45+ Unusual Workplaces That Will Never Bore Anyone
When you think about workspaces, you probably think of The Office. The show brilliantly represents the mundane work, boredom, insane boss, and irritating employees that happen in the workplace. The pranks that the characters perform on one other are, however, the show’s and real-life office lives’ highlight. The boredom of the office can really inspire creativity and a sense of humor. We’ve prepared a collection of photos that highlight the lighter side of an otherwise mundane workday.
That Escalated Quickly
How would you expect your coworkers to react if you rubbed lotion on their door handles while performing pranks on them? Most likely by smearing the lotion on your chair or desk? So, what if you discovered your desk by the side of the road the next day?
That Escalated Quickly
In the picture below, that’s exactly what happened. Instead of putting lotion on the desk, the coworkers went the extra mile to exact revenge by placing the desk outside.
Sumo Crap Anyone?
How to figure out whether a coworker is envious of your Keurig 101. The worker’s cleverness in putting a sumo wrestler on the Keurig to make it appear as if the person is drinking Sumo’s waste. The coffee’s color only adds to its vileness.
Sumo Crap Anyone?
Do you think you’ll be able to drink your coffee now that you’ve seen this? If you had to, what form of vengeance would you devise? Silver foil on their desk or googly eyes on their baby’s photos?
When You Park Your Car Wrong
When you park your car in the wrong spot, you know you’re going to get a penalty. But what if your toy automobile gets a penalty for failing to follow parking instructions? For the sake of decorating, this poor person placed their toy car in the meeting room.
When You Park Your Car Wrong
However, it appears that one of their coworkers was not having it and decided to leave a parking violation ticket. The effort put in to create a tiny ticket for the little car shows their dedication to the joke.
Voice Recognition Is in or Is it?
Are you aware of the new voice-activated coffee machines that are hitting the market? Yes, imagine having one in your workplace. You may program the machine to produce coffee according to your preferences. Isn’t it interesting? Now imagine that your coffee machine’s voice command isn’t working.
Voice Recognition Is In Or Is It?
It was simply a coworker playing a prank on the entire office, as shown in the photo. Can you imagine how much fun they’d have had the rest of the day if one of their coworkers had tried to give the computer a voice command?
Leave the Milk Alone
If you work at an office, you’re undoubtedly used to your lunch disappearing from time to time. According to a survey conducted by American Express in 2017, 18% of Americans admitted to stealing their coworker’s lunch. That means that one out of every five American workers steals lunch.
Leave The Milk Alone
This person appears to have encountered the same issue and came up with a peculiar solution. Would you go to such lengths if you were presented with a comparable situation?
When Your Coworkers Miss You a Little Too Much
Have you ever had the experience of sitting at your desk all day with no one looking in your direction, and then all hell breaks loose the moment you get up? You suddenly have 100 calls, and your boss comes out to see you?
When Your Coworkers Miss You A Little Too Much
If you answered yes, you might be able to relate to the picture. Because the poor guy was gone for ten minutes, his coworkers decided to put on their comical hats. But it’s great to have such amusing coworkers; it keeps things interesting, don’t you think?
They Had to Put Up a Sign
Is it difficult to consider why a sign like that would be placed up? What prompted such incidence? Was it true that someone wanted to return their underwear? How many people would have tried to get it back so they could put that sign on it?
They Had To Put Up A Sign
The addition of the phrase “you know why” suggests that customers may have tried to persuade the store to return their underwear. What do you suppose the rationale for their refusal to return the sold underwear is?
When Your Coworkers Are Nice but Not So Much
Imagine you were stabbed and are now back at work after a long period of recovery. To commemorate your return, your dear, sweet coworkers ordered a cake. Isn’t it comforting? It’s a thoughtful gesture, and you’re feeling overwhelmed?
When Your Coworkers Are Nice But Not So Much
Then imagine that the cake says this, along with graphic details of a knife and blood—do you feel any better now? This is something Max from the TV series 2 Broke Girls would do. Hilarious!
Why Be Sober, When You Can Be Dramatic?
