Over the last few years, working from home has become a new normal for so many, but it comes with its own unique challenges. Some are innocent and funny, some are annoying, but all are worthy of a joke.
So, we've gathered the most relatable memes about remote work to help you find the humor in your daily grind. Whether you're dealing with endless video calls, juggling distractions, or haven't even seen your teammates, this list is a reminder that you're not the only one. Hopefully, it'll allow you to survive until the weekend!
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New Work From Home Supervisor
"I'll have you a visit from HR for saying that!" (Hairball Retch) 😸
Load More Replies...This Is My Boyfriends Office He Works Out Of From Home. Here Are All Of The Socks She Brought Up From The Basement To The Third Floor For Him Today
Laundry un-helper. Those socks look like they hadn't made it into the washing machine yet.
Load More Replies...She's so happy he's working from home, she's bringing him presents, all of his dirty socks
"Remote work isn't just a passing trend. It has reshaped what employees expect from their workplaces and how companies can best support their teams," Jasmine Escalera, career expert at MyPerfectResume, a platform that provides useful tools and expert advice for job seekers, told Bored Panda.
According to a survey conducted by MyPerfectResume, 45% of workers say they prefer fully remote roles, and another 33% favor a hybrid model, while only 22% want to work on-site.
"This preference," Escalera said, "is about more than just convenience in location. It is directly tied to well-being, work-life balance, and even performance. For example, the same MyPerfectResume survey found that 39% of employees report being most productive when working remotely. Eliminating commutes and allowing employees to customize their workspace and schedule for maximum comfort and focus clearly leads not only to increased productivity but also to higher-quality work."
I Am Being Guilt Tripped Because I Cannot Play And Need To Work From Home. This Is High Level Manipulation
Dude...jobs come and go! Play with that sweet thing! Worry about rent and stuff later! 🤣🤣
I was on a call and worked late today. Was my cat ever mad! He scolded me and then pretended to chew on the plants to get my attention.
Working From Home... With A Kitten
For some reason my kittens decide they suddenly HAVE to poop whenever I'm on a work call. Their litter box is in the bathroom in my office so I usually clean it up right away to avoid the smell. But in the middle of a meeting I can't just jump up to scoop poop. So I'm stuck with the stink until the meeting is over. 😫
I wish they could stay this smol and cute for longer than just a couple of months....
Attempting To Work From Home, But There's This One Lazy Coworker
Plot twist, the lazy coworker is the one wearing the Doctor Strange shirt.
Obviously. You can see how pissed the actual hard-working teammate is for this wrongful accusation.
Load More Replies..."I swear, he calls me lazy one more time, I'm gonna slap them glasses off his face! "
But no arrangement is perfect. "Some of the biggest challenges remote workers face include feeling a lack of connection, having trouble standing out, and finding opportunities for growth and advancement," the career expert said.
"Without the daily in-person interactions of an office, many remote workers struggle with feelings of isolation and a sense of disconnection from colleagues, which can negatively impact their morale and mental health. Additionally, gaining recognition and visibility can be difficult when working remotely."
I Work From Home And My Golden Comes In My Office Everyday Around Noon To Remind Me That Its Time For A Lunch Break
Hope she comes back in 10min and reminds you it coffee break time
My cat comes in every day between 2pm-3pm for the same reason. I could set a clock to her consistent schedule
Our dog lets my wife know that it's bedtime and also time for a cookie. Think the cookie is more important.
Just Relocated From Atlanta To Colorado. This Is My New Work From Home Setup
The only thing I'd get done there is finding a cool stick or a couple of cool sticks.
Load More Replies...I live in Atlanta and it's horrible. The traffic is bad at all times. No breaks.
Grew up in Georgia and lived for a time in Atlanta. You need to check out the state parks website. The mountains are not as steeped and craggy as CO but they're gorgeous in the northeastern area and the same place as connecting states.
Load More Replies...Got A Kitten Just This Week. Now I Understand Why People With Cats Complain They Can't Do Much Work From Home
Yeah my Sally Mae has written many crazy stories on my computer...of course they are impossible to decode so the world may never read them but still...she has also sent messages to people from my phone a time or 2! 🤣
Get a kitten-appropriate box, and put it beside the keyboard to act as a decoy. If necessary, put some papers in it, or your phone, and kitty will think it's an important place to be.
