A workplace dispute shared on Reddit has sparked discussion around managerial conduct, workplace investigations and the importance of fair disciplinary processes.
Posting anonymously on the r/IndianWorkplace forum, an employee claimed their manager threatened to “destroy” their career after discovering a spreadsheet created by a female coworker documenting concerns about colleagues’ behaviour.
According to the post, the coworker had maintained an Excel sheet listing employees alongside personal observations and allegations. The entries reportedly included remarks such as “Looks at me badly”, “Talks behind my back” and “Makes inappropriate gestures.”
The employee said they were questioned because they sat near the coworker and were perceived to be “too close” to her. However, they claimed they had no knowledge of the spreadsheet or any involvement in its creation.
“The thing is, I had absolutely nothing to do with that Excel sheet. I didn’t know she had created it, wasn’t involved in it, and never encouraged it,” the employee wrote.
The individual expressed concern about becoming a scapegoat in the matter and sought advice on whether to document the incident, approach the HR department or distance themselves from the situation.
While the claims remain unverified, the incident has generated discussion online about the need for impartial workplace investigations and the role of managers in handling employee complaints. HR professionals often stress that allegations involving employee conduct should be examined through a structured process, with decisions based on evidence rather than assumptions or workplace proximity.
