Can Calling Your Boss By Name Get You Fired?

Boss, a word that has been abundantly used since the mid 19th century, is now one of the most confusing ways to address seniors for the modern generation. Many people face the dilemma of calling seniors either by name or as Sir/Ma’am or even Boss. But, before dwelling deeper into how one should address a senior, let’s take a short stroll on how the word ‘boss’ came into existence.

Remember slavery?

Well, the roots of the term belong to that era, when slave drivers were known and addressed as ‘Master’. After this period ended, people had to find a word that was less slave-like and more comfortable, while keeping the essence of superiority intact for employers. In the mid 19th century, the Dutch introduced the perfect sounding replacement of ‘Master,’ which is now known as ‘Boss.’ Though initially, people started using the word out of despising for the latter one, over time, they adapted it into their corporate culture.

Did we evolve?

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