I’ve read an interesting and funny printed article sometimes ago about how to win over your co-workers (unfortunately, I’ve not found who has written this). Here is what was in this excellent piece (I’ve not credit for this!):
- Make sure your desk is as messy as possible (others will read it as a sign of productivity)
- Always send emails at random times (22:45, 07:00) and on important public holidays
- Nothing good ever came from hitting “reply all”
- Sighing loudly and often can be used as a way to express just how much work you have
- The printer will work both faster and better if you yell at it
- Use as much jargon as possible. Phrases like “think outside of the box” and text speak can be an exceptionally effective way to communicate: at the end of the day it all boils down to hitting the ground running. We are really going to have it push the envelope on this one. c u 18r
- If it’s really funny, it’s probably harassment
- Think before hitting printing (and sleeping with co-workers)
Here are more serious articles about the topic on eHow and Jobdig.