Ragan Communications asked managers to “list the corporate-speak they detest.” Here are the responses:
Think outside the box
Why don’t you go think outside my office?
Going forward
You’re not if you keep talking.
People manager
Wow, how many do you have left to manage? Oh, both of them, huh?
Touch base
Just try it. I have HR on speed dial, Glenn.
In the loop
Wasn’t that a ’70s sitcom?
Synergy
Don’t get me started on this one — don’t even get me started.
Robust
How I describe my coffee. The bourbon helps.
Engaged
OK, you’re “engaged.” But are you “fully engaged”? Because you’re not even remotely engaging.
Drill down
How about you go drill up for a while?
Out of pocket
I’m not kidding, Glenn. Keep it in your pocket.
Accountable
Calling all scapegoats!
Individual
You’re sooooo special.
Too much on my plate
Hey, porky, it’s called a salad. Look into it.
That being said …
Wait, what? I stopped listening to you three hours ago.
No worries
None? Whatsoever? Have you checked your 401K lately?
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