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Article created by: Eligijus Sinkunas

The daily grind can, on occasion, feel like a slightly dystopian screensaver stuck on repeat – emails, meetings, and the mystifying aroma of someone's microwaved lunch. The overhead lighting, the aggressively chilly air conditioning, the sheer overwhelming quantity of beige – it’s a setup that practically begs for a small rebellion of fun.

That's where these 23 glorious finds come in. We've scoured the internet for items designed to inject a bit of personality, humor, and maybe even a touch of much-needed chaos into your workspace. From quirky organizers to things that are just plain delightful, prepare to discover some treasures that'll help make your day at the office pass just a little bit faster.

Silver and blue crossbow pen on a gray desk, a unique desk accessory to make the 9-to-5 less blah workspace.

Review: "Extremely good price and extremely good bow it was made out of metal and very good. I very much recommend it." - Janet Aschenbrener

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    Your Headphones Can Now Perch Majestically Upon A Tiny, Adorable Feline Throne When They're Not Gracing Your Ears, Thanks To This Kitty Headphone Holder

    Orange cat-shaped desk accessory perched on a computer monitor, one of the desk items to make 9-to-5 less blah.

    Review: "Sticks well and it’s super cute and sturdy." - Christina Donahue

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    Mini UFO desk lamp with glowing beam illuminating a small cow figurine, a quirky addition to your desk setup.

    Review: "This was my coworkers “funny” gift in her bag this year and the whole office got a kick out of it! Very cute and well made." - Bailee Nester

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    Colorful pens with humorous phrases on a dark desk, perfect accessories to make your desk less blah and boost 9-to-5 vibes.

    Review: "They are heavier than expected. They write well and are comfortable to hold. The printing on them is clear and easy to read. I can now communicate my anger and frustration, just by lifting my pen." - Shannon Smith

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    Your Desk Is About To Become A Tiny, Mesmerizing Science Exhibit Every Time You Play Music, Thanks To This Mind-Bending Ferrofluid Speaker

    Wooden desk accessory with glowing blue liquid and floating black bubbles to brighten up a 9-to-5 workspace.

    Review: "This is the most mesmerizing desk accessory I’ve ever owned. The ferrofluid moves smoothly with the magnet and looks futuristic." - Zachary McManus

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    Compact blue mini paper shredder on wooden desk, ideal desk accessory to make the 9-to-5 less blah.

    Review: "This is a great product for shredding small paper notes. It’s sturdy and works very well." - Estefania

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    Keyboard shortcut sticker for Word and Excel on a laptop keyboard, a helpful desk accessory for 9-to-5 workspaces.

    Review: "Very helpful. When my mind is overwhelmed with work and I can't remember simple computer functions, this comes in so handy!!!" - Candice M Eaker

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    Turn Every Crumpled-Up Bad Idea Into A Potential Slam Dunk With This Trash Can Basketball Set

    Mini basketball hoop attached to trash can, a fun desk accessory to make the 9-to-5 less blah and boost office enjoyment.

    Review: "Purchased these for my son’s teacher for a party. The kids loved using these!" - Holly Greene

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    Make Diagnosing Your Current Office Mood (Or Your Own) Way More Fun By Checking If It's A 'Prison Mike' Kind Of Day Or A 'World's Best Boss' Vibe With This Michael Scott Mood Tracker Poster

    Mood chart featuring various facial expressions on a desk, one of the 23 things to make the 9-to-5 less blah.

    Review: "Bought this for my office and my coworkers love it! Definitely lightens the mood on rough days!" - Rich Green

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    Tin of sardine-shaped paper clips with two clips holding notebook pages, showcasing desk accessories for 9-to-5 workspaces.

    Review: "Perfect for my notebook and office needs. Very flexible and can hold a couple of pages. My tin came a bit damaged but not a big deal as I just had to bend it back in place. Looks like a real tin of sardines!🤣" - EG

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    Desk organizer shaped like a camper holding scissors and highlighters, perfect for making your desk less blah.

    Review: "This was a huge hit at the office holiday party gift exchange. I decided to leave it in the packaging and let the winner put it together. It was a fun little activity and it’s still on their desk!" - Devin

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    Desk setup featuring a digital number display and a take-a-number ticket dispenser for an organized workspace.

    Review: "This was a Great gift for boss that always has a line waiting to talk to them! Working digital now serving sign and small paper tickets in the dispenser!" - M. Miller

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    Colorful gel pens with cute cat toppers, perfect desk accessories to brighten your 9-to-5 workspace and boost creativity

    Review: "These pens are awesome! Not only are they cute, they write so nice without smearing." - Denise

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    For Those Moments When Your Email Inbox Is Testing Your Last Nerve, This Desktop Punching Bag Is A Much More Office-Appropriate Stress Reliever Than, Say, Interpretive Dance Screaming

    Small red and black desktop punching bag on a white desk, perfect for making the 9-to-5 less blah.

    Review: "Bought this for a coworker so we can punch it when the boss ticks us off and we have had so much fun with it!" - Lamia716

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    Monkey toy playing cymbals in a yellow boat, a fun desk accessory to make the 9-to-5 less blah workspace more lively.

    Review: "I mean look it at how could you not love this thing?! We were truly impressed with the solid build quality here. Everything works as advertised. And the detail is so great I had to get my camera out and take a picture of it. Would recommend for anyone looking to add a little more fun to their day!" - mike

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    Person filling out a workplace violation form at a desk with laptop, phone, watch, and pen, office essentials visible

    Review: "So glad a friend suggested these to me. So cool for a jokester like myself. Yes I'm the office buffoon. 🤣🤣🤣" - kirkland r.

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    Make Every Day Feel Like Burger O'clock, Even If It's Just Monday Morning, With This Rotating Wooden Hamburger Calendar

    Wooden desk accessory shaped like a hamburger with calendar features, ideal for making the 9-to-5 less blah.

    Review: "Super cute, very sturdy and easy to change dates. I love it!" - Colleen

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    Employee of the Moment certificate on desk, celebrating thankless tasks, perfect for making the 9-to-5 less blah at work.

    Review: "I've used these for a few years. The ability to thank an employee for the little things, builds confidence in staff and assures them that they are seen." - CMS

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    Your Desk Crumbs Are About To Meet Their Adorable, Tiny, And Surprisingly Effective Demise Thanks To This Desktop Henry Hoover

    Henry desk vacuum in packaging, a compact desk accessory to make the 9-to-5 less blah and tidy workspace.

    Review: "If you buy this, know it will NOT work like a real vacuum. It is an adorable mini shop vac that will only assist with cleaning up very small messes (pencil shavings, small crumbs, dust / dirt in or on your desk, etc.)." - Online shopper 2014

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    Frog-themed pen holders filled with colorful pens showcasing desk organization essentials to brighten a 9-to-5 workspace.

    Review: "Looks super cute on my desk at work product arrived intact and matches the rest of my frog decor on my desk." - jason

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    Two desk calendars featuring cats with humorous captions, adding fun things to make the 9-to-5 less blah.

    Review: "Purchased these for a Boss’s Day gift to a good friend that loves cats. She loves it and changes the picture every day she works in the office and it gives us a good laugh every time. They are pretty thick and sturdy pages, definitely worth the purchase!" - Katie D.

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    Two women smiling and working on a laptop with a red desk sign about spreadsheets, featuring desk accessories for 9-to-5.

    Review: "Exactly what I wanted to add some fun and humor to my desk at work. I highly recommend it, great gift idea, and perfect size." - Heather

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