Introduction

We've all found ourselves in that awkward moment at work where we need to pretend to be busy, especially when our boss strolls by. This scenario combines relatable office humor with a dash of irony, perfect for meme culture.

Key Elements

Characters: The employee and their boss.
Setting: A messy office environment.
Themes: Pretending to work, workplace humor, and awkward situations.

The Relatable Situation

The core emotion here revolves around the panic of being caught slacking off at work. Every employee has faced the overwhelming need to look busy during those tense moments when the boss enters the vicinity.

Adding Humor

Imagine the employee's intense focus on their screen, covering a gaming website.
A thought bubble above their head could feature wild ideas like "Just five more minutes of pretending!".
In the cartoon style, the boss could be depicted as a meme-worthy character, perhaps resembling a famous TV boss known for their obliviousness.

Meme Format Suggestions

Drake Format: Drake shows disdain for slacking off, while happily embracing the act of pretending to work.
Distracted Boyfriend: The boyfriend (worker) looking at the 'gaming website' while 'work' is seen as the neglected girlfriend; the boss walks by as the annoyed observer.
Mocking SpongeBob: Using SpongeBob to mimic the over-the-top 'pretend focus' whenever the boss is around.

Visual Setup

For the final meme creation, structure the image as follows:

Foreground: The worker at their desk with a panicked expression, pretending to type, with exaggerated movements.
Background: The boss casually walking by, a neutral or slightly confused expression, unbothered by the chaos.
Environment: Cluttered desk full of coffee cups, multiple browser tabs open, and a gaming tab that stands out vividly.

Following this setup will create a humorous and easily relatable meme perfect for sharing in any workplace setting!