giving vibes of being a victim…. I can imagine that is the only reason his company knew they could try intimidate him. He needs to realize that he is the problem why he gets treated like this - you teach people how to treat you. His family took advantage, his work took advantage… I get that. But it’s 100% up to him to change that.

[@gjohnson6884]

They are just a bunch of bullies!

[@franziskani]

He makes 37,800 in the job that is threatening him over leaving and they got lawyers involved ??? Did he work the whole year for them. Because for a job that is so low pay - WHY would anybody try to recruit him away or why would the company bother to keep him ?

[@danieltzaj1437]

That’s tough

[@santino5873]

"Better than I deserve" Maury:" Like detector test determined..that was a lie!"

[@Biscuitchris7again]

Is the Lawyer named Vinny? Does he wear a pinky ring? Is your new Boss named Snakes? Is the door guy named Rocco? Like, what the HELL is this job?

[@PilouBen]

Amazing video, A friend of mine referred me to a financial adviser sometime ago and we got to talking about investment and money. I started investing with $150k and in the first 2 months, my portfolio was reading $274,800. Crazy right!, I decided to reinvest my profit and get more interesting. For over a year we have been working together making consistent profit just bought my second home 2 weeks ago and care for my family.

[@Lourd-Bab]

Hi. I’ve been forced to find additional sources of income as I got retrenched. I barely have time to continue trading and watch my investments since I had my second child. Do you think I should take a break for a while from the market and focus on other things or return whenever I have free time or is it a continuous process? Thanks

[@PilouBen]

@@Lourd-Bab However, if you do not have access to a professional like JUDITH ANN PEACE, quitting your job to focus on trading may not be the best approach. It is important to consider all options and seek guidance from reliable sources before making any major decisions. Consulting with an AI or using automated trading systems can also be helpful in managing investments while balancing other commitments

[@Lourd-Bab]

@@PilouBen Oh please I’d love that. Thanks!

[@PilouBen]

@@Lourd-Bab Judith Ann peace is her name

[@PilouBen]

Lookup with her name on the webpage.

[@JMM2479]

lol, ain't no one at a job that only pays me 38k gonna be telling me what I can and can't do

[@PreciseVids]

Dude making less than $20/hour, blaming others for his failures... Sad case. Dude is never gonna succeed until he completely changes himself and his mindset

[@singerjo5791]

Give him a break. He’s 21. We were all stupid at that age.

[@georgemendez6760]

Sue them!

[@keithrichardson9127]

Take this job and shelve it!!!!🎶🎵

[@richardgentry6996]

Get your roll on. Would have been gone. And don't let them Con you to stay.

[@rochelle-xz8gl]

is there something called at will employment

[@Will-wp2cp]

AJ - Call Pam at Integrity Mortgage there in Dallas and see if they're hiring a processor or something. Good company.

[@yarrdayarrdayarrda]

Maybe this ISN'T a talk show question.

[@bobbyb7672]

Why did you tell them where you going?

[@topsykretts2264]

Management who threaten people to get them to stay or work harder are just terrible. It may work in the short term but definitely not long term. It just makes people want to leave even faster

[@edithandlez]

I feel bad for him. Family drama especially coming from a hispanic household is actually legitimately debilitating. You won’t understand the way your own parents can put you in positions where you’re shorted. I don’t like how they told me to accept it was all his fault, im sure he really meant that family drama literally STOPPED something. it’s happened to me before. Stop looking at everyone with your own experiences.

[@rogermarr9067]

I used to be a semi tire man and that's all the local tire companies do was poach and poach and poach from each other all the time I probably knew every tire guy at the five biggest shops in my town because I worked with most of them at some point and people would just bump into each other and say hey this place is paying me this and shoot in your work truck you could stop at the competitors and walk in and they would almost hand you the job right then and there

[@russellpetrie119]

sounds like intimmidation

[@Thvyer]

One of the rare times where I think people calling prank Dave

[@summerdowlig]

What kind of real estate company has a non-compete? I bet they think he's young they can scare and manipulate him.

[@doublet8142]

Too young to be almost married .. work work work nothing else young man..😏

[@alinatamashevich3354]

Tell then to have their lawyers to call your lawyers. Their move!

[@perrymusclesmarinaraenunzi1949]

he makes 38k. I doubt he's paying lawyers to field calls.

[@dis.infectant]

Devil is in the details he refuses to disclose. Makes me wonder what "he deserves."

[@pattyajones]

He's very young and very scared.

[@mxerb5912]

McDonald’s pays more.

[@Mansini77]

AJ is Tony Soprano’s son. Time to get some muscle involved and straighten AJ’s boss right the ____ up

[@russellpetrie119]

does this work if your self employed

[@towel-ie7554]

Odds are whatever this company is threatening with, non-solicitation, non-disclosure, etc. are all unenforceable. Any contract requires consideration, and salary/benefits are not consideration. Those are tied to your work performed, for consideration to work here it needs a more substantial reward in exchange for limiting opportunity elsewhere.

