Published: Thursday, April 1, 2010
April Fools’ Day jokes not funny at work
In this economy, are April Fools’ Day hoaxes and office pranks really appropriate?
A recent telephone survey of 500 advertising and marketing executives found that more than two-thirds said office gags are no laughing matter, especially as staff is spread thin.
Employees should be less worried about pulling a stunt that will go down in company history and put more effort into appearing productive, said Donna Farrugia of staffing firm Robert Half International Inc.
“People right now are so concerned about having a job or losing a job, it’s really not a good time to be perceived as a time waster,” she said.
Some executives cited instances where employees kidded about quitting or getting fired. If you aren’t careful, management may decide to accept your “resignation”, Farrugia warned.
Associated Press
A recent telephone survey of 500 advertising and marketing executives found that more than two-thirds said office gags are no laughing matter, especially as staff is spread thin.
Employees should be less worried about pulling a stunt that will go down in company history and put more effort into appearing productive, said Donna Farrugia of staffing firm Robert Half International Inc.
“People right now are so concerned about having a job or losing a job, it’s really not a good time to be perceived as a time waster,” she said.
Some executives cited instances where employees kidded about quitting or getting fired. If you aren’t careful, management may decide to accept your “resignation”, Farrugia warned.
Associated Press
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