You can’t expect a standard caution sign from a copywriter if you ask them to write one. Their creativity is evident in everything they do. That is most likely what distinguishes their creative minds from the rest of the population.
Why Be Sober, When You Can Be Dramatic?
Average Person: Hey, there’s a 12’ gap between the steps. The creative community – how can we make it rhyme, make it amusing, and still convey the gravity of the gap? How would you complete this work if it were assigned to you?
They Must Have ‘Bean’ Terrified
Imagine coming into the office washroom first thing in the morning and seeing Mr. Bean following you around. It’s creepier than Wednesday from The Addams Family. What’s up with Mr. Bean’s cardboard cutout? Isn’t it a little more unsettling than usual?
They Must Have ‘Bean’ Terrified
Picture yourself walking into the office washroom while still half-asleep in the morning and discovering something like this behind you. It has the potential to jolt you awake immediately.
The Boss Didn’t Think it Through
If you don’t hear about office supplies going missing every other day, are you even in a corporate company? And it’s more widespread than you might think; according to a 2014 study, office theft costs business America $50 million per year.
The Boss Didn’t Think It Through
The photo’s referred boss appeared to have had enough of someone stealing their wire cutter and decided to take matters into his own hands. He didn’t think it through, though. Trying to secure the wire cutter by tying it with wire does not appear to be a wise or funny decision.
A Small Piece of Cake Never Hurt Anyone
Unless you’re trying to reduce weight, a little piece of cake won’t hurt you. When your boss goes out of his way to ensure that he is the one who wins, you know he is a fierce competitor.
A Small Piece Of Cake Never Hurt Anyone
That gigantic piece of pastry is enough to obliterate your monthly weight loss goals. The smirk on the bosses’ face can be seen clearly in the photo – he knows exactly what he’s doing.
They Probably Thought of it as a Competition
People misusing office materials isn’t exactly breaking news. We’ve all seen notices like these lying around our offices. People in this office, on the other hand, viewed the notice as a competition to see who could name the most items that were not to be ruined.
They Probably Thought Of It As A Competition
That someone included the phrase “and my life” in a list of things that others in the office should quit spoiling is even more amusing; if there is a winner, it’s this person.
When Your Workplace Has a Good Sense of Humor
When you’re used to diving in the pool, you have to remind yourself that you shouldn’t dive whenever you see water. Are you curious as to what prompted the sign’s creation? Is it just a joke that they work for a pool company?
When Your Workplace Has A Good Sense Of Humor
Is it possible that the warning notice was prompted by an incident? If the latter is true, we’re curious as to what was going through the person’s head. Whatever the case may be, having a sense of humor among colleagues and supervisors is beneficial.
When Employees Plan a Revenge
Most people have felt jealousy at some point in their lives, especially when they are working long hours while their boss is on vacation on a cruise. Isn’t that unfair? However, while their boss was away on vacation, the staff of this office devised a really inventive strategy to retaliate.
When Employees Plan A Revenge
They stuffed his office with pictures of Leonard DiCaprio, whom the boss despises. It’s unclear whether this is a form of revenge or appreciation. Leonardo DiCaprio is a movie star who everyone loves. He’ll pay for his hatred of one of the greatest actors of all time.
Sexist Much?
We’re not sure if this was a joke or if the boss was actually offended by their employee’s cleavage. It’s the year 2021! If this was a joke, though, it’s just a boss with a terrific sense of humor.
Sexist Much?
Using tape to hold the shirt together is a unique approach to hide cleavage. If everything was in good fun, the boss gets a 10/10 for creativity. Would you feel comfortable if your boss did anything like this to you?
The Evolution of Dinosaurs
This is what a typical day at work would look like if dinosaurs still existed and evolved in the same way that humans have. These people, on the other hand, are paleontologists. They were so enamored with dinosaurs that they dressed themselves as one.
The Evolution Of Dinosaurs
Another possibility is that one of them suggested that they all dress up as dinosaurs and think like them. A superior viewpoint to comprehend them! Do you know what it means to “putting yourself in someone else’s shoes?” Something along those lines.
