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Even if it’s just a way to pay the bills, a job is still a major part of our lives. After all, we need to eat and keep a roof over our heads.

That said, it’s hard to think of a profession without at least a few frustrating responsibilities that can test the limits of your patience.

To make those moments a little more bearable, the Instagram account @workmemesoffical shares hilariously accurate memes that capture what it really feels like to get through the workday.

#1

Meme about work frustrations, refusing to justify paycheck or yearly review, capturing relatable work humor.

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Charlotte
Community Member
9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

my favorite things about being an independent contractor is that I don't have to do these anymore. Don't like my work? End the contract. Like my work? Extend it. That and getting paid for every hour I work.

sbj
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7 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hate the question where do you see yourself in 5/10 years time. Mind you it doesn't matter what rubbish I can come up with as the only one thing I'm sure about the future is that the person asking it will have been replaced by then

AlithenewMC
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I also hate that question. Where would I like to be in 10 years? Retired. But that's unlikely because I'm 35, so please don't remind me. Not everyone has big work ambitions- all my goals are personal/related to my family, and that's where my extra efforts are going to go.

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sturmwesen
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9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

why do I even need a "goal"? is not drowning, no k*****g and setting limits not goal enough?

Crystalwitch60
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1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That one’s easy , what’s your goal ,.. getting paid !

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Lost Panda
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9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This, for the love of all that is holy this!

Geoffrey Scott
Community Member
57 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Never forget, irrespective of every accomplishment you've had, no matter how much money you've saved them, it's never remembered.

Min
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28 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have always loathed these as an employee, but I hate them even more as a manager.

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    #2

    Sign with a humorous work meme about being replaceable but confident it would take four people, reflecting a mental state at work.

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    sbj
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    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And the Company is arrogant enough not to replace you at all and expect your coworkers to do your share

    Tams21
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    7 hours ago

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    Only in real life, they wouldn't bother hiring anyone else at all. They'd expect colleagues who are already working their arses off to do even more.

    #3

    Tweet highlighting university salary gaps and administrative roles, featured in works memes that might make you laugh or cry.

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    Corvus
    Community Member
    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As someone working at a university - I absolutely agree with this. In fact, sometimes I am the "Peggy" :P

    David Paterson
    Community Member
    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Change the word "university" to "government" and I'll agree with you.

    sbj
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    7 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don' let Peggy realise this or she'll pack her job in and all hell will break loose

    Geoffrey Scott
    Community Member
    56 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This goes for private enterprise as well.

    Jay Walsh
    Community Member
    15 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This! The "office manager" at every company is the one to know, she runs the show!

    Min
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    24 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is true of every business I've ever worked in.

    Billo66
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well "Peggy" misplaced my $600 cash payment and I had to pay it twice. Yes I know I should have gotten a receipt. That's what I get for trusting "Peggy"

    Amanda the Panda
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nah-that’s what they say you but in reality they treat you like shït. I’m an ex PA/exec assistant of 2 decades.

    Ripley
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    9 hours ago

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    57 year olds are Gen X - there are no Gen Xers named Peggy.

    Trillian
    Community Member
    7 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm Gen X and not called Peggy so confirmed

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    #4

    Text meme defining the word spuddle as working ineffectively and being busy but achieving nothing at work.

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    Stardust she/her
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    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There’s this phrase in Hindi “आये थे हरि भजन को, ओटन लगे कपास” [aaye the hari bhajan ko, otan lage kapas] which literally translates to “came to worship god, ended up spinning cotton” and it means to avoid doing important work by instead doing useless tasks

    Miki
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    7 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wait, in this saying worshipping is the important work?

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    Did I say that out loud?
    Community Member
    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My word of the day, and every day is "gongoozler".

    Billo66
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thats called a rocking chair. Gives you something to do but you don't get far.

    Xandra
    Community Member
    7 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Everybody thought instantly about someone specific from work, right?

    sbj
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    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Finally I have an answer for my team when they ask me what the boss actually does all day "Spuddle" I shall say

    Sue Denham
    Community Member
    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What an excellent word1 I must throw this into a conversation at every given opportunity.

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    #5

    Work meme expressing no desire for corporate ladders, valuing income, mental health, helping others, and good company.

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    Lotekguy
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    9 hours ago

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    You need to time travel to the 1950s. For many, those goals were attainable. By many, I mean mostly white males.

    Kirsten Kerkhof
    Community Member
    7 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is why, after 25 years, I am still "just" a teacher. No, I don't want to become admin. No, I don't want extra duties. No, I don't want a promotion. I want to be in the classroom, with my students who are hilarious and great and kind and silly and kinda stupid in a "I am 17 years old and I know *everything*" sort of way. I don't want the eternal meetings. I went to uni to learn how to teach, and that's what I do best.

    Lotekguy
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    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What was wrong with my first comment on this item that BP decided it needed to be hidden? If any of you read it, please let me know what sin I committed.

