No office? No problem. Master your virtual work life with GIFs—the quickest, most expressive form of modern business communication.
You can’t throw your hands up or do a celebratory crab dance to show coworkers the exact level of enthusiasm (or absurdity) you feel. And you might not have the time or energy to compose a long message that captures the precise nuance of your reaction.
Enter the almighty GIF. Drop one into your next email, chat, or message to convey what words often cannot.
Start With What Most Awake Adults Wholeheartedly Support
Did Someone Say Coffee?
Make Sure Your Cup Is Big Enough
MMMMMMM
Mix Nostalgia, Celebrity, and Absurdity—Think Joaquin Phoenix in a Tin-Foil Hat (Signs Vibes)
Watching the World Burn? Don’t Forget the Popcorn
A Lot of Popcorn
I Have a Need. A Need for More Popcorn
Don’t Forget to Disinfect
You Can Never Overdo It
Always Encourage Your Coworkers and Remind Them They’re Awesome
A Hearty Cheers Goes a Long Way
When Something Starts Working
Celebrate Together
OMG That Was Awesome
Problem Solved!
Even Data Analysis Deserves a Fist Pump
Show Your Uncontainable Joy
Even With a Skeleton Crew, Find a Reason to Dance
Let’s Do This
Coworker on Vacation?
Warn Them of Inevitable Travel Fiascos
Someone Excited About Their Team’s Big Game? (Maybe Not Today, But Soon)
Debacles Can Be Funny—Pick the Right Giphy Tone
When You Get the Chance to Vote for Pedro
Emoting Through GIFs Can Brighten the Day
Happy Birthday to You!
Call It Like You See It
Trying to Be Cheeky? Add a Visual so They Get Your Tone
If They Miss the Joke, Don’t Be Afraid to Say Sorry
Sometimes, You Just Have to Throw in the Towel
Commiserate About That Client Who Just Doesn’t Get It
Mourn Together That People Can Be Frustrating
We’re All Just Pushing Buttons Together
Step Back—It Can Be Pretty Hilarious
Remind Everyone We’re All in This Together
Sometimes You Have to Do It Live
When Words Fail You
Know That Those Who Get It Are in on the Joke
Phew
Big Phew
Don’t Shy Away From Deep-Cut References
Share Cult-Favorite Films That Match Your Vibe
Jack Black? Extra Points!
Jack Black and a Cult Movie? Triple Points!
Mondays Are the Worst
But Even Mondays Feel Better With the Right GIF
Even Wednesdays Deserve a Mini Celebration
Fridays Are Your Reminder to Be Childish Over the Weekend
Freaky Friday Offers Endless Possibilities
When Things Go Awry, Take a Break—Turn On Do Not Disturb
And Fade Into the Bushes
One More Thing
If you want to learn more about making and using GIFs, explore resources that teach GIF creation and best practices for workplace use.