The Philosopher’s Note
Here’s what happens when you want to be a philosopher but end yourself working at a 9-5 desk job. Is this employee’s philosophies reminiscent of Michel Scott from The Office? It’s odd how they make sense while also seeming ridiculous.
The Philosopher’s Note
This person most likely has far too much free time on his hands to come up with such ideas. But he’s not entirely wrong; after all, we’re all only here for a short while, right?
When Everyone Don Their Creative Hats
Few people were inspired to start something entertaining because of the monotony of corporate life. What began as a simple HI on the window of an NYC office developed into a full-fledged post-it friendly battle between the offices.
When Everyone Don Their Creative Hats
The chat began with a simple HI, progressed to SUP, and then several workplaces joined in to show off their own creativity. The post-it notes were even used to create a massive Snapchat logo at one office. After Havas WorldWide designed a mic drop visual across seven stories, the war came to an end.
Treating Your Inner-Child
Most children have vivid ideas about what they want to be when they grow up. Some children were asked in a YouTube video what they wanted to be when they grew up. For the most part, becoming a pirate was a major priority.
Treating Your Inner Child
Our picture’s hero appears to have had a vivid imagination as a child but is now caught in a day job. This person really came up with a creative technique to feed the child inside.
Enter at Your Own Risk
It’s equally possible that it’s a joke or that it’s the truth. Don’t you agree? We have already seen the bizarre possibilities. The programmers, it appears, do not appreciate being interrupted in any way.
Enter At Your Own Risk
And if they’re going to be disturbed, they might as well have some fun with it. Imagine someone singing Ave Maria to you before telling you about the work they have for you. Would you sing the song if it was a requirement for you to complete your work?
The Revenge Saga Continues
In this episode, you’ll learn how to get revenge on your boss when he or she is on vacation and you are forced to work. While Burning Man is all about art and self-expression, the office personnel decided to have their own little art project to convey how they feel about their boss is away.
The Revenge Saga Continues
They did, after all, find a clever and amusing way to get back to the boss. It also appears to be a fun work culture where employees feel comfortable and free to play a prank on the boss.
When You Don’t Trust Your Coworkers
Can you fathom the level of ignorance required to put up a notice warning people not to eat the hard drive? We’ve discovered that stealing coworkers’ lunches is very prevalent, and it appears that we, too, have a lunch thief in our midst.
When You Don’t Trust Your Coworkers
Is it possible to picture someone mindlessly devouring a hard drive? Have you ever had coworkers for whom you felt obliged to create a life instruction manual?
When You Are in the Mood to Inflict Nightmares
When you’re watching a horror movie, do you find the sound of a baby sobbing the most terrifying? The image and the gooey eyes give off the same unsettling, creepy feeling as a wailing baby in a horror film.
When You Are In The Mood To Inflict Nightmares
Imagine looking at a picture of your adorable children and realizing you’ll be having nightmares for the rest of your life. What would you do if a coworker did something like this to you?
When You Are the Only Man in the Office
The office women decided to make light of the fact that they only have one male coworker. To remind the coworker that he is the only male employee in the office, changing the bathroom sign from Men to Ben seems like a good idea. Consider how nice it would be to have the entire bathroom to yourself.
When You Are The Only Man In The Office
Don’t you think it’s exciting? Also, kudos to the fact that the workplace is primarily operated by women – that’s female empowerment in action. Would you like to work in an office with almost all female employees?
Some Friendly Reminders
Do you ever have that unshakeable anxiety at work, when you feel doomed and destined to live a lousy existence for the rest of your life? Have you ever seen your life crashing down around you before you’ve accomplished anything worthwhile?
Some Friendly Reminders
Good luck getting away from that thought process in this office, because even the coffee machine is here to tell you that you’ll be here forever. This person’s resume should probably be updated, and they should master new skills.
Creativity at its Best
Why spend $300 on an alarm when a $1 pair of googly eyes will suffice? This office’s staff would be the face of creativity if it had one. It’s as though the earth is moving when your eyes are shaky.
