When we do business, we normally want to post signs, announcements or advertisements. I urge you all to revise your announcements, advertisements or signs to make sure that they communicate effectively. The following is a list of some funny signs that may not be effectively communicate the intended message:
In a Tokyo shop:
"Our nylons cost more than common, but you'll find they are
best in the long run."
"Our nylons cost more than common, but you'll find they are
best in the long run."
In a hotel in Athens:
"Visitors are expected to complain at the office between the hours
of 9 and 11 A.M. daily."
In a Hong Kong supermarket:
"For your convenience, we recommend courageous, efficient self-service."
"Visitors are expected to complain at the office between the hours
of 9 and 11 A.M. daily."
In a Hong Kong supermarket:
"For your convenience, we recommend courageous, efficient self-service."
In a Rome laundry:
"Ladies, leave your clothes here and spend the afternoon having
a good time."
"Ladies, leave your clothes here and spend the afternoon having
a good time."
In the office of a Roman doctor:
"Specialist in women and other diseases."
"Specialist in women and other diseases."
In an East African newspaper:
"A new swimming pool is rapidly taking shape since the contractors
have thrown in the bulk of their workers."
"A new swimming pool is rapidly taking shape since the contractors
have thrown in the bulk of their workers."
In a loan company window:
"Now you can borrow enough money to get completely out of debt."
"Now you can borrow enough money to get completely out of debt."
All signs above courtesy of Digitaldreamdoor.com