Back when I was fostering I woke up to my computer completely locked out because lilac had been sitting on it all night and had apparently attempted my password too many times. 😺
Wfh Mom's Gotta Do What A Wfh Mom's Gotta Do
Are you on fire, bleeding, dying or all three? No: GO AWAY Yes: Stay OUTSIDE the room while you are doing and congratulations on FINALLY getting something done.
Escalera said many remote workers would like to be noticed more by their managers and, in turn, considered for promotions. Falling short in this area can lead to feelings of being undervalued and overlooked.
"Career development can also be complex, with remote employees often having less access to mentorship, skill-building opportunities, and direct feedback, making professional growth feel impossible," she explained.
He Was Like "Whattt? Ah Ok. At Least He's Cute"
When You Step Away From A Zoom Meeting And Leave Your Camera On
Kinda looks like he/she took command! Everyone seems as tho they are listening closely!
There's no way I'd be looking as grumpy as those workers if there were a cute doggo in the meeting.
My daughter works from home, and a few months ago she was telling me about a new co-worker who apparently thought he was no longer on camera, so he left his chair to go to the restroom, which was directly behind his computer chair. He left the door open, and dropped his pants to pee. She said "I SAW HIS WHOLE A*S!!!," and she was not happy about it.
Working From Home Has Just Gotten Increasingly More Difficult
The Challenges Of Working From Home. Tater Decides He Has A Better Use For My Mouse Arm
askin all the right questions. this is information we need to know
Load More Replies...My cat perches on my mouse arm. And my dog likes to stand (not sit) on my lap. Then she will go hump her dog bed.
This is why I have type one handed whilst at the computer. The other arm is occupied.
"To overcome these challenges, remote workers can be more proactive about connecting with colleagues through regular check-ins and virtual team events. It is also important for remote workers to ensure they are sharing their achievements by updating their managers regularly," the career expert suggested.
"This helps boost visibility and showcases a remote worker's value to their team and company. Remote employees can also request that their company support their professional development through online courses or mentorship opportunities, ensuring they stay current in their careers. Taking these steps can help remote employees stay engaged, recognized, and on a path to continued growth, regardless of their location."
My Sister Works For FedEx. These Are Her New Co-Worker While She’s Working Remote
They thought you said FETCH...not FEDEX! They are gonna be mad when they figure out it was all a lie! Lol
I Made My Cat A Work From Home Set Up
I have a poster similar to that but the cat is hanging onto a rope and it says "OH SHÌT" 🤣
Load More Replies...The cat looks like he's saying, "Do you really expect me to work, Sharon? Do you?"
Dog Food Doesnt Grow On Trees
“If we bark we’ll get attention you say? Buster, I have what I think might be an idea!”
They appear to be listening intently! I wonder how much they will retain and how long it will take before they are barking while Mom's on her phone!
Still, a recent survey from MyPerfectResume shows that an overwhelming majority (68%) of employees believe flexible work options improve their mental health.
"This is significant because better mental health leads to less burnout, greater job satisfaction, and a more positive workplace culture overall," Escalera said.
Terrifying
The GF Thought She Could Work From Home Today
There is something magnetic about keyboards that just sucks the cats in and keeps them there!
How To Appear Online While Working From Home
And then you all b***h and moan when people say "WFH is just slacking off"
This! I met someone a couple of years ago who told me that Covid was the best thing that could have happened to them, because due to WFH they basically only have to get up, set their computer up like the above (maybe by software, don't remember), and then go back to bed. And then on the other hand, I already feel guilty when I go to the basement during work time to put some laundry in the washer...
Load More Replies...I've got a thing that plugs in to a USB port that you put the mouse on top of. It has a little wheel that spins and moves the mouse.
Load More Replies...Place your mouse on a watch that has a ticking seconds arm. Even easier. Edit: I explain this trick for the micromanaged to fight back. My husband was watched often, requiring the mouse ticker. He would get calls if he spent 5 min away. God bless the man that needs--or wants--a bathroom break of 6 minutes.
My Company Is Sending Work From Home Employees New Laptops. I Somehow Ended Up With All Of Them
This happened at my job. They expected the person to deliver them to everyone. I'm glad they are shut down.
