Friday, September 5, 2008

Corporate Humbug

Just got this email from my company's Human Resources. (Various identifiers removed.)

Be Mindful of Year-End Spending

With the holidays approaching, we want to remind you to continue to be mindful of spending, especially when considering year-end recognition events, as well as holiday celebrations.

While we encourage these occasions that positively impact employee morale, Procedure [blah] (enclosed) [sic - it wasn't actually enclosed] states that event planning should reflect sound judgment, moderation and a commitment to minimize the appearance of extravagance, despite financial resources that may be more readily available within particular business groups.

Please note that [Procedure Blah] provides guidance on things to consider when planning this type of celebration to ensure a sense of fairness across the sector and avoid any appearance of impropriety. If questions of "appropriateness" surface regarding elements of recognition or holiday event planning, please contact your group HR business leader for guidance.

Thank you for your continued commitment and support.


...Wow. HR has really outdone themselves with this one! A reminder that we need to start planning the annual winter office "party" combined with an admonishment not to do anything that might actually be fun!

*snort*

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