Dilbert cartoon first published on Friday 17th November 2000

Dilbert//4234, first published 26 years ago on Friday 17th November 2000

Tags

agency get it hand joke play on words dogbert temp

Open source transcript

I'M FROM THE DOGBERT TEMP AGENCY. DO YOU NEED A HAND?

I GET IT. HEE HEE!

GET WHAT?

THEN I SAID, "DON'T GET MAD; TRY COUNTING TO FIFTEEN." OUCH.

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AI Analysis

Comic Strip Title: "Don't Get Mad; Try Counting to Fifteen"

Summary:

The comic strip features Dilbert, a character known for his sarcastic wit and frustration with his corporate job. In this particular strip, Dilbert is asked by a coworker if he needs a hand, which he responds to with a sarcastic remark about not getting mad and trying counting to fifteen.

Key Elements:

• Dilbert's sarcastic response to his coworker's offer of help
• The coworker's attempt to diffuse the situation by suggesting counting to fifteen
• Dilbert's continued frustration and annoyance with his job and coworkers

Humor:

The humor in this comic strip comes from Dilbert's deadpan delivery and the absurdity of the situation. The coworker's suggestion to count to fifteen is a well-meaning but ultimately ineffective attempt to calm Dilbert down, and Dilbert's continued frustration is relatable to anyone who has ever felt overwhelmed or underappreciated at work.

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