THE BREAK ROOM — The annual office Secret Santa exchange is approaching, bringing with it the traditional mix of holiday cheer and crippling anxiety. The question on everyone’s mind: “How funny can I be without getting a call from HR?”
Navigating the line between “hilarious” and “unemployed” is an art form. You want to be the legend of the party, not the topic of the Monday morning safety briefing.
The Rules of Engagement
According to the HR experts at Insperity, the golden rule of office gifting is to generally avoid anything that touches on politics, religion, or personal hygiene (so, no deodorant, please). It’s solid advice, but “a nice candle” is boring.
The Safe Zone
We have curated a list of t-shirts that live in the perfect middle ground. Our “I Survived Another Meeting” tee is relatable without being hostile. The “HTML: How To Meet Ladies” shirt is self-deprecating enough to pass as charming. Stick to self-owns and universal struggles (like coffee or bad Wi-Fi), and you’ll keep your job through the New Year.