We all are familiar with Dilbert cartoons, and even as a boss you probably think that a lot of the cartoons are pretty darn funny. After all, these cartoons are not making fun of you, right? But then again, when you start to see Dilbert strips tacked up on your employees’ cubicle walls, it is easy to start second-guessing this self-assuredness. Sure, it seems silly to be concerned about the effect that these cartoons might have on morale, but you also probably start to think about the fact that you have, after all, read articles that talked about how Dilbert cartoons create a negative environment. And so, you finally face the question yourself: Are these cartoons negatively affecting employee morale?
First off all, one must remember that humor and laughter is good for morale. Certainly, the fact that these strips caused your employees to laugh is a positive sign. But the issue, of course, is the fact that most of these laughs are induced by taking jabs at corporate culture. And it is difficult to keep your own self out of the specifics of this discussion when you see a cartoon on an employee’s wall that makes fun of the boss. But before you jump to conclusions and ban these cartoons from the walls of cubicles, consider whether the solution is so simple. After all, this would likely do nothing more than further the sometimes rampant view among employees in corporate America that the hierarchy is out of touch. Don’t just order that all comic strips be taken down from office walls; instead, you ought to take the time to look at these comic strips yourself. As the root of the humor in many of these strips is the jokes made about the way corporate culture is run, there is a chance – considering that your employees deemed the strips appropriate enough to be tacked up in their cubicle – that the problem has nothing to do with the comic strip itself. The problem might be a whole lot closer to home; perhaps the problem is with your company and the way it is run! While some might think it is trivial to turn Dilbert into a topic of serious discussion, many businesses have, in fact, banned these cartoons from cubicle walls. If you are wanting to improve morale around your office, do not alienate employees by acting in this manner; instead, take a look at the way your business is run, and aim to improve morale by improving your business! @@ADSENSE@@.Do Dilbert Cartoons Have Any Effect On Morale?
April 20, 2011 By
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Truely amazing and inspiring,
this to me comments on what i believe to be true perpetual motion and cause and effect. The simple fact that the kindness and joy one person, and even a young one at that, can bring, set in motion and pass on is truely amazing.
I am greatful for this little guy because of the effect [...]
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Were any arguments made by the military that women in combat — on the ground and in the trenches — were somehow bad for morale in that if a woman in unit were hit, all the men would go to her to help her up instead of shooting their guns or they would be so affected by seeing the [...]
if i was the head of the funeral home i would not hire him.. i would tell him not to listen to a stupid website and that you really dont seem fit for this if you cant even respect the deceased.
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hahaha I was there and it was amazing!!!!!!!!!! Udall was really flustered after this. You should have played it out for about 20 more seconds though to see that Udall didn't have the gall to respond.
I hate when people do that aswell. I don’t blame you. But yet there’s always one person on your list who will always do it –
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Oh i love Dilbert
hehehe, his statements are so very true!
One of my favorite Dilbert cartoons is like this:
1. The Problem.
[Dilbert]: We're so understaffed that the project is six weeks behind schedule.
2. The Analysis.
[boss]: I can't add people, I can't change the due date…. I can't ignore it.
3. The Result.
[Dilbert to his [...]
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by the music video it seems so…pentagram, mock of the last supper painting, goat head, etc. yeah looks like witchcraft satanist stuff to me..and trust me i know
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Void: ah, I see! I wouldn’t have gone back for it either.
About The Secret, you could definitely put it that way. Just like you and The Dilbert Future, I got a goal, too, keeping focused on what I learned. I’m working on another goal, but I have to say it ain’t easy, especially because it’s not at all second [...]
Hi again, well the comparisons are just eventual coz I the author, Scott Adams, was highly Inspired by his stint with the coropate world…I'd suggest the book, “Dilbert Principle”-Scott Adams (Im reading this one) or comics.com which mails you a Dilbert stirp daily…Just in case u keen on it that is…Otherwise, long time, no P (post)
…Ok bad one…~Ammo…
Look at it this way.
I haven't read them for many years, but I believe in the Dilbert cartoons, Catbert is evil and PHB is a poor manager.
They carry out actions which are detrimental to Dilbert's well being. Catbert creates horrible policies, PHB fails to provide leadership and good management.
With your statement, you are saying the solution to [...]
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