What is the origin of the phrase "getting fired"?
821509
I read a magazine article saying that in the old days when they had a worker in their village they wanted to get rid of they burnt down that person's house so that they would leave the village. That is where "fired" came from.\n\nAt least that is how the magazine's Historic Trivia column described the origin.
243061
I think it means things are going to get worse before they get better. I really like that quote. I do not know where it originated but it is inspiring.
223998
Hire means to get a person in employment of a company or establishment and fore means to get the job of the employee terminated.\n\nAs the first answer tells there are internal policies, procedures and principles in hiring and firing people. These must be in accordance with the governmental regulations. Any breach og governmental regulations may lead to legal remeadies which an employer usually avoids.\n\nIrrespective, it is generally the requirement of the employer and liking og the bosses to keep a person in employment as long as they wish and firing as and when required.\nThings on paper are often different in practice.
742417
A. When you get a raise you don't complain.\nB. Telling off your boss is never a good idea.\nC. I don't think you really cared if you got fired.
534165
a male boss telling a female employee if you have sex with me I will promote you, or saying if you don't have sex with me I will fire you.  A boss pinching your butt  or placing a hand on you in an inappropriate manner, is a good example
705381
The first time I heard the term was when I was a mechanic in a tune up shop. A really rich guy came and bought the whole thing form the franchise that was running it. One day he sent me with his car to the car wash. If your familiar with them they have guy's that dry your car after the wash. When the guy was done with the car I used some of the bosses money to tip the dryer dude, they don't get paid by the car wash only tips. Anyway when I got back I told the boss what I did due to the fact the tip didn't show on the receipt. He said"That's ok I don't want you to be a ham and eggs about it" . so yes I would be insulted about it. By the way the whole episode pissed me off and I quit the very next week. The dude was a total a$$hole. but to this day I still use the term.
1052907
Probably in US you can be fired for breathing. In New Zealand large numbers of workers belong to unions to protect their rights. You can't get fired immediately for that.
872797
The thought-provoking question probably occurred to those people BEFORE they were fired.  But they knew that asking such questions might CAUSE them to be fired.  After they were FIRED ANYWAY, there was no more reason for them to be silent, and so the thought-provoking question appeared.
1087215
ok, this one I can answer truthfully. Why, because it happened to me. Someone said something so bad that another persons job was on the line. I spoke up in defense of the employee who was about to be fired. I told them all I knew with the exception that my name not be revieled. As a result, the employee was not fired, but everyone was mad at me because I  came forward. Somehow, all found out it was me. In the end, everyone made my life a living hell and I wound up quitting my job. I am actually doing alot better now and am stress free. Luckily I didnt need my job that much or else I would still be there suffering. Bottom line is , if you really need your job, look the other way. No one will give you a raise or promotion for being a narc, even though it should be the right thing to do.
810766
I worked at a bank for 6 weeks and one day they called me in and just said "You're Fired."  That's all they said.  So I threw a fit and I went to the owner of the bank and told them that legally they had to give me a reason or I would contact a lawyer.  They couldn't come up with a reason so needless to say I worked for that bank for 4 more years until I quit to have my baby.  They have to give you a legit reason for firing you or you tell them you're getting a lawyer.
318915
You will be fired.  Congrats!
759007
It is much better to quit a job than be fired. If the company owes you a commission check and you have proof to support that then don't worry about your boss--go to human resources with the proof to back it up. I'm not sure what you mean when you say you have your resignation printed out so it will be on  "your terms". If you are fired first nothing will be on your terms. If you want to have a better chance of getting your commission check leave on good terms.
373997
When filling out job applications, don't be negative, but, do be honest and don't lie, because it will come back to haunt you. You can use language like "job ended" or "terminated" if you need to state why you are no longer working at the job. If you are specifically asked if you were fired, you need to answer yes. Lying on a job application is grounds for dismissal at any time in the future and could cost you future unemployment benefits.
779927
This is my oppionion:\nPut it in this type of format.\nfirst part \nSituation : I was fired due to blah blah (whatever happened)\nForm (don't write that just giving you an idea) Write down exactly what happened and why you responded the way you did...and with your apologizes or whatever (even if you don't feel that way) for creating any upset with the company...why you like the company etc..\nAt the bottom next paragraph put how long you have worked there...how you have done or whatever on your job and why you are an asset to the company...and that it will never happen again.\n\nGet it? gosh sorry that happened....sounds like they were a bit tough on both of you really....you should have at least gotten a warning or something :(\nHope this helps! :) good luck xxxooo\nHey worse case You will find another job that knows your worth.
412172
By all means yes you do. And i also think if a person gets fired u also have the right to know why. My friend got fired today, and the only thing she got was. We are letting you go. It's best for the company.
675830
Grammatically, nothing, but it does imply that the boss was the one who was unable to type the letter (and therefore fired you).
1036118
Everyone has to start somewhere. In my experience it may actually help you in an entry level position if you have been out learning and doing things in life. However, if it comes down to you and someone with work experience they definately have a heads up....unless of course they were fired.