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The Office

Around our office, we've been "enjoying" — if that's the right word — The Office, the BBC's darkly comical take on life in a typical business setting. It's full of uncomfortable moments, like this communications "gem" from David Brent, branch manager, discussing impending layoffs:
There’s good news and bad news. The bad news is Neil will be taking over both branches, and some of you will lose your jobs… On a more positive note, the good news is I’ve been promoted — so every cloud… You’re still thinking about the bad news aren’t you?

Posted by Matt Madsen on April 6, 2004 05:39 PM |

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