Gen Z employee's hilarious 'out of office' email goes viral

In a humorous twist to the typical out-of-office reply, Joshua Kessel, a Gen Z employee, has taken the internet by storm with his innovative approach. Instead of the standard email notification, Kessel created a video for those attempting to contact him during his vacation.

This creative response has garnered significant attention, especially after Kessel shared it on TikTok, propelling it to viral status on platforms like X.

Employee's creative 'out of office' email

¡°If you¡¯re watching this, I¡¯m probably on a plane to Europe right now. Here are some answers to some frequently asked questions,¡± Kessel announces in the video. In a playful move, he completely skips over the first frequently asked question, which is: ¡°When will you be back?¡±

He continues, ¡°Two: if you¡¯re a recruiter, my personal email is¡­¡± and adds, ¡°And three: for urgent inquiries, send me an email and I¡¯ll look at it when I get back.¡±

LMFAOOOOOO

I need to do some nonsense like this pic.twitter.com/CP215a4AHB

¡ª The Impatient Tourist (@ImpatienTourist) July 17, 2024

The video has amassed 4.7 million views on X, where it has sparked a wave of amused reactions. One user commented, ¡°This must be someone working at those small fun companies. I doubt I¡¯d get away with this at my current corporate job.¡± Another user noted, ¡°Gen Z is so unserious I love it,¡± while a third remarked, ¡°Gen Z is next level.¡±

Gen Z employees wearing ¡®gross¡¯ pyjamas to office

In related news, a new trend among Gen Z employees in China is making headlines. According to reports, traditional office attire is being replaced with more comfortable and casual clothing.

The New York Post has highlighted this shift, noting that employees are showing up to work in sleepwear, sweatpants, and other casual outfits. This trend has gained traction on the Chinese social media platform Xiaohongshu, where numerous users share images of themselves in what are termed "gross outfits" at work.

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This movement is seen as a reaction against the intense work culture of previous generations. The New York Post reports that it signifies a preference among the younger workforce for a "more easygoing, uncomplicated life." Gen Z employees aim to demonstrate that their attire does not affect their work performance or capabilities.

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