#CorporateFamily #BirthdayBluff #OfficeDrama
Can we talk about the leader of my “corporate family” 😒? So, my director is all about birthdays being a big deal, but when it came to mine, they totally dropped the ball! 🎂🐴 And don’t get me started on the whole “mandatory” dinner thing… 🤢
Here’s the deal: I’m over this forced corporate family vibe and I’m ready to call their bluff. But how should I handle this without burning bridges? 🤔
In my situation, I’m not in it for the money, but I value my teammates and the work we do together. So, what’s the best approach to address this birthday blunder? 🎈
Possible Solutions:
– Have a candid conversation with your director about your feelings and expectations. 🗣
– Suggest alternative ways to celebrate birthdays within the team that feel more genuine and meaningful. 🎉
– Consider setting boundaries and making it clear what you do and don’t feel comfortable with in terms of corporate celebrations. 🚫
What would you do in this situation? Let’s brainstorm some ideas together! 💭 #OfficeEtiquette #WorkCulture #CommunicationSkills
“This is awesome; you got me a horse ride for my birthday?!?”
Treat your direct coworkers to cupcakes or something. Your coworkers will love you for it and it’ll make management look bad.
Let it go. Don’t give them a reason to dislike you.
Buy yourself a single cupcake with one candle. Put it in the middle of your desk–wait for them to ask about it and say “You have to celebrate yourself if no one else will.” Start singing a sad version of the happy birthday song. Bonus points if your voice cracks and you can summon a single tear…
It’s what I’d do if my family forgot my birthday, but I’m a bit of a drama queen.
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Go out for a fancy dinner by yourself and turn in the receipt for expenses. Tell them you’re sure they didn’t mean to miss your birthday, and you’re sure they would have wanted you to treat yourself since they couldn’t
This is a hill to die on. Put up a fight, show their weakness. Make it known they lapsed but move on, be patient, wait, and give them a gentle reminder next year. People will sing the song with enthusiasm, you’ll be celebrated, loved, you’ll get a glowing performance review and a guaranteed promotion acknowledging your birthday. Fight the good fight; if you don’t, who will?!
“Checking in- sorry, my family life is very busy- I know employees are normally taken out for dinner for their birthday. Did we have a planned day for that? My birthday was yesterday and I am looking forward to it! Thank you as always!”
Get a grocery store sheet cake with “Happy Birthday flushbunking” written on it.
Cut off half, bring in “leftovers” for your “work family”
Wow. This is like a family. My mom forgets my birthday all the time. But then, she has dementia. What’s your excuse?
Unionizing is a classic prank to play on corporate families.
Nothing like collective action and other light-hearted japes to keep the workplace lively.
Send them a photo copy of your DL.
With the birth day high lighted….. with a big red question mark.
Next time they drop the “but we are like family here” shoot back a “nah my family would never forget my birthday!”
Go on about how left out you feel, that you’re devastated, and can’t even think about going forward due to the mental anguish you are in because your ‘family’ forgot about you.
Ratchet up the diva-dial as you see fit.
Um in all seriousness why didn’t you take your birthday off? I started using PTO for a whole week during my bday even if I don’t have plans.
Be happy they forgot, hope no one figures it out, and carry on with your day. Put in your time, go home and enjoy your friends & family.
When the boss gets back in town, just plainly say now that you’re back at work, I’m looking forward to sharing a birthday dinner with everyone. It wouldn’t have been right to have it while you were out! I like steak and Friday is good for me.