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Killer Clown Office Pranks

Trend Hunter Pranked Its Employees First Thing in the Morning

— October 31, 2013 — Pop Culture
Office pranks are a fun way to celebrate Halloween, and Trend Hunter got right on it! As employees came in, one Trend Hunter disguised himself in a creepy clown mask and held up a plastic butcher knife as he waited behind the wall. When an employee passed the mark, he jumped out and we recorded their actions.

Some were terrified and others weren't phased, but the office prank became the talk of the day. It doesn't take much to scare someone out of their shoes as long as you go unexpected. We definitely caught the employees off guard. Who would expect a murderous clown to jump out of nowhere?

What made this prank even better was that no one gave word of it. Everyone played along making it unpredictable and all the more terrifying. Halloween is here and office pranks are a mischievous way to celebrate.

Trend Themes
1. Office Pranks - Opportunity for companies to inject fun and creativity into the workplace, fostering employee engagement and a positive company culture.
2. Halloween Celebrations - Growing trend of incorporating Halloween-themed activities in the workplace, promoting team bonding and boosting employee morale.
3. Unexpected Surprises - Increasing interest in surprising and unexpected experiences, creating opportunities for brands to delight and engage their audience.
Industry Implications
1. Corporate Events and Team Building - Disruptive innovation opportunity to develop unique, themed team-building activities that promote employee collaboration and communication.
2. Employee Engagement and Wellness - Opportunity for companies to incorporate fun activities and celebrations, such as office pranks, to boost employee morale and create a positive work environment.
3. Entertainment and Event Planning - Potential for event planning companies and entertainers to provide customized pranks and surprises for corporate events, enhancing the overall experience.
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