Company Awards “Most Sick Leaves” & “Best Sleeper” at Annual Dinner

Unconventional Office Awards Go Viral After Gala Dinner

Annual company dinners are a time to honour outstanding employees and celebrate shared achievements — but one Malaysian company went viral for taking a less-than-traditional approach.

During its 2025 Appreciation Gala Dinner, the company surprised attendees by handing out trophies for categories such as “Most Sick Leaves” and “Best Sleeper at Work.”

The awards were presented on stage in front of fellow colleagues, with laughter and cheers from the crowd.

Ceremony Styled Like a Real Awards Show

In a video shared by X user @kamaghul, the event was conducted with flair — complete with nominee lists projected on a big screen and a suspenseful announcement before each winner was revealed, mimicking prestigious award shows like ABPH (Anugerah Bintang Popular Berita Harian).

Both award recipients were invited on stage to receive their trophies from management, followed by photo ops and roaring applause.

One particularly viral moment came when the host joked that the “Most Sick Leaves” recipient had 365 MCs in a single year — a clear exaggeration, but one that got the crowd laughing.

Netizens Split: Funny or Inappropriate?

While many social media users found the awards humorous and relatable, especially those who’ve worked in corporate settings, others expressed concern over the message being sent.

“If I worked there, I’d win ‘Best Scroller’ for sure,” one user joked.

“I’d dominate the ‘Office Snacking Champion’ category,” another added.

However, more serious viewers saw the gesture as a potential warning masked in humour.

“They’re probably trying to publicly shame underperformers without outright firing them,” one comment read.

“It’s all fun and games until HR uses these awards as justification during layoffs.”

Are These Awards Harmful or Harmless Fun?

Experts say that while humour in the workplace can boost morale, recognising negative behaviours — even in jest — may backfire if not handled sensitively.

Labelling someone as a poor performer in public, even jokingly, could undermine trust or lead to embarrassment. Some employees might interpret the awards as light-hearted bonding, but others may feel targeted or judged unfairly, especially in rigid corporate cultures.

Still, Many Appreciated the Company’s Creativity

Despite the criticism, the viral video has attracted attention for its unique, creative spin on employee engagement. In a world where corporate events can feel stale or overly formal, this gala dinner certainly left a lasting impression — for better or worse.

Source: X

https://x.com/kamaghul/status/1936783947297636784

By Tarziman — 25/06/2025, 02:53 PM