Dilbert cartoon first published on Thursday 6th February 1997

Dilbert//2854, first published 29 years ago on Thursday 6th February 1997

Tags

catbert evil hr dircetor boss didn't see struggle low performance alice human resources binder downsize

Official transcript

Alice sits across from Catbert's desk. She says, "I was so good at my job that I never needed to bother my boss, but he gave me a low rating because he didn't see me struggling."

Catbert replies, "I must refer to my human resources binders to see how to deal with this."

Catbert looks at a bookcase filled with binders. Most of the binders are labeled "Downsize"

and a few are labeled "Hire Losers."

originally published on dilbert.com

Open source transcript

I WAS SO GOOD AT MY JOB THAT I NEVER NEEDED TO BOTHER MY BOSS. BUT HE GAVE ME A LOW RATING BECAUSE HE DIDN'T SEE ME STRUGGLING.

CATBERT: EVIL H.R. DIRECTOR TO DEAL WITH THIS.

BINDERS TO SEE HOW HUMAN RESOURCES I MUST REFER TO MY

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AI Analysis

Comic Strip Title: "Catbert: Evil H.R. Director"

Summary:

The comic strip features a conversation between a cat and a human employee. The cat, representing Catbert, is depicted as the evil Human Resources (H.R.) Director. The employee expresses dissatisfaction with their job, citing a low rating from their boss. In response, Catbert instructs them to refer to the H.R. binders for guidance on how to address the issue.

Key Elements:

• The comic strip is set in an office environment, with a cat and a human character interacting.
• The cat, Catbert, is portrayed as a malevolent H.R. Director.
• The employee is unhappy with their job and seeks advice from Catbert.
• Catbert directs the employee to consult the H.R. binders for solutions.
• The binders are labeled with various terms, including "Downsize" and "Hire Losers."

Tone and Humor:

The comic strip is humorous, with a lighthearted and playful tone. The use of cats as characters adds to the comedic effect, while the satirical take on corporate culture and H.R. practices provides a relatable and entertaining commentary on the workplace.

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