Sunday, January 25, 2009

THE OLD “CAKE ON THE DESK” TRICK — by Steve Nadis

A friend  told me that at a place he used to work at, the tradition was to put a cake on someone’s desk during their last day of work in preparation for the farewell party at the end of the day. “Come to think of it,” my friend said, “that would be a good way to fire someone. They show up for work and one day find a cake on their desk.” Ever since I heard this story, I half expect to find a cake on my desk in the morning. I have these concerns about finding a cake on my desk, despite the fact that I’m self-employed. And if I do find a cake sitting their one day, given that I work for myself, I’m not sure how to interpret that statement.
Posted by Snake at 02:53:14
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3 Responses to “THE OLD “CAKE ON THE DESK” TRICK — by Steve Nadis”

  1. Gordon Marshall says:
    January 25, 2009 at 11:04 am

    Maybe your kids put it there so you could spend more time with them.

  2. Anonymous says:
    January 25, 2009 at 1:17 pm

    That’s a nice theory. Or maybe I’m losing my marbles… –S

  3. Gordon Marshall says:
    January 25, 2009 at 10:48 pm

    That’s better than losing your job.

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