I think the show functions best when Michael is still a believable character. I don't know why they sometimes write him too socially out there. Its really not funny. This episode reminds me of the Dundees one that started season 2. A lot of people I talk to who don't watch the show claim this is the reason. They say they tuned in for that Season Premier and didn't think it was any good. This episode was more of the same, just not a premier thank god. In my opinion, the show works because its characters are takeoffs of people we have all worked with. Sure they make them a little more over the top to make it even funnier, but the key is that they are just a "little" over the top. I know some think there can't possibly be anyone like Dwight, but there is a guy I work with who is just like him down to the part about using music to pump himself up before a big meeting or whatever. Scary! When Michael is his normal self, it is believable. He is somewhat competent at his job, makes bad jokes, and likes to think that he is integral in the office whereas it would probably run better without him. Sounds like almost every boss I have ever had.