13 out of office messages you probably shouldn't use
The 'best' unsuitable messages
We thought we'd gather together some of the 'best', or perhaps most unsuitable out of office messages we've seen around. They range from the quirky to the almost rude messages, so we don't suggest you use any of them for your Out of Office message, but they're worth a read...
1. Cash Register win?!
On annual leave, hope to win Cash Register and never return.
2. Feel like you're being ignored?
I'm not out of the office. I'm ignoring you
3. Out for lunch
I am away at lunch. You should consider trying it. P.S. – This is not an invitation.
4. Brain surgery
Sorry to have missed you, but I am at the doctor's having my brain removed so that I may be promoted to management
5. Got your number?
I have a mobile phone, but I will not be giving the number to you. If you can guess the number, I will take your call
6. Swamped with work
I am currently in the office but swamped with work. This work was probably due to something you've already requested. If you are sending me another request, go ahead and recall your email.
7. Pay per word...
Thank you for your email. Your credit card has been charged £5 for the first ten words, and £1 for each additional word in your message.
8. Server error
The email server is unable to verify your server connection and is unable to deliver this message. Please restart your computer and try sending again.
9. On holiday
I am on holiday. Your email has been deleted.
10. No desk
I'm away from my desk at the moment. My cubicle and computer are still here, but someone took my desk. I've gone off to look for it.
11. Job interview
I am currently out at a job interview and will reply to you if I fail to get the position.
12. Joined the circus
I've run away to join a different circus.
13. Away
On a beach, no laptop, no phone. Back date.
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