×606“Giving my boss random objects he never asked for”
@ryanserhant · 1.4M followers
This creator normally gets 50K views. This one got 30M. That gap — not the raw number — is what makes the format worth copying.
An employee repeatedly gives his boss random, unrequested objects throughout his workday, capturing the boss's confused and often amused reactions. The boss is seen receiving a tennis ball, a bottle of matches, a car key fob, liquid paper, and a metro card in various settings, including an elevator, a conference, a meeting room, a car, and a barbershop.
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Why it worked
The humor comes from the unexpectedness of the gifts and the boss's deadpan, slightly bewildered reactions. The repetitive nature of the prank builds anticipation for the next absurd item, making viewers want to see what happens next. It's relatable office humor that plays on the dynamic between employees and their superiors, and the boss's good-natured acceptance makes it endearing.
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