I Whistleblow my Own Employer Part 2
Work Whistleblowing: Star aka My Previous Employer
Work Whistleblowing #7 (Continued)
I’m finally ready to talk about a work experience that’s haunted me for the last two years. I’ve avoided this story because of the shame, guilt, and regret that came with it. I found myself entangled in a business that turned out to be a scam, worked for free, and even invested my own money. And all of this under the guise of “mentorship” and “women supporting women.”
(This Substack is Part 2 - for Part 1 read here)
The hardest part? I unintentionally dragged some of you into it as well. As someone who has built a platform advocating for anti-work, exposing exploitation, and championing lazy girl jobs, this was a hard pill to swallow. I’ve been carrying the weight of my choices and the impact they had on my community, which has affected my momentum and confidence as a leader in this space.
This ordeal has taught me a lot, and I’ve spent the past year quietly healing from it. I took time away from the viral, polarizing content you’re used to because I needed the space to process everything. But now, I’m ready to share what happened—and most importantly, what I learned.
This isn’t just a story about getting scammed; it’s a reminder that none of us are immune to exploitation. No matter how much we think we know or how smart we believe ourselves to be, we’re all vulnerable to the right mix of charisma and manipulation. I’m sharing this to help you shed the shame of toxic experiences and take back your power. Because we all deserve to heal and move forward.
Let’s get into it.
Key Points
The shocking truth behind how I ended up working for free AND losing $30,000 to my former employer—will I ever get it back?
What really happened after I confronted them—my most personal revelation yet, never to be shared anywhere else.
The painful lesson that transformed me into the Anti Work Girlboss—and why I’ll never reveal these details on social media.
Disclaimer: The names of individuals and the business mentioned in this story have been changed to protect privacy. The events described are based on my personal experiences and reflect my own opinions and perceptions. This account is provided for entertainment purposes only and is not intended to harm the reputation of any individual or entity.
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