Everyday Office Jargon · Intern level

"Happy Friday"

"Happy Friday" is a greeting used at the start of work emails or messages on Fridays, implying shared relief that the week is nearly over.

Say this instead: good morning

How "Happy Friday" shows up at work

The Monday of email openers, except somehow more passive-aggressive. It shows up in the subject line of emails that are never actually happy, usually sent by someone who needs something from you before end of day.

Buzzword

Happy Friday, everyone! Just a quick reminder that the budget deck is due today.

Plain English

Good morning, everyone. Just a quick reminder that the budget deck is due today.

Corporate Rank: Intern · Category: Everyday Office Jargon

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