Another MyPerfectResume report found that 79% of employees feel detached from their work. Because of this:
- 47% want better work-life balance or flexibility;
- 45% ask for increased pay or benefits;
- 44% seek clearer communication and direction from leadership;
- 34% want more recognition for their contributions;
- 28% prioritize career growth opportunities.
So ultimately, it's not just the remote workers whom the companies should strive to retain, but all of us.
"When employees feel supported and are given the opportunity to balance their work and personal lives, they are more engaged, productive, and motivated," Escalera said.
My Roommates Zoom Meeting Attire
100% appropriate! Just don't accidentally stand up during the meeting...nobody wants an uninvited "little dave" joining the meeting! 🤣🤣
hehehehhe I named mine Giovanni before kids, my son tried to name his fish Giovanni and my wife couldnt stop laughing
Load More Replies...I don't even wear a bra during my meetings. You can only see me from the shoulders up. 😁
But within arm's reach, for when the meeting is so obnoxious that OP has to feign "camera problems, but I can still hear you"
Load More Replies...Been there! Although I had to jump up to rescue a cat and everyone on the call saw my Cookie Monster pajama bottoms. Lol
Working From Home Certainly Has Some Perks
Has this photo been stretched, or is that computer monitor like massive?
Yeah, the wide-angle lens has distorted it a lot. Look at the keyboard for a relative scale.
Load More Replies...Considering some of the lunches I have smelled and some of the personalities I have to deal with, I would still be happier sitting downwind from this view.
Load More Replies...Google Meet Meetings Anyone
A call that lasts an hour? Usually takes between 30s - 5min XD
That's not necessarily the length of the call. That's usually the length of my attention span.
Load More Replies...My Wife Doesn't Know I'm Working From Home Today. This Is My Wife, Working On Her Novel. Expected Release Date: 2052
... there is a LOT of 'percolating' necessary when writing longer pieces. I'm sure she's just percolating ...
If It Not For Sits, Why It Made Of Warm?
I like the idea I've seen some people do and get like a decoy computer for kitty to sit
Shout out to my cat, who curls/loafs next to my computer while I'm working on it. She takes a first step onto the board, I tell her no and push her backwards a step or two. She curls up next to the laptop. Guess I got lucky, mine doesn't do literally a single "pesty" thing cats get called on. No begging. No 3 am zoomies. No food theft. No vandalism. No sneak attacks. She's just there. And chill. All the time. Nice job Fry!!
The Joys Of Working From Home
That's Not Stalking, That's Supervision
Not being stalked, that is your remote supervisor checking up on you.
Productivity Increases 60%
Remote Work Is The Best Work. Finishing The Week In A Rooftop Tent Overlooking The Pacific Ocean
Hopefully since it's rooftop they can access their own wifi.
Load More Replies...You're blocking the laptop on the left's heat vents by putting it on a surface like that. It's going to over heat and shut down. Seen it happen. Solid surfaces only.
Load More Replies...Keeping Zoom Meetings Fun!
I have never and will never - EVER - imagine my boss naked for any reason whatsoever.
Load More Replies...On Google Meet, if your colleages speak non-English, turn on captions. Thank me later
Built New Computer Rig Just Before Covid Hit, I Love Working From Home
Looks comfy but is actually a pretty bad posture for extended work hours
Depends upon what is unseen and unknown to us (injuries, chronic pain, etc.)
Load More Replies...Hmmmm . . . . .built booby babe at home all day and skimpily dressed . . . . . . .time to test that concentration and focus . . . . .
I know I've completely missed the point...but does that pupper only have one eye? So cute.
I Am Pure Goblin When I'm At Home
Well that's just GREAT! the next 2 or 3 days there will be NOTHING ELSE IN MY HEAD! 🤣🤣🤣 love it tho! Thx!
Load More Replies...Pretending To Be A Sophisticated, Tea-Drinking Adult While In A Zoom Meeting, When Really
make sure not to forget to have a spoon, and occasionally stir the MM tea!
Why do you chew your tea? Alternatively, that chewy-crunchy tea looks appetizing on camera.
I Am A Remote Worker. I Chose This Desk To Work From Today
I wish I could do this, but I work with big data models and I need a lot of bandwidth. I can't really work on anything less than 30 mbps.
I saw a guy working at our park. He had a hotspot provided by his phone and a desktop
Yeah, remote work around the country was fun until I couldn't get a signal to hit a critical deadline...
