Practical Jokes Play at Work
Are you thinking about playing practical jokes at the office? If so, you need to reconsider because doing this can lead to unpleasant consequences. You will learn reasons not to play practical jokes at work.
It is not cool. It makes you look bad and it does not show professionalism. Because the workplace is a professional setting, it is obligatory for all of the personnel to conduct themselves professionally there.
It can set a bad example. If you engage in this behavior, someone else might think it is okay to do it, especially if he or she is new to the firm and looks up to you and the other experienced workers. You must keep in mind that some people are easily influenced by others to do something, whether it is good or bad.
It may cause a scene. There is a good possibility that at least one of your fellow workers will get into a verbal or physical confrontation with you. The workplace is supposed to be a place that is harmonious and peaceful, not one that is contentious.
Even if your fellow workers do not confront you, they might still take a form of action you will not like. For example, they might go straight to the boss to voice their displeasure. Not everyone will have the courtesy to ask you to stop doing something that annoys them before they report you to someone in a position of authority.
It can have a negative effect on office productivity. One way is that it causes you to waste time you should be using to do your work. Another is that your victim might spend a while stewing, too upset to do his or her work. A drop in productivity can have a negative impact on the firm’s bottom line.
There is another way that this can hurt your firm’s business. For example, it can lead to lost sales. If a client comes in and sees this, he or she is likely to form a bad impression of your firm and walk right out.
It can inhibit your ability to succeed on the job. One way is that it can make your co-workers reluctant to work with you. Another is that it will make them reluctant to respond to your requests for assistance, as they are afraid you are trying to set them up.
You have learned why it is not in your best interests to play around at work. Keep what you have learned in mind in order to keep your job and make everyone’s time at the office pleasant.
