New York, NY - 4:20 PM CST
Researchers at YGTBKM, Inc. recently released results detailing the spread of corp-speak: the habit of abbreviating words unnecessarily in an effort to appear more efficient without actually doing any work. We had an opportunity to ask Professor Kent Utill, chief strategist and lead researcher at YGTBKM, Inc. a few questions over the phone more about the study. The following is a transcript from part one of the interview. Read More
Tulsa, OK - 3:30 PM CST
If you don't show interest in what your boss has to say, he won't show interest in giving you that promotion. Get that yawning under control. Get lasting energy from Starbucks Doubleshot® Energy+Coffee.
By God, Man, Wake Up.
Eating that turkey sandwich was not the smartest decision you've made today. Is tryptophan coursing through your veins? Is it whispering in your ear: "Close your eyes for just a second. No one will notice." Don't listen. Those hypnotic words will put you into a trance and out of a job.
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Using nothing but recycled cans, respected fashion designer Reese Ikeling created an innovative line of women's apparel. Read More
Dallas, TX - 2:13 PM CST
22-year-old Steve Laing is having a hard time finding work after publishing his last status update on Facebook. According to our HR contact at Weno Consultants, Laing updated his status to read "Stuck in a meeting with a bunch of goobs." It didn't take long for Laing to get a response. The first comment was from his manager: "Those 'goobs' cut your checks, Laing. You might want to make sure you’re awake before posting your next update." Laing blamed the careless move on a long day and a lack of energy.
Toledo, OH - 1:15 PM CST
Jeff Hernandez was tired of bringing food to work only to have it stolen out of the fridge - even after he started marking items with his name. In an effort to protect his stash of Starbucks Doubleshot® Energy+Coffee, Jeff attached a note reading "IS YOUR NAME Jeff?!" It seemed like the perfect way to ward off moochers, but when he hit the 3:00 slump and went to grab one of his icy cold beverages, one had been taken and replaced with a new note: "Why, yes it is! Thanks for the drink, bro! Jeffs FTW!"
- Want to follow Jeff on Twitter? So do we! It's too bad we made him up.
- Studies show that setting bear traps by your lunch reduces unwanted visitors.
Your Desk - 3:00 PM CST
Seriously, man? You’ve gotten this far and read this much fake news? Surely your boss is gone by now. Check the Boss Cam. Is he or she still there? If the coast is clear, you should click on the Webisodes or Games links on the top right of this page.
Your Desk - 3:30 PM CST
Achievement points keep video games interesting. Wouldn't it be nice if they happened in real life? Imagine unlocking achievements like "HEAD SHOT: +5 POINTS - You kept your mouth shut when the wind caught Bill's toupee!" or "EYE OPENER: +20 points - You didn't yawn once in the 2009 forecast review!"
Dallas, TX - 6:30 PM CST
The Dallas Police Department recently announced a 40% decrease in office-related assault over the past year. According to Officer Al Erter, it's all because ready-to-drink coffee products have shifted the focus off of the traditional community coffee pot. "Back in early '08, we were getting 5 – 10 break room brawl reports a day," Officer Erter explained. "Some of them got pretty nasty. Cuts. Bruises. Pulled hair. And it was always because someone didn't refill the pot after taking the last cup." Read More
Tulsa, OK - 4:27 PM CST
After extensive testing, certified Productivity Consultant Yanni Nomor has discovered a cure for yawn contagion. "It's simple science, really," explains Nomor. "A single yawn changes the air pressure in the surrounding 50 feet radius causing a shift in oxygen levels. Until now, we have been slaves to our primal instincts – restoring our oxygen levels with responsive yawns. But now we have a way to fight back." Nomor's secret potion? Starbucks Doubleshot® Energy+Coffee.
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New York, NY 5:45 PM CST
Artist Ray Gaffer is drawing a lot of attention with his exhibit A Day Without Starbucks on display at the IVANY museum. The 20-piece interactive experience highlights a chilling look at decaffeinated life. Click the thumbnails above to get a sneak preview of some of the featured pieces including Morning Wouldn’t, Shell Shock and Uno Doze Tres.
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