Job interviews can be nerve-wracking, but these Redditors discovered that a perfectly timed joke can leave a lasting impression, easing the tension and even leading to a job offer. One humorously claimed that his only weakness was job interviews, while another quipped that he’d work until the job was done — although, he added with a grin, he might die eventually.

Of course, not all jokes hit the mark, but like any skilled comedian, a bit of refining can help ensure their next punchline — and job offer — lands perfectly.