German Company Bans Complaining
I am not making this up!
A German company has actually banned complaining in the office. Employees can be dismissed -- sacked -- fired -- if they are caught whining! Two employees have already been fired.
I always knew Europe had too many rules and regulations. Usually I think of it as too much government bureaucracy. But this office ban is getting ridiculous. They even have their own "be happy" website. Well, at least this is a private enterprise. But can you imagine the government doing this? "Be happy or we will fine you!" is a thought that springs to mind. Sheesh!
I just hope nobody bans grad students from complaining. If that ever happens, I will be forced to close this blog!
This entire news story also reminds me of an old joke: if office morale is bad, post a sign that proclaims:
"Floggings will continue until morale improves."