craichead 0 #1 October 12, 2004 I work at a certain non-profit museum in Chicago, and this announcement has been posted all over the hallways for the past week. It really reminds me of the scene in Office Space where Bill Lumbergh announces Hawaiian Shirt Day: "Oh, and remember, next Friday is Hawaiian shirt day. So, you know, if you want to go ahead and wear a Hawaiian shirt and jeans..." Post your real-life "Office Space" experience! _Pm Favorite Hat Day Have a favorite hat but never have the chance to wear it? – We have the solution! Is your favorite hat out of straw and it’s past Labor Day? – We have the solution! Want to show your colleagues that there is another side of you? – We have the solution! Been down in the dumps about the changes going on around you? – We have the solution! Can’t wait until Halloween to dress up? – We have the solution! PARTICIPATE IN THE ALL STAFF WEAR YOUR FAVORITE HAT DAY ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2004 ALL DAY There is nothing like a fine hat to put a smile on your face.__ "Scared of love, love and aeroplanes...falling out, I said takes no brains." -- Andy Partridge (XTC) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ncrowe 0 #2 October 12, 2004 BBssshhh Lumburg fucker her .... "Don't Mess Around With the Guy in Shades- Oh No!!! " Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyingferret 0 #3 October 12, 2004 Man, are you kidding, I thought it was a documentary. Everyone works in an environment like that, don't they? My last company, a financial clearing firm, was to a T "Office Space" The company I work for now is also, but in a more relaxed manner. We do however have Hawaiian Shirt Friday. Seriously.-- All the flaming and trolls of wreck dot with a pretty GUI. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davedlg 0 #4 October 12, 2004 True story: Several months ago my boss came up to me and informed me that I had been using the wrong work codes on my timecard. I said, "oh yeah, I know, I forgot we changed the codes" He actually replied, "Did you get the memo?" Dumfounded I looked at him and said,"yeah I have it, I just forgot." He then emailed me another copy of the memo. Later that day, I went through the same thing with our accounting person... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Islandcool 0 #5 October 12, 2004 I can get fired for working overtime. Yet they load you with so much work the only way you can keep up is to work overtime. So everyone hides it by either working at home or coming in so early no one is there. lol "Didn't you get the memo?" EXTRA WORKING HOUR APPROVAL REQUIREMENTS FOR EMPLOYEES BELOW LEVEL OF SUPERVISOR Claims is normally open for business from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Each Employee has been assigned a work schedule, which includes a one-hour meal break and two ten-minute rest periods. Claims expects each Employee to begin and end work according to his or her schedule. From time-to-time, operating needs may require Employees to work beyond their normally scheduled work hours. The Vice President of the affected employee’s division must authorize all work beyond the Employee's normally scheduled working hours in advance. Please use the form attached to this memorandum to obtain the necessary authorization. No overtime or additional compensation is provided to exempt Employees. Working more than your normally scheduled hours without prior authorization may result in disciplinary action. Non-exempt employees need not complete these forms; however, non-exempt employees must receive prior approval to work excess hours from the respective Vice President. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyMan 7 #6 October 12, 2004 We just had "crazy shirt day" last friday. It was somehow a part of "customer service week". I saw a grand total of one (1) nonstandard shirt. QuoteThe Customer Service Committee wants all employees to participate in the festivities on Friday to wrap up Customer Service Week. It will be a celebration at the Ice Cream Social, and we would like all employees to dress for the occasion. Reach into your closet and pull out a shirt of the brightest color, the boldest pattern, or the biggest flowers you can find (something you might wear to a BBQ or a trip to Florida – you know, those shirts you buy on vacation and never wear again!!). We want to stand out and shine as Customer Service Stars! (As a special incentive, if you dress bright and bold, you will have your name entered in a drawing during the Ice Cream Social and may win a prize!) __ You put the fun in "funnel" - craichead. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pilotdave 0 #7 October 12, 2004 Uh huh. I once got an email saying the format for A&PSM Memos had changed. I had no clue what an A&PSM Memo was. I almost wrote something back about my TPS reports, but didn't know the guy well enough. Well it turns out he's a big office space fan so it woulda been perfect. Our latest thing is needing to keep our cubicles very neat. In the last inspection, I was found to have too many posters... even though almost all of em were of our products. Ugh. Dave Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
