A recent post on the Threads platform by user canteksepertidia has gone viral after a woman exposed an inappropriate request from a colleague, sparking a wave of criticism from netizens.

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The post featured a screenshot of a conversation between the woman and her co-worker, who asked her to punch in their time card, all because they were still eating at a restaurant and feared being late to work. What made the request even more audacious was the inclusion of a laughing emoji, which many interpreted as a sign of the employee not taking the matter seriously.

"Sis, please help punch (my card) . I'm at the restaurant. Afraid Ill be late," read the message from the employee.

While some companies do offer flexible break times, many others enforce strict clock-in policies. In some workplaces, arriving late can result in deductions from monthly attendance allowances, making punctuality crucial. Employees are often expected to be present on time, if not earlier, to avoid disciplinary actions or pay cuts.

The woman, however, refused to comply with her colleague's dishonest request. Her decision to uphold workplace integrity earned praise from many online, while the irresponsible co-worker was widely condemned.

Commenters in the replies criticized the unethical nature of the request, with some pointing out that such behavior could have serious consequences not just for the one asking, but also for anyone who agrees to help falsify attendance records.

The incident serves as a reminder that workplace ethics matter and that shortcuts, no matter how small they may seem, can damage professional trust and accountability.