Creativity At Its Best
Finding out that the earth is crippling appears to be amusing. When the eyes start to shake, it’s also difficult to know whether to laugh or cry. What method would you use to learn about the earthquake?
What’s Your Spirit Animal?
This half-human, half-animal photo series is something we see at art exhibitions. Someone in the office must have the mind of an artist to come up with anything so amusing. What do you believe the theme of the animal selection will be?
What’s Your Spirit Animal?
Is it based on the animal that the person resembles? Or perhaps something more profound, such as posing as your spirit animal in a photograph? Whatever it is, it appears to be a humorous way to liven up a dull day at work.
When Your Boss Has No Chill
When your boss gives you a farewell cake (how sweet, right?) but wishes you to fail (yikes! ), you know you have a wonderful boss with a sense of humor but who is also incredibly petty. The manager seemed to be dissatisfied with the employee’s decision to leave them behind.
When Your Boss Has No Chill
Do you believe that was an inside joke? Is it possible that the boss did it out of spite? What would you do if you found yourself in a position similar to this one?
When Cracking Dad Jokes Is Your Forte
Do you recall the most dad-est of all dad jokes? That goes something like this: Kid: “Hey dad, I am hungry,” and the father responds, “Hey hungry, I am dad.” If there was ever a school to educate how to make dad jokes, the play on homonyms would be the first class.
When Cracking Dad Jokes Is Your Forte
The famous play on the two different senses of the word date somehow manages to make the dialogue utterly hilarious and interestingly absurd. Do you find dad jokes to be funny or corny?
The Saga of Friendly Reminders Continues
It never hurts to give a few passive-aggressive reminders. What do you do when you want to remind your coworker that he threw the day away but don’t want to be too upfront about it? Well, here’s a great way to let them know how productive they are.
The Saga Of Friendly Reminders Continues
For their creativity, the office staff receives a perfect score of 10 out of 10. When you want to give someone feedback on their productivity, how do you go about it? Would you like to be passive-aggressive, or would you rather give honest direct feedback?
Driving and Laughing
How many times have you passed by signs on boards while driving? In this world, there are some truly innovative people. Here’s another example of ingenuity. Is it a case in point of something that happened to them?
Driving And Laughing
You’ll never know unless you intend on going by to find out. The unexpected twist, on the other hand, makes the phrase extremely amusing. Reading these placards while driving is actually a lot of fun. Surely, you have seen such interesting signs as well.
When You Are Tired of Telling People Where Ted Is
Sitting next to someone famous can be exhausting; you’ll constantly be interrupted by others wanting to know where that person is. You can appreciate this person’s irritation if you’ve ever sat next to someone renowned in your company or college.
When You Are Tired Of Telling People Where Ted Is
However, the remedy proposed by this person is excellent. A simple flow chart to describe where Ted is: if he’s in the seat, great; if he’s not, don’t bother asking him because he doesn’t know.
Walgreens Sounds Dangerous
Walgreens takes home the prize in yet another episode of amusing board signs. The drive-through pharmacy was most likely discussing the availability of injections such as tetanus, polio, or insulin shots.
Walgreens Sounds Dangerous
They cleverly obscured the shot’s name, leaving the placard to say “get shot here.” Do you believe it was done on purpose? Is it possible that it was a case of hooliganism? Whatever the situation may be, passing through this pharmacy will undoubtedly result in some amusement.
Art Is Everywhere
Drinking in the office can result in some incredible/embarrassing memories. When you hear the words “drinking in the office,” do you think of Meredith Palmer from The Office? She gets drunk and sets her hair on fire in the Moroccan Christmas episode?
Art Is Everywhere
This person who spilled the wine on the floor, on the other hand, seemed to be experiencing a similar embarrassment. However, kudos to the friend who transformed the spilled wine into a work of art. Do you have your own Meredith Plamer at your workplace?
When You Ask for an IPad but Get an Eye Pad Instead
You might anticipate your wishes to come true in unusual ways when your boss is a miser with a great sense of humor. Imagine receiving this eye pad instead of an iPad when you asked for one. There will undoubtedly be tears of joy mixed with tears of frustration.
