The Office congratulations meme, also known as the Young Michael Scott Handshake, originates from 'The Carpet' episode of the US version of The Office. The image features a flashback showing a young Michael Scott with a signature mullet shaking hands with his former boss, Ed Truck. While Michael looks incredibly proud and slightly overwhelmed, the context suggests a sense of confusion or undeserved praise. The meme exploded in popularity as a way to represent receiving credit for something you didn't understand, accidental success, or those moments where you are just 'faking it until you make it' in a professional setting.