So let's take a look at the five most common phrases employees use that actually make them passive aggressive and petty:1.
"Per my last email..."What it actually means: "You didn't really read what I wrote.
"For future reference..."What it actually means: "Let me correct your blatant 'mistake' that you already knew was wrong."
"Bumping this to the top of your inbox..."What it actually means: "You're my boss [or employee].
"Going forward..."What it actually means: "Do not ever do that again."