The Reality Of Trying To Work From Home
Someone Is Always Watching
Cats supervising to make sure you are making that "tuna money"!
Got This Letter In The Mail Today. What Do?
I own my own home, and I have three cats (plus two new babies I found outside). Two of them love to sit in the window when it’s nice out. They do nothing but sleep. We keep the windows open as we don’t have AC yet.
So this neighbor believes YOU are in charge?! Well bless her heart she doesn't realize that cats control US not the other way around! 🤣🤣
Hi neighbor. Here is a list of places to help you train your dogs: www.google.com. Thank you and kindly f*ck off.
Honestly, her dog is barking at your cats. You didn't make the dog bark. This is a 'not my problem' situation, and SHE needs to take care of her dog's barking.
But they signed with a K, so maybe... Karon?
Load More Replies...The cats are in their own home and can look out the window if they want to; this neighbour should train his dogs. Or call Cesar Millan, who will solve the problem in minutes.
Vitamin D Efficiency
Apparently sunscreen is bad for you now, which means I'm doomed. If I'm in the sun for an hour in the summer I am guaranteed to get burned. And I don't even tan afterwards.
Load More Replies...I didn't know a "face down tanning chair" was a thing, but now I want one! Not for tanning, just for chilling.
Guy Makes Background Serving Himself Tea For His Next Video Conference Meeting
Makes me think of that edited pic that looks like Obama giving himself a medal (which makes more sense nowadays than what the real photo was)
Dream Job, Dream Life
Why do I feel this is going to be followed by a promotion for a dodgy MLM or crypto scam?
Even more probably some coaching for wannabe entrepreneurs.
Load More Replies...How in the world could you concentrate on any kind of work?
My Son Discovered That I'm Not Really At Work, But Am Working From Home
When You’re Working From Home And You Hit Video Instead Of Audio
Google Street View Captured One Of Montreal's Finest Remote Workers
Working From Home So Much, I Put A Plaque On It
It's a tall order, but the Artiodactyla is up for the job.
Load More Replies...My Favorite Thing About My New Zoom Virtual Background Is That It Triples My Productivity In Meetings
Today One Of My 4th Grade Students Renamed Himself "Reconecting ..." On Our Zoom Call And Pretended That He Was Having Internet Issues To Avoid Participating In Our Lesson
Having Fun With Zoom Backgrounds
Not everyone hates Ellen, but those that do act like she ate a kitten on TV.
Load More Replies...The bottom guy on the left has six fingers on his hand
Load More Replies...Working From Home. Girlfriend Thought She Would Prank Me. Spend Over An Hour Searching On The Net For Solutions To While My Mouse Didn’t Work
If my mouse stops working for any reason, the FIRST thing I do is turn it upside down and look at the bottom. An hour.
I use a razor gaming mouse for work. I actually have one for my laptop and one for my desktop. They are superior to regular mice even for mundane normal work stuff. Lol :-)
Load More Replies...Your Work From Home Friend On A Thursday Morning
The Most Comfortable Office Is The Bed
Steam Deck Arrived But I’m At Work. Wife Works From Home
Can't wait to see what's next. Finishing 6 beers and puking in the toilet?
I Work From Home, So My Dad Wanted Me To Sign For His Package. Found This Sign Outside Our Door After I Signed. For The Record, I Am Not Disabled
Missed Opportunity For An Orange Jumpsuit Filter
Just Started Working From Home. My 7yo Is Brutal
I hope this family have a culture of banter, because if that is out of the blue that's just rude and not nice.
as someone whos mom is a teacher and has bean to the elementary school many times to help out and grade homework, yes it is
Load More Replies...I Work From Home
My 5-year-old regularly requests the iPad to play with first thing in the morning. I usually tell her to wait until after breakfast. I went to the bathroom. Came back to my computer and found this bribe waiting for me at my desk. It was 8:30 am. I was tempted, but refrained.
I Was Told I Need To Look Into The Camera More On Zoom Calls. Here's How I Help Make That Happen
Told My Boss “I’ll Be Working Remote Today.” Her: “Oh, Working From Home?” Me: “Welllll… Actually, Yes. I Am Indeed At Home”
If You Get Bored Working From Home Like I Do And Want To Work At Night, Restaurant Bars Are Great In The Early Part Of The Week
They Are Quiet, Have WiFi And Are A Great Way To Get Out Of The Rut We're Alcohol Free Right Now So Enjoying A Nice Espresso Tonic While Working.
