By vhanson – 07/12/2025 19:38

Right before a big team meeting, I thought I’d impress everyone by bringing in coffee for the whole group. I balanced six cups in my arms—yes, I know, not the best idea—and as I walked in, I tripped over my own feet. Coffee flew like a brown fountain, drenching not only my clothes but also my boss, who was wearing a white shirt. The entire room went silent, and I swear the only sound was a distant clock ticking—like a bad movie scene. I panicked, apologizing like a broken record while my boss calmly said, ‘I didn’t need caffeine anyway.’ I could practically feel my career flash before my eyes as I mopped up spilled coffee with napkins, trying not to make eye contact with anyone, especially with him. What a way to make an impression.