When you order online, you do so at your own peril. It's a learning experience: can you really buy that $200 blanket for $2? Could a new gaming console really cost just $15 plus shipping? You know the saying, “If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is"? That definitely applies here. After you check out these goofy expectation vs. reality photos, check out these fashion trends from each generation that haven't aged well (shoulder pads and big hair, we're looking at you).

Managing people's expectations is one of the most important parts of any communication around service delivery. The last thing you want to do is overpromise and then not deliver on the expectations that you have set for yourself. Underdelivering on expectations will always end up with people being disappointed—regardless of if it's a business or personal relationship. It's far easier to set realistic expectations in the first place and then win them over when you exceed that just-average level…

Be careful what you order on those sketchy-looking internet sites … You might just wind up with what these folks below ordered! Just because you can order anything online these days, doesn't mean you should. Often, if things look too good to be true , they are. There's some kind of catch — that $100 item priced at $2 just won't be the same quality . Check out these hilarious mishaps, from cupcake mistakes to face masks gone wrong. Then, check out these texts between bosses and their employees w…

Expect nothing and you will still be disappointed.