PICS: Woman loses job over 'racy' photoshoot with fiancé
A newly engaged couple turned up the heat for their engagement photoshoot resulting in the woman getting fired from her job.
Stephanie and Arryn chose to do a sexy "boudoir" photoshoot with Bria Terry of Wolf & Rose Photography. The images are dark and romantic, but these very same images led to Stephanie being fired from her place of work.
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Stephanie worked for a bank in Texas, USA and the reason for her dismissal was: "It was inappropriate and we're a family-oriented company."
It’s just disheartening to me because I feel like home life and work life are two totally different things. I was a model employee, I was moving up fast. I had a promotion within seven months. This one thing, for me, was the reason I was booted
The whole issue of what happens away from work affecting where you work or a business' ethos and the vibe is is an interesting one.
Surely, you as an individual are entitled to a life outside of work but then begs the question of if it's your private life then should be it be kept 'private?'
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In recent years, we have come to see the power of social media and how saying one inappropriate thing can lead to huge cases, loss of income, and a general smear across your name.
The line between online and present-day situations seems to have faded away and your online actions definitely affect you in the here and now. Let's look back at the young lady who texted her boyfriend a racist remark about a fellow onboard a flight. She was subsequently fired and fined for her actions.
Although these two cases seem to be two different extremes, it's clear to see where the law is going with this.
Check the pics out below:
The fact this lady was fired seems a little excessive and unfair I think. It's not like she was naked and distasteful, but I wonder if these pictures belong on social media or not?
Here are some reasons you can get fired from your place of employment for social media posts:
- Sharing warnings or personal company information
- Negative comments about your job or clients
- Deceptive posts
- Off-colour, racist, sexist, or inappropriate comments
Read: Do you have your boss on your social media?
The general rule is to always be mindful of what you post on social media as your career may depend on it.
Was it right that this woman’s boss fired her even though it had nothing to do with her job? If you were her employer how would you feel? Share your comments below.
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