Instead of rehashed motivational mantras, Teju serves up real-world corporate truths with a comedic twist, exposing the quirks, absurdities, and hidden rules that govern professional life
truths that HR manuals conveniently leave out. A dose of humor and ...
The article "101 Workplace Secrets: A Hilarious and Unfiltered Guide to Corporate Survival" from BusinessDay NG humorously outlines various unspoken rules and survival tactics for navigating the corporate environment. It covers topics like the art of office politics, where knowing who to align with can be as crucial as actual work performance; the unspoken dress code, suggesting that one should always dress slightly better than the company's stated policy; the importance of appearing busy even when you're not, through techniques like the "keyboard shuffle"; and the strategic use of office jargon to sound more professional or to deflect responsibility. The piece also delves into the nuances of office relationships, from avoiding romantic entanglements to understanding the power dynamics in meetings. It humorously advises on how to handle office gossip, manage your boss's expectations, and even how to subtly claim credit for others' work. The guide encapsulates the often absurd, yet very real, aspects of corporate life with a light-hearted, satirical tone.
Humor & Quirks
Fri, February 14, 2025
