Dilbert cartoon first published on Wednesday 4th January 2012

Dilbert//8299, first published fourteen years ago on Wednesday 4th January 2012

Tags

suspicion thinking new information project scope anticipate think

Official transcript

Dilbert: Based on this new information, you'll want to change our project scope. Boss: I don't do that. Dilbert: What? Think? Today I learned it's better if I don't try to guess what people mean.

originally published on dilbert.com

Open source transcript

BASED ON THIS NEW INFORMATION, YOULL WANT TO CHANGE OUR PROJECT SCOPE.

I DON'T DO THAT.

WHAT?

THINK?

TODAY I LEARNED IT'S BETTER IF I DONT TRY TO GUESS WHAT PEOPLE MEAN

collated from github.com/jvarn/dilbert-archive

AI Analysis

Comic Strip Title: "The Art of Misdirection"

Summary:

This Dilbert comic strip revolves around a meeting where the project scope is being discussed. The boss, known for his cleverness, announces that he wants to change the project scope based on new information. However, he doesn't provide any details, leaving everyone puzzled.

The boss's response to the question "What do you mean?" is classic Dilbert: "Today I learned it's better if I don't try to guess what people mean." This humorous exchange highlights the absurdity of corporate meetings and the challenges of effective communication in a workplace setting. The comic strip pokes fun at the tendency for bosses to make vague statements, leaving their employees confused and frustrated. Overall, the strip is a lighthearted commentary on the quirks of office life and the importance of clear communication.

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