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There are a million reasons why your workday might take a turn for the worse, and if anyone can lift your spirits, it's your colleague.

After all, who better understands what it's like to use your outdated office software or put up with your equally outdated boss? You're in the same boat!

So, to give credit where credit is due, we put together a new list of the funniest coworkers we found on the internet. Thank you for making it all bearable!

Our professional relationships can be a blessing and a curse. "Coworkers shape so much of how we experience work—whether we feel supported, safe, and motivated, or stressed, isolated, and stuck," Keith Spencer, career expert at Resume Now—an online platform that provides useful tools and resources to job seekers—told Bored Panda.

"In our Career Gridlock Report, 60% of workers said they've stayed in a job longer than they wanted, often because of fears about change, but also because of dynamics that make them feel trapped."

Spencer said, "Toxic relationships at work, like being blamed for mistakes or left out of key information, can add to that sense of paralysis." Which is why it's so cool when there aren't any!

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    A Total Mad Lad I Used To Work With

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    Of course, tension can arise even in healthy environments. "Sometimes it’s personality differences—but more often, it’s about stress, unclear communication, and a work culture that rewards individual wins over team health," Spencer said.

    However, at a certain point, the negatives just begin to compound. "People may withhold information, shift blame, or even sabotage coworkers—26% admitted to blaming others for mistakes, according to our Dirty Moves Report. And when that kind of behavior becomes routine, frustration builds."

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    #5

    My Coworker Dropped A Part On His Foot And Broke A Toe, I Got Him A Care Package

    Funny coworkers stockpile candy bars and soda on a workbench.

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    6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In the navy the standard operating procedure for dealing with an injured crew mate is to treat them until they are no longer in danger and then tease the hell out of them.

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    #6

    Guys Helping With A Break-Up

    Humorous coworker suggests mac and cheese to cheer up a colleague after a breakup.

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    Keith Spencer of Resume Now also said, others might feel like they're contributing more to their team than their colleagues, which could create additional frustration.

    "Our Time-Wasting Report showed that 53% of workers admit to posting on social media during work hours, and 58% waste at least 30–60 minutes a day on non-work activities. That imbalance—where some feel like they’re carrying more than others—can easily create resentment and erode trust."

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    #10

    Peak Performance Is Realizing Every Day Can Be Your First Day If You Believe In Yourself Enough

    Coworker's humorous excuse: "Sorry, it's my first day!" used for two years, shared in a tweet with high engagement.

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    To improve your relationships with colleagues, Spencer suggests starting with empathy.

    "A little understanding goes a long way—especially when work is stressful. Open communication, giving credit where it’s due, and being transparent about what you need from others sets a better tone for collaboration," he explained.

    "Our data suggests withholding information, blaming others, and even sabotage are more common than most people want to admit—so building strong relationships isn't just a nice-to-have, it’s protection. Invest in trust. It makes work smoother, safer, and a lot more enjoyable for everyone involved."

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    #13

    Micheal Myers Nov. 1st When M**der Stops Paying The Bills. Me And My Coworkers In The Shop All Dressed Up As Myers Today

    Humorous coworker in a Michael Myers mask working in an auto repair shop setting, entertaining colleagues with funny antics.

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    Snazzy Smurf
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    6 days ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is hilarious. I will take this over clowns any day.

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    #15

    My Coworker Cut Her Hand Open Making Avocado Toast And Had To Get Stitches. Today, I Had This Ready In Her Office When She Came Into Work

    Funny coworkers display a sign showing 3 days without an avocado-related injury.

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    #16

    Coworker Went On Vacation For Three Weeks

    Cardboard office setup showing humorous coworkers' creativity.

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    xolitaire
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    6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is so much better than the tin foil version which can fry your computers

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    #17

    The Card My Coworkers Made Me After Being Hospitalized From Sepsis, Pyelonephritis, And Hydronephrosis Due To A Kidney Stone Causing A Complete Obstruction Of My Ureter

    Funny coworkers humor card with cute kidney illustrations saying "You Rock."

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    #18

    Put A “Caution Wet Floor” Sign Atop Of A Giant Floaty Mat. Swimmers & Colleagues Got A Kick Out Of It

    A yellow caution sign humorously floats on a swim lane in the pool.

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    #19

    I Work At A Vet Hospital. Just Left The Morning Crew A Little April Fool's Surprise

    Box with bunny-shaped candies, a note saying "These bunnies need homes," left at a closed door; a funny coworker prank.

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    #22

    My Coworker Makes Signs For The Service Desk With Rotating Topics

    A humorous note about an eclipse written on a transparent board by a witty coworker.

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    #24

    Not Everyone Can Handle Goodbyes

    Sticky notes with a humorous hamster drawing on a toilet, showcasing funny coworkers and their creativity.

    I work at a big box store and a new location opened up a few towns over. A lot of my coworkers transfered to that new location. Most said goodbye in person.

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    #25

    A Colleague Walked Into A Tree At Work And Gave Himself A Concussion. We've Started Calling Him George (Of The Jungle) And Thought He Might Find These Useful

    Pink signs on tree trunks in parking lot show coworkers' humor, reading "Watch Out!"

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    Chewie Baron
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    6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I once walked into a tree, and slightly dazed, I slapped it back. I then apologised.

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    #26

    My Coworker Puts His Coffee Creamer In Breast Milk Bags In The Common Fridge

    Humorous coworkers' fridge prank with a labeled breastmilk bag next to protein drinks.

