Accidents Quote by Milton Berle
“A young man fills out an application for a job and does well until he gets to the last question, "Who Should we notify in case of an accident?" He mulls it over and then writes, "Anybody in sight!"”
About This Quote
A job applicant humorously answers an emergency contact question with a vague, noncommittal reply.
In simple terms: He writes "Anybody in sight!" as a joke.
Key Takeaway
Avoid vague answers in formal applications.
Themes
humor
employment
communication
Mood
lighthearted
casual
Type
anecdotal
humorous
When to use this quote
- job applications
- HR forms
- interview preparation
Key Concepts
risk management
professionalism
Questions to Reflect On
- How might this affect a hiring manager’s perception?
- What is a better way to answer?
A Different Perspective
Such jokes can be misinterpreted as careless.
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