[@M-zg2sg]

06:25 Dave's itchy trigger finger

[@PapaBearDuverge]

Apply for USPS bro!

[@bradleymaravalli2851]

Talk to the state attorney's office. This doesn't sound right.

[@Msteve-nt5bx]

This is pretty shady

[@dunkjohnson3133]

This kid gives me weird vibes

[@italoddd]

Who makes 30k year in dallas área? Any entry level job pays more than that...degree is not the problem

[@seugene7040]

I like in Downtown Dallas. On 30k a year, you will not get approved for a single apartment with a Dallas address, unless you have roommates. Even then, it would literally be half your check. Around 50k is basically Dallas minimum wage.

[@EdA-bz3bu]

he is always going to be the victim.

[@edwest8804]

Seems like they've never had anything that was difficult at a young age. Going thru things they you aren't taught to deal with at a young age isn't really your decision if you don't know better.

[@jfresh2054]

They did it because he's 21

[@ML-sg4zb]

The only thing bad about the situation is the job and he can get another one anywhere (temporary or permanent) rather quickly. If he's about to move then he should already have 1st months rent and security deposit paid, so another payment isnt due until next month. Student loans are still on deferment (i think). Fiancee should understand your situation or you need a new one. Listen to dave and BOOM, you're stress and drama free. The only way he doesnt do this is that he likes the "status" of his escro job over anything else he can get thats comparable or pays more. I bet he can get paid more if he gets out of his comfort zone, stop letting companies punk him and stop playing victim.

[@josephpatrow]

Or stay and tell them you want a $5k raise, ha ha!

[@xsgtxbigboy1655]

I thought he was making 100k a year and couldn’t find another job, you can start anywhere and make 40 a year

[@BenState]

37K pa. FML.

[@Dbeaves2493]

It's 38k a year, you can make that as a McDonald's shift lead. What's the issue?

[@HealthCoachHayley]

This sounds wack. I wish I could get an update. Super curious what happened

[@AeroHilJL]

It’s sad that I’ve experience people like the caller in my life a lot . Either let themselves believe they are the victim or make excuses. Take ownership of your life and make plans to move on to greener pastures.

[@franziskani]

He is twentyone comes from a culture where the young are expected to respect their elders (resp. to shut up). Likely he got the fear of being unemployed instilled into him (no matter what his employment chances are, and likely they are good). He works for a SHADY company that got lawyers involved. Over a 38k job. Even IF he had signed a non-compete clause, it would not hold up in court. He could of course get a lawyer involved and HE would have to pay for those services. I does not sound like he can ask his parents for advice or like he has an attorney in the family that could tell the company on his behalf that they can f**k themselves. I do not think he parades victimhood around - he is obviously taken advantage of. The worst offenders are of course his current employers. His family seems to be useless as backup. Then there is the collegue that should have planned better (she knew the company culture and SHE got herself a job and convinced him to leave with her. By the other company that could have told him the legal details (there are always ways to circumvent legal traps, they just could not be bothered to help him out NOW that there are unexpected problems - unexpected for him).

[@AlexB_yolo]

His Fiancée is called Amber Heard.

[@HeavyK.]

Get out. And breathe the fresh air.

[@su-mu]

8:07

[@joyaustin6581]

Slavery ended

[@LittleMopeHead]

This is the type of guy who points fingers because X and Y happens to him. Quit blaming on others and stop playing the victim card.

[@Lon1001]

stop blame shifting. His current company is causing him actual financial and personal harm right now.

[@machutson5493]

Grow a pair dude!

[@jimroscovius]

You can't be helped if you won't talk about it. And stop blaming others. Just do it.

[@MrBear2073]

Truth. It's not like anyone listening knows who he is.

[@jamescharlesl7662]

I think this pandemic has taught people the importance of multiple streams of income, unfortunately having a job doesn't mean security rather having different investments is the real deal.

[@roolyfe]

Shacking up! Why can’t his fiancé support him! Equally in America 🇺🇸

[@zachhenson7844]

Easy fix pew pews make bad people go away

[@Alrounderrrr]

Dave let other host speak, stop cutting him

[@ceciliapetrowsky2572]

This caller is holding something back and is not being entirely truthful. There’s something else going on here.

[@JustinCase780]

Yes, a lot. He wants a lawsuit against his current employer before he departs.

[@Lon1001]

he's reluctant to overshare because the sharks are circling and he's afraid they smell his blood. Reality is they are tiny sharks without big teeth at all.

[@brett4932]

Bro….dude makes less than $40k and they’re threatening him with legal action if he leaves?? I don’t buy it. Something’s fishy here. But even if it’s all above board, you can make $40k with part time work. Stop being a victim in your own story kid.