“I Did The Job, Boss”: 25 Times Workers Took Instructions Way Too Literally
In a world where we’re often expected to go above and beyond at work, some employees take a different approach—they do exactly what’s asked of them. No more, no less. The results? Often infuriating for their bosses but undeniably hilarious for the rest of us.
That’s the essence of the I Did The Job, Boss subreddit, a thriving online community where users share their favorite examples of workers who “technically” got the job done, albeit in the most literal (and often ridiculous) way possible. Whether you’re a worker looking for solidarity, a boss seeking a laugh (or a cautionary tale), or just someone who loves a good joke, this community has something for everyone. Check out some of their hilarious posts below.
#1 I Painted The Mercedes, Boss!
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#2 Cant Be Asked
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#3 I Marked The Gas Lines Boss
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#4 Did It Boss
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#5 Write A Dictionary Definition For Horse
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#6 Welder Took The Instructions Seriously
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#7 I Wrote The Article, Boss
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#8 Homeowner: “I Absolutely Need This Faucet!”
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#9 Fence Built Around A Rock In Costco Parking Lot
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#10 It Is Done
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#11 Delivered Your Badminton Racket “Safely” Boss
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#12 I Launched The Update Boss
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#13 Signs Up Boss
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#14 Ummm
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#15 Add A Title
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#16 Painted The Truck, Boss
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#17 I For Lady B-I-Rd
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#18 He Did The Job
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#19 I See You
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#20 I Put Up The Tiles, Boss
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#21 An Appropriate Subtitle
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#22 Added The Illustration To The Sign, Boss
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#23 A New Guy Was Asked To Make Sure Printer Has Paper
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#24 Found This Abomination To Disability
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#25 I Finished The Club’s Toilet Room Boss
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