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Satisfactory Colleague Card displays a witty farewell message in a white starburst on a natural green background for departing coworkers.
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A Satisfactory Colleague Card shows the phrase You Have Been A Satisfactory Colleague inside a white starburst shape. The text uses a hand-drawn font that mocks corporate praise. This design makes someone smile at their own mediocre performance, and it is perfect for the coworker who just barely gets by.
Ships with a kraft envelope; envelope color in photo may vary.
What the design shows
White hand-lettered text sits centrally on a matte olive green background, enclosed by a rough, jagged outline resembling a comic book explosion. The word Satisfactory is the focal point, emphasizing the lack of enthusiasm in the message. The style mimics a quick doodle rather than professional graphic design, reinforcing the casual tone. This artwork belongs to the genre of workplace satire and farewell cards that rely on understatement rather than loud graphics.
Who it was made for
This Satisfactory Colleague Card is intended for the person who checks boxes but never raises their hand. They are the individual whose departure goes unnoticed by most but is acknowledged with dry wit by a few. The everyday moment occurs when you need to say something true without being mean, turning a standard exit into a shared laugh about office reality.
As a gift and every day
Sending this card marks the end of a tenure that was functional but forgettable. It works best as a humorous sign-off during a farewell lunch or when sliding it under a door. The natural green style ensures the message remains the star, offering a memorable way to close a chapter of basic professionalism.
- What does the phrase You Have Been A Satisfactory Colleague actually mean?
- It means the person met all basic requirements without ever exceeding expectations. The joke lies in using a positive word to describe a mundane existence. Instead of praising excellence, it highlights a career defined by doing just enough to avoid trouble. It is a polite way to say they were average.
- Who specifically receives this card best?
- It suits the quiet worker who avoids conflict and rarely makes headlines. If your coworker is reliable but unremarkable, this design captures their essence perfectly. It is not for the high achiever or the toxic boss, but for the steady presence who blends into the background of office life.
- When is the best time to give this as a gift?
- Give it during a low-key farewell gathering or when they pack up their desk. It fits moments where a formal speech feels too heavy but silence feels rude. Pairing it with a small token of appreciation balances the teasing words with genuine warmth for a departing team member.
- Premium 350 gsm cardstock
- Full-color print on demand (front)
- Folded 5 x 7 in (A7) card
- Blank inside for your own message
- Kraft envelope included
- Printed to order
- Paper weight: 350 g/m²
$3.95 flat shipping per order, free on orders of $25 or more. Cards are printed to order: 2–4 business days to print and pack, then 3–5 business days in transit (5–9 business days in total). We ship within the United States only.
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