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    sbj
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    6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Smart solution to a big problem in shared work fridges

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    #28

    Andrew

    Coworker's funny comment about speaking Japanese, jokingly called "speakin Naruto," shows off workplace humor.

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    MicrowaveGoddess
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    6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was speaking Marathi to my friends and this rando asked why I was speaking indian. it was funny though

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    #33

    My The Force Save Us From This Mad Office Worker

    Coworker humor post online about writing "May the 4th be with you" on work document, causing amusement and reactions.

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    Marianne
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    6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I that gets them into trouble, their talent is wasted where they are.

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    #35

    Mad Lad Tries To Start A Contest At My Work. Can You Help Make Him Regret It?

    Coworker's funny Chewbacca roar contest flyer with a $50 prize for best impersonation.

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    #39

    The Phantom Spoon Thief Strikes Again

    Humorous coworkers' note asking about a missing spoon with a printed image and plea for its return.

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    Babs McGurk
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    6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Keep your personal belongings in your desk, not in the communal area. Problem solved.

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    #41

    Pulled Into The Site This Morning And Saw This On My Coworker’s Truck

    Decal on red truck with humorous silhouette and "I'm Essential" text, highlighting funny coworkers.

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    #42

    Gifted This To My Coworker As A Joke, But He Hung It Up

    Side mirror with "dumber" humorously written instead of "closer," showing funny coworkers' creativity.

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    #43

    Wrapped My Boss's Office Up In Wrapping Paper

    Office prank with everything covered in orange wrap, showcasing a coworker's humor.

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    sbj
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    6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let's hope they see the funny side and doesn't think that you obviously have too much time on your hands and therefore increases your workload

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    #46

    Coworkers Didn't Want To Get The Ladder From The Car

    Two funny coworkers using one another for height to reach a high electrical panel in a utility room.

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    When Your Coworker Takes Friday Off

    Colorful prank in an office cubicle with photos of coworkers covering the walls and desk, showcasing humor at work.

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    Huddo's sister
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    6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This reminds me of covering my drama teacher's car with post-it notes with the word moist written on them on our last day of school.

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    #51

    Picture On My Colleague's Desk

    Framed photo of a giraffe with its mouth open, humorously displayed on an office desk.

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    Nuku Nyara
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    6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like an "epic side-eye" the giraffe edition 🤣🤣🤣

    #52

    Coworker Using My Echo Is Affecting My Spotify

    Funny coworkers' playlist showing DJ Kool and children's songs queuing.

    We have been wrestling for control for an hour and I have no way of contacting him to let him know. So I've added several children's songs to the queue so after every song he plays the next one will be a children's song.

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    #53

    Coworker Brought Little Crabs Back From His Trip To Japan, So Like A Sane Person, Instead Of Eating One, I Glued Some 3D Printed Legs Onto Him

    A crab shell with human-like legs on foam, showcasing a coworker's humor.

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    sbj
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    6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If they are for eating I want to know how they got them through customs

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    #54

    My Coworker Put These Up And Said It Defines Our Relationship. I’m The One On The Left

    Funny coworkers' meme photos on an office cubicle wall display humor at work.

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    #55

    I Wanted To Leave The Shop. Such Nice Coworkers

    Funny coworkers wrap a truck in plastic wrap with "Happy Birthday" written on it in a parking lot.

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    Peet
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    6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Was alone in Scotland for my 40th birthday and came home at around 00:30...only to find my bathroom floor covered in paper cups filled with wather, the sink was filled with plants and my bedroom filled with balloons...I just wanted to sleep 🙈😅

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    #56

    Today Was My Last Day At Work And This Is What I Got From My Colleagues. I Will Really Miss Them

    Rock in a gift box with a humorous note, showcasing funny coworkers and their humor at the office.

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    Nuku Nyara
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    6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is ot a rock? I've never heard the phrase "suck rocks" or "suck on a rock" I've only "suck on an egg" I actually had to look it up.

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    #57

    Madad Is Taking Back His Fart Throne

    Post about seeking humorous ways to increase flatulence at work for fun among coworkers.

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    Marianne
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    6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I finally see how Homer Simpson might really be suited for this position.

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    #58

    I Work At Trader Joe's And It Was My Coworker's Last Day, So The Mates Did This To Her Car

    Car covered with plastic wrap, flowers, and petals as a funny coworker prank, showcasing office humor.

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    #59

    Someone Is A Real Jokester At The Probation Office

    Funny coworker labeled hand sanitizer bottle with "PROBATION," showcasing office humor.

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    #60

    Coworker Brought In An Entire Milk Jug And Cereal Box To Make Cereal At Work

    A coworker humorously pours milk into a cereal bowl in the office.

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    ToGo
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    6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    BPs: Do you say "make cereal" or "have cereal" and where are you from?

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    #62

    A Good Friend And Coworker Of Mine Made A Plush Version Of Our Coach

    A knitted doll held in an office setting, showing a humor note reading “Pick! Pick! Pick!”.

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    #63

    My Coworkers Are Not Gonna Be Expecting A Thing! I've Been Plotting This For Months

    Funny coworkers set up donuts on a counter with hot sauce and mayo for a humorous prank.

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    Lost Panda
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    6 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A rule we had back in my younger years when it came to office pranks. Food, of all kind, was off limits.

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    #64

    My Coworker Sent This To Me. I Don't Know If There Are Any Police Force On Earth That Can Stop Him. Help, I'm Scared

    A laptop with a humorous message, showing the classic Windows XP wallpaper.

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