HR Has To Get Involved After Christmas Party When ‘White Elephant Gift’ Joke Doesn’t Land

Does anyone truly like an office white elephant gift exchange? First of all, no one really loves doing them. People participate to seem festive, but I don’t think I’ve ever heard anyone express disappointment when the gift exchange isn’t going to happen. Also, these days, you risk getting someone wrong and potentially causing an HR nightmare, which could jeopardize your job.

When an office worker spices up their Christmas party with a joke about the White Elephant Gift Exchange, hilarity ensues – but not without a twist. Misunderstood by a colleague, they find themselves explaining the humor to HR.

This Reddit story unfolds a mix of humor, misinterpretation, and a cautionary reminder that even the simplest jokes can have unexpected repercussions. It’s a comical yet eye-opening tale of office life and the complexities of workplace humor.


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Nate Armbruster

When he's not doomscrolling Twitter or writing for Pleated-Jeans, Nate Armbruster writes jokes—and then tells them on stage as a stand-up comedian, where he can watch audiences (hopefully) laugh in real-time.