craichead 0 #8 October 12, 2004 I never really understood how companies come up with "Customer Service Week" themes. The best (or worst?) one that I've seen is from my ex-BF's company: The theme was "C.R.A.P.S.", as in the game. It stood for Customers Really Appreciate Prompt Service. There were paper cutouts shaped and decorated like dice stapled to the bulletin boards, and each person was encouraged to write their name and department on the dice. Sheesh... _Pm__ "Scared of love, love and aeroplanes...falling out, I said takes no brains." -- Andy Partridge (XTC) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #9 October 12, 2004 We have a whole week of "fun" at my company. It's called Spirit Week and the goal is to raise money for the united way. It's coming up at the beginning of next month. Gee, i can hardly wait... ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Katzeye 0 #10 October 12, 2004 I don't work for this company, they're our contractors. But, as such I get to sit in their horrible space, listen to the sheeple complain and whine and suffer complete mental anquish... Our latest: Authorization Codes/PIN’s An authorization code is required to place a call outside the XXX area code from the XXX NOC. This includes toll free numbers because a large number of the calls are to conference call bridges, which we are billed for at the end of each month. You will be given a contract to sign (page 2), and then a code. The contract states that you shall not share your code (visitors may also be issued codes if needed, or place the call for them), that you are aware reports are run and monitoring is possible. 1. Dial 9 plus the number you wish to reach. You will hear a three-burst tone. Enter your authorization code. If your profile has permission to place that call the call will go through. If not, you will hear a wave-off tone. You do not need to wait for the tone. You can dial the entire string without stopping. Can't wait until they install the fee-based toilets. LH* Is a chicken omelette redundant? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
craichead 0 #11 October 12, 2004 QuoteWe have a whole week of "fun" at my company. It's called Spirit Week and the goal is to raise money for the united way. It's coming up at the beginning of next month. Gee, i can hardly wait... Uh oh...so what's the "funnest" thing on the agenda? _Pm__ "Scared of love, love and aeroplanes...falling out, I said takes no brains." -- Andy Partridge (XTC) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RoadRash 0 #12 October 12, 2004 Ok, Mrs. P...what hat are you wearing?... You should go as Carmen Miranda and wear a boatload of of fruit for your co-workers benefit......Walk around saying you and the Chiquita chick are good friends...... ~R+R...Did Andy tell you that he met Kennedy...he gave him a big hug and I almost died laughing...!~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Fly the friendly skies...^_^...})ii({...^_~... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paige 0 #13 October 12, 2004 QuoteWe have a whole week of "fun" at my company. It's called Spirit Week and the goal is to raise money for the united way. It's coming up at the beginning of next month. Gee, i can hardly wait... At least you get to help others while looking goofy at the office. Couldn't think of a more worthy cause than the United Way. I know there are others out there but most companies don't do that kind of stuff enough. I think if we have and can then we should share and give to others. Maybe its just me but I love being goofy on the job. I dig making fun of myself even if I am the only one dressed up. At least I can laugh at myself and have a good day looking at all the people without a sense of humor or style.Tunnel Pink Mafia Delegate www.TunnelPinkMafia.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
craichead 0 #14 October 12, 2004 Ugh...well, I guess I could wear Andy's monkey hat, which can be seen here: http://www.monkeygoods.com/product_info.php/products_id/202 I don't think the fruit basket is a good idea...I wouldn't want to injure myself before my shoulder surgery! Andy could probably pull off the "fruit basket hat" thing since he has a Flat Top Pro and already has great neck muscles developed from camera flying! Too bad he doesn't work at CHS. _Pm P.S. - Yah, Andy said that you ran up to him, gave him a big hug, and said, "Hi Andy!" Then Kennedy followed suit...I'm jealous. __ "Scared of love, love and aeroplanes...falling out, I said takes no brains." -- Andy Partridge (XTC) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflynNicki 0 #15 October 12, 2004 i work for an atty; luckily, i have door that i can shut whenever i feel the need, however, everyday my head wants to pop off ~ i used to want a big office, be a boss, yadayadayada...i'm learning that i f i have to come to an office for the rest of my life.............UUUGGGHHH, my head will EXPLODE!! graduating in may, (commuications/managment) anyone know of any openings w/travel as an option...outdoors stuff ~ anythings except pushing paper ALLL DAY!!!!!!~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ PMS#269 Team Dirty Sanchez#41 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chivo 0 #16 October 12, 2004 That's me alright. Let me tell you... - we have several ppl named Bob in the company (In a meeting with the Bobs) - we develop banking software - we have cubicles - we hate all the printers - the only reliable piece of equipment at work is my stapler ... I could keep going, but I'll just say damn, too many similarities. ~Chivo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