When You Ask For An IPad But Get An Eye Pad Instead
It’s possible that the person in the photo is going through something similar. What would you do if a situation like this occurred to you? Also, can we take a moment to notice the boss’s dad joke?
Graphic Details Are Important
What would you do if you had sole responsibility for the entire shop but needed a bathroom break? So, take a cue from this individual and post a sign indicating that you are taking a toilet break.
Graphic Details Are Important
Are you curious as to what went through the person’s mind when they drew a picture of themselves on the toilet seat? Although that can take a minute of waiting amusing. Do you think your boss would like the drawing if he or she saw it?
Keep Away From My Mug, Please?
Was your mug something you cherished as a kid? Would you look for mugs with a cartoon character’s image on them? If you answered yes, you may have experienced rage when someone else touched or drank from your mug.
Keep Away From My Mug, Please?
It appears that the owner of a reindeer mug was unable to move on from the mugs’ youthful possessive attitude. Coworkers, being coworkers, responded to the notice with a hilarious response.
Because Saying ‘I Fell Sick’ Is So Passé
If you’ve ever held a position of authority, you’re well aware of the ridiculous excuses employees make for taking time off. Excuses such as my car breaking down or a member of my family being sick are almost outdated.
Because Saying ‘I Fell Sick’ Is So Passé
However, sometimes the most bizarre and creative reasons make things interesting. You might understand how the boss feels when they decide to dismiss someone’s excuse for not going to work. The boss may be unsure whether to laugh or cry in response to the reason presented.
Christmas Is Clearly Not a Good Time
As kids, we enjoyed the Christmas holidays. We’d go to our grandparents’ place and eat good food while receiving gifts. As adults, though, the same holiday grew increasingly difficult to deal with.
Christmas Is Clearly Not A Good Time
Linda should understand if someone does not want to make small talk with her. This person devised a clever strategy for avoiding small talk. You now have the means to avoid having to talk to people by putting up a card like this.
Fonts Matter, Don’t You Think?
In any office, there are two categories of people: those who use Comic Sans to write notices and those who do not. Those who do are as bright as the sun. With their childlike charm, they brighten up a dreary workplace.
Fonts Matter, Don’t You Think?
The people who try to prevent others from using Comic Sans remind you of Angela from The Office. They also manage to organize their amusement. Which group of office workers do you fall into?
Makeshift Approach to Life
When your office refuses to provide you with a standing desk, you must make do with what you have. Don’t you think it’s a rather inventive way to acquire yourself a standing desk?
Makeshift Approach To Life
It’s pure genius to remove the flooring to get below the level of your desk so you can use it as a standing workstation. Also, consider employing standing desks, which have numerous health benefits. If your workplace refuses to provide you with one, you know what to do.
The Leek-y Machine
When you work with a witty coworker who has the sense of an eight-year-old child, you start to wonder how they hold their job. The pun on the words “leak” and “leek” is fantastic.
The Leek Y Machine
Furthermore, the effort required to place the leek near the water heater leads you to believe the person has a lot of free time. Imagine your coworker approaching you, all serious, and telling you about a major leak, only to discover it was all a big joke.
IT Department Has Had Enough
The IT department at this office has devised a humorous punishment for employees who destroy or damage their laptops. While most IT departments have additional keyboards or laptops on hand to ensure that work isn’t disrupted, this IT department took a different approach.
IT Department Has Had Enough
They give this toy instead of a spare laptop. What if you had to use one of these kids’ sketch boards as a laptop? However, you could certainly learn how to doodle.
Humans Are Curious, Curious Beings
If you work in a mundane job, you know how any rumor or piece of information can brighten a dull day. Your mind wanders around, thinking about things it has no right to think about. And if a mystery box emerges for your employer in such a scenario, you’re bound to have a lot of questions.
Humans Are Curious, Curious Beings
But we have to offer it to this person; what a creative method to inquire about the contents of the box. You probably don’t want to know what’s inside the box if you’ve watched the film Seven.