April Fools Day is no joke in this down economy.
A survey of 500 advertising and marketing executives finds office pranks are now out of place.
That's according to two-thirds of those asked.
Donna Farrugia, of The Creative Group, says it's not a good time to be perceived as a time waster.
And forget making a gag about quitting.
Farrugia adds your boss just might accept your joke "resignation."