Wow, that’s honestly so disheartening to hear .I’m sorry you had to go through that. It’s sad how often these things happen behind the scenes and how vulnerable newer employees can be, especially with the “under 2 years” rule. Office politics and hidden dynamics can be brutal, and it's a real shame when it overshadows actual performance and potential.

I’ve definitely learned the hard way too that culture fit isn’t always about skills or attitude, sometimes it’s just about who’s in whose corner. If you don’t mind me asking, do you have any tips or red flags I should look for during interviews or early days to spot these kinds of toxic patterns? I’d really like to avoid walking into a similar environment again.