    Multa Nocte
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    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nah, BP has some sort of glitch going on that randomly grabs comments and either buries them or buries them without the ability to respond. I've encountered both the past 5 days or so. Many of us have commented on it and several have written in to BP, but nothing yet. I think it's the fallout from when they had the Christmas promotion with the hidden pandas. Also no one is being notified if a comment has been upvoted or if someone responded to one of our comments.

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    Am I Funny? Maybe or maybe not
    Community Member
    8 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She's no longer hungry for success. So she'll go hungry for real. Sigh, the world's a rat race.

    Charlotte
    Community Member
    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My boss'.calendar is wall-to-wall meetings. Nope. Just nope.

    Zig Zag Wanderer
    Community Member
    7 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dreams are wonderful things! Reality, not so much....

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    #6

    Work memes about stressful jobs and the relief of having a sarcastic work friend to make the day bearable

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    Geoffrey Scott
    Community Member
    54 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I so miss a former co-worker who had the same sense of irreverence and sarcasm as me. Hope you're doing well Kent.

    sbj
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    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Only reason I come to work most days

    #8

    Office cubical decorated with a mounted animal head, faux fireplace, black rug, and scenic outdoor wall decal work memes.

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    sbj
    Community Member
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    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A home from home, maybe he visualizes the fake window as possible escape route

    Charlotte
    Community Member
    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This person is just way too excited to be at work!

    Geobugi🇰🇷🇰🇭
    Community Member
    5 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That looks so cozy, i could almost imagine working there

    Did I say that out loud?
    Community Member
    5 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They seem far too keen. Need to put a stop to that right away.

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    #9

    Work meme joke about rules at the office showing employee and boss conversation with funny tone.

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    Charlotte
    Community Member
    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sadly I have not caused new rules. I have had some spirited discussions about a few though. Maybe I need to set the bar higher

    sbj
    Community Member
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    7 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have to adhere to the companies rules but it seems okay for the boss's favourite to go meh!

    PenguinEmp
    Community Member
    7 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have! You may not use the junction room (a small room with a few cables. Nothing extraordinary) as a place to have a panic attack.

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    #10

    Work memes joking about friendships formed through shared struggles under a ruthless work regime.

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    Charlotte
    Community Member
    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is it a work friendship or a real friendship? Only was to tell is to quit working there and see if the friendship survives.

    Isabel Galvez
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some of my best friends are ex-coworkers

    Andrew Read
    Community Member
    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A lot of people in the USA are going to be BFFs, then

    #11

    Work meme text apologizing for delayed response, hoping others would figure it out without help, in a casual Twitter style.

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    MalayDragon
    Community Member
    7 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh how i wish i could put this in emails

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    #13

    Text meme about feeling the Microsoft Teams energy approaching on Sunday evenings, a relatable works meme.

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    Charlotte
    Community Member
    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I used to get the Sunday scariest so badly it ruined most of the day. That was a sigh I should have paid more attention to

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    #14

    Work memes text about a work bestie inviting to come along just to fill their water bottle.

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    sturmwesen
    Community Member
    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do you want to come with me to the smokers balcony? - I don't smoke - that was not the question. we are inclusive. you still can come

    zovjraar me
    Community Member
    29 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    agreed, the smoker's area is for everyone!

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    #16

    Man in white cap and shirt holding clipboard confronting a blurred man at workplace in viral works meme.

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    Tara Noe
    Community Member
    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How much, what's his phone number, and is he available next week?

    MalayDragon
    Community Member
    7 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Does it have to be the boss, will he do it to useless coworkers?

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    #18

    Work meme showing two unread emails from HR and boss about filling out an anonymous survey at the office.

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    Lotekguy
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    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And nobody among the brass saw the irony.

    Peter Magnell
    Community Member
    7 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    not an actual issue as you can track participation without it being tied to the answers

    Jan Rosier
    Community Member
    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If I get one of those, I make some snarky remarks, sometimes even rude. If it comes with a grading scale, I grade very low. Either it is really actually always been anonymous, or noone dares to confront me...

    Charlotte
    Community Member
    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Right up there with "here are the results and comments by team" when your team has 3 people and one was away

    Sparky4
    Community Member
    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's so anonymous that our boss confronts who he thinks made the anonymous comment. We have 8 people in our dept.

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    #19

    Work memes showing humorous frustrations of doing multiple jobs when performing well at work.

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    sbj
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    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I fall for this one every time, I'll never learn

    Geoffrey Scott
    Community Member
    50 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As with the above post, you are not irreplaceable, but it will take a few others to do what you did. Personal experience talking. And of course, those who never step up never will, and still be considered valuable

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    #20

    Tweet about forgetting work tasks after holidays in a humorous work memes style, highlighting common office struggles.

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    Geoffrey Scott
    Community Member
    49 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Try working 1 day/week. I forgot EVERYTHING the first month.

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    #21

    Work meme about tax brackets and flat tire, highlighting humor that might make you laugh or cry.

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    Ye Olde Dirty Grumpy
    Community Member
    7 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    30 years ago a set of tires were $100, now each tire is $150

    Ace
    Community Member
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    5 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    30 years ago you were driving a small old pile of p*o with tiny wheels so any old tyres in the cheapest size would do. Now you're in some ridiculous over-large SUV with 20-inch wheels and huge chunky "off-road" tyres. It's not really the (inflation-corrected) price that has changed.

