Wednesday, May 7, 2025

“I do desire that we may be better strangers.”
– Shakespeare, As You Like It, Act 3, Scene 2 –

The Bard may not be your first choice for workplace repartee yet his brilliance extended beyond romance and tragedy into the art of the perfectly crafted insult. Shakespeare created everything from snide remarks to epic clapbacks, including gems like “Away, you three-inch fool” that demonstrate his mastery of language even when being deliberately offensive. His clever put-downs remind us that wit can be as powerful as wisdom when communicating difficult truths. To elevate your work spats, Check out 53 Shakespearean Insults That Still Sting Today.

Stay safe. Stay healthy. Be strong. Lead well.

Chad