# Evil Coworker Guides This Infographic Depicts Examples of Supervillain Coworkers By Ady Floyd | Published 2015-08-18 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supervillian References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/378891/Infographic-Five-Supervillains-To-Look-Out-For-At-Work/) & [blog.taskworld](http://blog.taskworld.com/5-supervillains-look-work/) TaskWorld created this humorous infographic that features [supervillain coworkers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saint-mxxxxxx) that employees might see around the office. While the inforgaphic is designed as a playful way to encourage [positive coworker relationships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monday-platform), it also boasts a funny undertone. The inforgaphic features five well-known supervillains such as The Joker, Magneto and Lex Luther. Each illustrated villain is paired with a coy description of the possible antics they might cause at the office. For example, The Joker is seen placing a stack of papers on a desk that say "due at 12:00" while the clock in the background reads 11:59. The short blurbs state that The Joker enjoys a crude sense of humor and will set "you up with inane, impossible tasks and then give you a ridiculous deadline." The inforgraphic might ring true when it comes to sharing an office with rude coworkers but its ultimate goal also encourages a [sense of humor in the workplace](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adobe-acrobat). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Humor](https://www.trendhunter.com/humor) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Humorous Workplace Culture:** Creating a workplace culture that incorporates humor can improve employee morale and foster creativity. - **Managing Difficult Coworkers:** Developing strategies and techniques to effectively deal with difficult coworkers can lead to a more harmonious work environment. - **Building Positive Team Relationships:** Investing in team building activities and promoting positive interactions can strengthen relationships among coworkers and improve productivity. ### Where This Applies - **Human Resources:** Human Resources professionals can create programs and initiatives that promote humor and teamwork in the workplace. - **Management Consulting:** Management consultants can offer training and guidance on effective communication strategies to address difficult coworker situations. - **Corporate Training:** Corporate trainers can develop workshops and seminars focused on building positive team relationships and fostering a positive work culture. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Slacking Support Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/office-slacker.md) - [Creative Frustration Outlets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/punch-your-client.md) - [Imaginative Fantasy-Inspired Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canva-spotlights.md) - [Humorous Macabre Office Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffin-office-chair.md) - [Rewarding Quest-Like Work Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/questmate-app.md) - [Witty Toy-Brand Horror Posters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horror-poster.md) - [Korean Game-Inspired Desk Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playful-desk-accessories.md) - [Villainous Comic Character Makeup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revolution-beauty-x-dc-supervillains-collection.md) - [Workplace Org Charts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linky.md)