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    Geoffrey Scott
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    47 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We replace ours with our tax refund usually. "Well..that's gone"

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    #22

    Work meme text showing a humorous exchange about pain related to work in 52 works memes collection.

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    sbj
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    6 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What with putting all my energy into the job, commute and trying to barely exist I don't have time to visit a Doctor

    #24

    Job application meme showing a funny positive and negative self-description, part of works memes collection.

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    Charlotte
    Community Member
    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This question is just the worst. Does anyone actually answer it honestly? I've only ever had candidates come up with some version of "my weakness are that I care too much and work too hard'

    Ye Olde Dirty Grumpy
    Community Member
    7 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The best thing about me? I'm not a cop. The worst thing about me? Cops have rules. I dont

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    gvizzle_ 74
    Community Member
    36 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i would hire that person - they'd fit right in with my team

    Corvus
    Community Member
    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My weakness is that I lie about my strengths :D

    Geobugi🇰🇷🇰🇭
    Community Member
    5 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Never in my life i have been asked to tell something negative about myself. If it ever happens i will be so confused by the question that i will probably answer " i hate my neighbors cat"

    Miki
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    7 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Monster!

    PenguinEmp
    Community Member
    7 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Never hire him. What a d*******g. To sit by and let someone make fish..... Horrible. This is why I eat in the boardrooms

    PenguinEmp
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    7 hours ago

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    #25

    Job application rejection email with humorous interview feedback in a meme from 52 works memes that might make you laugh or cry.

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    gvizzle_ 74
    Community Member
    34 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "people won't apply just for the money" companies need to pull their heads out of their a$$es. Bro, i'm not in this for the love of the game - i need to feed my dogs and ensure they continue to live in the manner to which they have become accustomed

    Miles Mawyer
    Community Member
    38 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Literally EVERBODY works "just for the money." It's the definition of a JOB.

    Trillian
    Community Member
    7 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What else would people apply for?

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    #28

    Work meme about awkward standalone hi how are you messages in Teams feeling like hostage negotiation.

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    Lost Panda
    Community Member
    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Especially if they wait for you to respond before continuing

    Jan Rosier
    Community Member
    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hate that. I have stopped reacting to these.

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    Charlotte
    Community Member
    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Right up there with "please find some time on my calendar" but no explanation of why the boss wants to meet

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    #29

    Screenshot of a work meme showing an HR rejection email followed by a humorous reply from an existing employee.

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    Charlotte
    Community Member
    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Id be double checking I was still in the pay system

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    #31

    Meme comparing European social benefits to American billionaire wealth in a works meme that might make you laugh or cry.

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    Paul Scheermeijer
    Community Member
    7 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You have Trump as well. We petty you all

    Miracle Max
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That free education is really working for you, yes? It's "pity".

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    #33

    Work meme text about not covering a coworker's shift if they get beat up, highlighting workplace humor and loyalty.

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    sbj
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This being the only reason ever to make this move

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    #38

    Job application work meme showing sarcastic resume answers for school and college details in an online form.

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    Charlotte
    Community Member
    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Worse is the "attach cover letter" ska please have AI write a page of fan fiction by mashing together our job ad and your resume so that are AI can read it.

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    #41

    A row of open pizza boxes on a table with soda bottles, illustrating a funny meme about company profits and team rewards.

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    Lotekguy
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    9 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    4.9 billion? I guess that's why they could afford more than one topping on each Pizza. To everybody who thinks trickle down economics is a legitimate idea: this is how it works in the real world.

    Adam Zad
    Community Member
    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If pizza is an acceptable form of compensation, why aren't CEOs paid in pizza?

    Unicorn
    Community Member
    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They might at least have labelled them, so that I know which one is suitable for vegetarians.

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    #42

    Person with serious expression watching over a rooftop, representing work memes that might make you laugh or cry.

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    Ye Olde Dirty Grumpy
    Community Member
    6 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is that a Stranger Thing? Is that Mike? IDK

    Am I Funny? Maybe or maybe not
    Community Member
    8 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't you dare remove my AI generated paragraphs. Noooo, now I'll have to ask Jiminy again

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    #43

    Text meme about work highlighting the irony of people being at work while looking for a job, with a laughing emoji.

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    Zig Zag Wanderer
    Community Member
    7 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You seem way less desperate when applying for a job if you already have one. True story....

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    #49

    Work memes with a sarcastic quote about offending coworkers and self-improvement in a simple gray background.

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    sbj
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm going to make this my 2026 mantra

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    #50

    Man sitting holding a sign saying Should we just quit, a relatable works meme about workplace humor and stress.

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    sbj
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I ask this question whilst we on the bus to work

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    #52

    Cake with text about sending 1099 forms, humorously related to works memes about minding business.

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    gvizzle_ 74
    Community Member
    29 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    if that's not AI, that cake decorator writes better with icing than i do with a fancy pen and so much concentration that my tongue peeks out of the corner of my mouth