10 Animals That Look Like People You Work With

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By Amy Haywood

published 15 July 2014

in News

The Fretful Underling

They hear their name whispered and are instantly paranoid.

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The 'Keep Your Head Down' Co-Worker

This person is afraid of the copy machine and is convinced it requires a blood sacrifice before operating it properly.

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The Office Whisperer

They are really likeable so you want to open up and tell them you're secrets. You're not special; they are like this with everyone. Sorry Becky, but Patricia knows what those birthday shots made you do… now so does the entire office.

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The "O.M.G. Why Did I Do That" Worker

They rage outside of work and are constantly hungover. They are creative in the fact that anything can be transformed into a headrest.

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The Office Friend

She pops by to see what you're doing, asks about your weekend, and wants to vent.

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The Boss

Your sphincter immediately tightens when she simply appears in the hallway.

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The Overly Confident Co-worker Who Is Really Just Average

Contrary to popular belief, this employee does not poop roses.

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The Completely Unaware Coworker

They are never sure of their daily tasks, general surroundings, and usually prefer to stick with the pack rather than venture out on their own. This may result in a lack of social skills, which includes: staring at a computer screen for hours, too close-for-comfort "talking," and spitting off completely invaluable information.