Why it worked
The video uses a popular meme format with relatable workplace humor, tapping into common frustrations about authority and respect in a professional setting. The use of a recognizable animated character adds to its shareability.
Summary
The video depicts a relatable workplace scenario where a trained supervisor, despite being taught by someone else, asserts their authority by stating "I wasn't asking you, I was telling you." The meme format implies the person who trained them feels disrespected and wants to "check" the supervisor.
Structure
- 1Supervisor's condescending statement
- 2The trainer's internal reaction
- 3The trainer's desire to confront the supervisor
On-screen text
When the supervisor you trained and taught them everything they know and make look good in front of managers everyday says "I wasn't asking you, I was telling you."
ME: you better check yo self