Quotations about Office Life
Using Quotations in a Speech or Text about Office Life
As well as keeping your audience engaged, adding quotations to a speech or a text can significantly enhance its impact and effectiveness. Quotations are useful for explaining complex ideas concisely, much in the same way that analogies are used. Additionally, quotations from experts or celebrities can add credibility to your message.Here are some funny and poignant quotations about office life. If your speech is serious, do not automatically avoid funny quotations as they can often be the most impactful, forcing your audience into the thinking about the hidden analogous message in your selected quotation.
- "Comedy is simply a funny way of being serious." (British actor Peter Ustinov)
- "When a thing is funny, search it carefully for a hidden truth." (Irish dramatist George Bernard Shaw)
"Meetings are rather like cocktail parties. You don't want to go, but you're cross not to be asked." Jilly Cooper (English writer, 1937-)
One square foot less and it would be *adulterous.*a hamster cage.*like a game of Twister.* Robert Benchley (American humorist, 1889-1945) talking about the cramped office he shared with the satirist Dorothy Parker
"What I don't like about office Christmas parties is looking for a job the next day." Phyllis Diller (American actress, 1917-2012)
The trouble with doing something right the first time is that nobody appreciates *how difficult it was.*the result.*the money saved.* Walter Kirn (American novelist, 1962-)
"I always arrive late at the office, but I make up for it by leaving early." Charles Lamb (English writer, 1775-1834)
"I like work. It fascinates me. I can sit and look at it for hours." Jerome K. Jerome (English writer, 1859-1927)
I'm not lazy. I'm just on *energy-saving*go-slow*do-it-tomorrow* mode. Anon
"The trouble with being punctual is that nobody's there to appreciate it." Franklin P. Jones (American businessman, 1887-1929)
I can resist everything except temptation, and that includes the temptation *to do nothing.*to sing aloud.*go home early.* Oscar Wilde (Irish dramatist and poet, 1854-1900)
"I'm not sure if I'm actually getting work done or just minimizing my browser every time someone walks by my desk." Anon
"I'm not bossy, I just have better ideas." Anon
"I have a hard time answering the phone when I know someone is calling to ask me to do something." Andy Warhol (American artist, 1927-87)
"I'm not procrastinating. I'm just prioritizing my distractions." Anon
"The best thing about the office is the chair spins." Anon
"The only reason I'm at work today is because *my boss*Jennifer from Accounts*Andy from Accounts* is also at work today." Anon
"The office Christmas party is a great opportunity to catch up with people you haven't seen for 20 minutes." Anon
"The best thing about the office Christmas party is the food. The worst thing is having to talk to your coworkers without email." Anon
"The office Christmas party is a great way to boost morale and lower productivity." Anon
"An office party is not, as is sometimes supposed, the Managing Director's chance to kiss the tea-girl. It is the tea-girl's chance to kiss the Managing Director." Katharine Whitehorn (English journalist, 1928-)
A team effort is a lot of people *doing what I say.*pulling together.*singing sea shanties.* Michael Winner (British film director and producer, 1935-2013)
"Sexual harassment at work. Is it a problem for the self-employed?" Victoria Wood (British writer and comedienne, 1953-)
Thinking Template for a Speech or Text on Office life
Below are 3 funny themes and 3 serious themes related to office life. These have been included to help you identify areas to explore.Funny Themes:
- Cubicle Chronicles: Hilarious Tales from the Office
- Share amusing stories or anecdotes about funny office pranks, quirky coworkers, or memorable meetings, highlighting the humor in everyday office dynamics.
- Email Etiquette Fails: The Funniest Office Communication Blunders
- Explore humorous anecdotes or stories about email mishaps, autocorrect fails, or awkward office replies, showcasing the comedic side of digital communication in the workplace.
- Meeting Madness: The Most Absurd Office Meeting Moments
- Discuss comical stories or mishaps during office meetings, from unexpected interruptions to hilarious presentations, highlighting the absurdity and humor in corporate gatherings.
Serious Themes:
- Workplace Culture: Building a Positive and Inclusive Environment
- Discuss the importance of fostering a positive workplace culture, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, and addressing issues such as harassment, discrimination, and office politics.
- Work-Life Balance: Managing Stress and Wellness in the Workplace
- Explore strategies for achieving work-life balance, maintaining mental and physical health, and fostering well-being in the fast-paced environment of modern office life.
- Professional Development: Career Growth and Skills Enhancement
- Address the importance of continuous learning, career advancement opportunities, and personal development in the workplace, discussing strategies for professional growth and success.
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