Controversy over a female employee being criticized by her boss for sitting with her legs crossed during a company dinner

Recently, a story of a 25-year-old female employee was posted on the graduation board of Kyungpook National University’s Everytime, sparking controversy.

The employee, referred to as A, shared her uncomfortable experience during a company dinner that took place in her first week of work.

A explained, "I sat down in a position where I was on the floor and unknowingly crossed my legs like a 'dad leg' and was immediately pointed out by my team leader."

The team leader reportedly said, "Even if young people act comfortably these days, they must maintain basic manners," even going so far as to ask, "Are you the CEO?"

"Aren't you the CEO?"

A immediately knelt down to sit properly, but the team leader allegedly stated, "You can sit comfortably if I say you can," suggesting that she should have waited for permission.

A expressed her feelings, saying, "I feel like my team leader dislikes me. It seems she's not fond of me. She didn't even say I could sit comfortably until the end."

Additionally, she added, "For reference, my team leader is in her mid to late 30s and is a woman."

Reactions from Internet users and generational differences in workplace etiquette

In response to this story, most netizens criticized the team leader's words and actions.

They remarked, "I don't understand why she apologized," "Isn't she just a typical young authoritarian? It's shocking that she made someone kneel," and "I've never seen someone get criticized for sitting with their legs crossed at a company dinner."

Some netizens comforted A, saying, "It seems like she just wanted to find fault. I hope you don't get hurt since you didn't do anything wrong."

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