Today was my first day at a new job. I showed up extra early suited up and ready to make a great impression. The parking lot was pretty full, but I managed to squeeze into a tight spot. As I was reversing to adjust I hit the car that was behind me.
I’d clipped the bumper. It didn’t look too bad but still pretty obvious. I took a deep breath, left a note with my info and headed inside trying to pretend I wasn’t already sweating through my shirt. Guess who walks into the office 15 minutes later holding my note? The guy who had just introduced himself as my boss. The same guy who’s supposed to mentor me. To his credit, he laughed it off and said, “well at least you didn’t ghost it.” But I could feel the second hand cringe from everyone who overheard us talking. Day one and I already fucked up. I know this shit sounds fake as fuck, but it literally happened today like I just don’t know what are the odds of shit like this happening
TL;DR: I reversed my car into my boss’s car on the first day of the job
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Not a bad way to start off to be honest. Your new boss knows you’re an honest and responsible person now and will do the right thing even when no one is looking.
Not trying to bust your balls since it was your first day, but generally if you show up “extra early” and the parking lot is pretty full, it means you didn’t show up early. And you’re probably late.
The universe decided to test your luck, and you got a solid F. Crashing into your boss’s car on the first day? That’s some next-level awkwardness. Glad he took it well, though. Guess you’ll be making a memorable impression, one way or another.
I feel your pain. That’s one helluva first impression! But listen, at least now he knows you’re not a total chickenshit.
There’s no ‘right car’ to crash into..
Bashing a car in the car park happens- your boss will get over that.
Leaving your note and dealing with it showed excellent character- he’ll remember that forever.
I’ve learned that you build better, stronger relationships with people when shit goes wrong. An apology done right is a great thing. Own it, be real, say thank you for their understanding and move on.
All the best with the new job. Try not to fuck up!
Dude at least you left a note and owned up to it, countless people would have parked elsewhere and act like nothing happened. ( happened to me about a year ago, only able to find out because we have cameras )
Mistakes happen and while that one does suck, like everyone else is saying it’s the perfect way to show your honesty and integrity. Very important in the workplace, parking skills are probably not a part of your job description so who cares jk lol. If you stick it out there it will just be a funny story in a year or two
lol, your title makes it sounds like there was a “right car” to crash into XDDD
You are a shitty driver but honest. I’d say the honesty part is more important. Now just park at the far side of the lot. lol
This will be the running joke until your very last day. Leaving the note just told them you’re going to do the right thing.
What’s the right car to crash into?
How fast are you reversing that you are leaving damage that is still pretty obvious? Sounds like you need some lessons.
Sounds like this will be a JOKE but also a Serious Bonus to your reputation as an honest person.
As long as your insurance pays for the damages I think this will help in the long run.
this isn’t a bad thing. if i were your boss, it would be an obvious demonstration of character. you did the right thing when no one was looking, having no idea it was his car. character is everything; you demonstrated yours.
your new boss probably feels more confident in his hiring decision. a little less confident in your driving skills.
Look at it from this perspective… you two share a bonding story on your first day. Cringe or not, he’ll never forget your honesty and the unfortunate coincidence will be something you two will laugh about for years.
Now be awesome at the job itself and you’ll do fine. Good luck!!
Is there a “right” car to crash into?
At least you won’t be forgotten! And the fact you owned up immediately and left a note speaks volumes. That’s way more respectable than trying to ghost it. You literally broke the ice with a fender bender.
Honesty and integrity are everything. If you always be that way with that boss; you’ll never have any issues even if you aren’t a top performer or the best employee, they ever had. You’ll be last on the chopping block.
just do what’s right
Back in 1985, I got a job as a tech at a dealership. First day went great. Second day first thing I raised a brand new car on my hoist and found out the hard way the roof was too low to allow that. I destroyed the hood on a brand new Volvo. I wondered if I could get my old job back. I called the service manager over, showed him, and said I screwed up, whatever you have to do I understand. (I stood there dying inside for what seemed like an hour, but was probably 5 seconds) and then my service manager said, I guess I forgot to tell you about that. That man mentored me which lead to the rest of my career. Honesty paid.
Don’t beat yourself up! Accidents happen, and you just showed you’re a trustworthy individual. Usually takes longer for people to realize you can be trusted and own up to your mistakes
Hopefully you asked for a raise to cover repair expenses..
I backed my car into my boss’ car the other day
Well he just laughed it off sometimes life’s ok
If I were your boss I’d respect you much more after knowing you took responsibility for your actions. And honestly give it like a year and it’ll turn into everyone thinking that was a hilarious ice breaker moment
Your nickname there will forever be “Crash”!
I think you did something that shows you’re a good and honest person, so a good colleague to have.
I was was walking down the street one day and hear a crash.
Saw the car door open up, and the driver get out.
Wearing one of those little red valet vests.
One of the things I’m most respected for at my work is that when I screw up, I own it promptly. Then do what I can to mitigate or fix the problem, learn from it and put things in place to stop it happening again.
Showing you can own mistakes is far from a bad thing. Seeing that your workplace is accepting of mistakes is a very good thing.