I work from a cafe up the block a bit. Great around lunch time, as it's kind of slow for them, and pretty quite.
Today’s Lunch And Why Working From Home Is A Luxury
Remoted Into A Co-Workers Computer To Fix An Error And They Had The Best Recurring Reminder I've Seen Yet
Fridays + Remote Work = The Perfect Combo
Working From Home Means You’re Not Using The Dedicated Space You Invested In, But Instead Working From Your Kitchen Table
"What time do you get off today?" "Any minute now"
Load More Replies...I only ever work from my home office. Maybe I'm doing it wrong?
MBP, kitchen table, izipizi glasses ... looks like my setup :-) (The Lube and Bananas are different. though)
Working From Home With A Sick Kid Today… Send Help
Did the kid do that? If he did, guess what? Sick or not sick, between trips to throw up, he's cleaning all of that up. If you both did that, get down there with him and clean it up. Your wife/gf is coming home soon, and SHE's not cleaning that up
The Last Name Of One Of My Coworkers Is Travieso And Google Meet Translated It As This
Working From Home Is All Good, Looking All Crusty And Stuff Until They Say “Camera’s On Please”
Working From Home And This Bottle Of Makers Mark Is Talking To Me Like The Green Goblin Mask
Supposed To Be “Working From Home” But I Ended Up Spending An Hour Making This Thing This Morning Hahahaha
Working From… Home?
Writing JavaScript on VS Code, while at a climbing gym. Front-end developer achievement unlocked
Ah Yes, First Day Working From Home
How To Keep Teams “Available” Status While You’re Taking A 15-Minute Nap
For $4 USD you can buy a mouse jiggler on Amazon. just plug it into your USB port and it will move your mouse every so slightly every 30 seconds. It doesn't interfere with your work so you never have to unplug it.
Im glad they all appreciate WFH I’d love to do it myself but as I’m a chef I’m not sure how well it would go 👩🏼🍳
I had the spectacular timing to be undergoing chemo (ok now) during Covid lockdown. Supervisor insisted all cameras be on during our staff-wide meeting. No exceptions. I have no shame, so all my coworkers got to see me rocking my Uncle Fester look. Brought the whole meeting to a standstill when I logged on. :)
Wish I was working from home today. Today is my in office day which is so much driving :(
When I was a field engineer and when I was in sales, I worked from home when not travelling. No view, but my parrot was my assistant. When I was on the road, I would try to find good places to work when I had to get stuff done (outside the time on terminal). This was Manzanillo, Mexico, back in 2009. (The beer is a La Trappe dubbel...) 3917192905...b455a7.jpg
Pre-Covid we struggled and fought for a single WFH day!! Were told we were lazy and not 'team players'... Even a d**n Wednesday. For those of you that do, that can, Enjoy. We leveraged and tried our best!!
What kind of idiots go work on their holidays, probably fake as fack pictures. You you that addicted or proud of your hustlin? And no-one would go into nature to go 'work' in a forest, a beach or some sh1t.
Im glad they all appreciate WFH I’d love to do it myself but as I’m a chef I’m not sure how well it would go 👩🏼🍳
I had the spectacular timing to be undergoing chemo (ok now) during Covid lockdown. Supervisor insisted all cameras be on during our staff-wide meeting. No exceptions. I have no shame, so all my coworkers got to see me rocking my Uncle Fester look. Brought the whole meeting to a standstill when I logged on. :)
Wish I was working from home today. Today is my in office day which is so much driving :(
When I was a field engineer and when I was in sales, I worked from home when not travelling. No view, but my parrot was my assistant. When I was on the road, I would try to find good places to work when I had to get stuff done (outside the time on terminal). This was Manzanillo, Mexico, back in 2009. (The beer is a La Trappe dubbel...) 3917192905...b455a7.jpg
Pre-Covid we struggled and fought for a single WFH day!! Were told we were lazy and not 'team players'... Even a d**n Wednesday. For those of you that do, that can, Enjoy. We leveraged and tried our best!!
What kind of idiots go work on their holidays, probably fake as fack pictures. You you that addicted or proud of your hustlin? And no-one would go into nature to go 'work' in a forest, a beach or some sh1t.
