NBC is easily one of the greatest networks on television, and they certainly did something right when they started the mockumentary “The Office." The dry-humered show is about your average workplace that incorporates all the major personalities that you would find in co-workers. But no character comes close to the World’s Best Boss: Michael Scott.
1. When Michael burned his foot on a George Foreman grill:
Michael loves to wake up to the small of freshly cooked bacon. But when things get a little messy, he burns his foot on his breakfast. Michael then proceeds to spend the rest of the day mooching off his friends for everything because he now believes he is “disabled.” We have all taken off that extra sick day when we “still” don’t feel well, even though our fever has been gone for a day and a half. It’s easy to do things for yourself, but it’s even easier to guilt your friends into doing stuff for you. Leave your grill on next time, you might find people are more keen to help.
2. When Michael has counseling with his worst enemy, Toby:
We all have that one person who we would rather do anything besides spend time with them. For Michael, that’s Toby Flinderson. After many harsh words and actions, Toby and Michael are forced to work it out. In their six-hour counseling session, Michael tells Toby, “You are the worst. I hate your face, I wanna smash it.” Clearly it didn’t go well. We all have a Toby. They are the worst.
3. When Michael runs away:
Money is getting tight for Michael and his girlfriend Jan. When he is convinced to quit his second job he is fearful for his finances. He then hops a stationary train in the hopes to leave it all behind. Much to his avail, he gets nowhere. I relate to this a lot because I often avoid everything I do and then it falls on top of me in a state of panic. Can you say “finals”?
4. When Michael has to do math:
In the office, there is a surplus of money for the quarter. It’s up to Michael to decide where the money is spent. Unfortunately, Michael has no idea what is going on. He then must console the accounts for help. The accountant, Oscar, explains it to Michael as if he was a child. He still doesn’t get it. Same, Michael. Same.
5. When Michael is a great friend:
While Michael constantly slips up, he is the best friend anyone could ask for. The receptionist, Pam, has an art show that she invites the entire office to. When the time for the opening comes, no one shows up for Pam, except Michael. He ends up buying the painting, and hanging it in the office. Michael does a lot wrong, but he does a lot right too. Just when you’re feeling like a Michael Scott, remember what a great friend he is and what a great friend you are too.
Michael Scott is the most outrageous character that exists, but I can’t help but find him to be so relatable.
