(1). A way for a self-promoting, over-caffeinated worker to make others believe he works way more hours than they do.
“Are you serious? I may leave an hour earlier than you guys, but I’m always on.”
Always On
RANDOM LINGO
Paperless Environment
(1). A term used by companies to describe a mythical place full of rainbows and lollipops where files are readily accessible online, nothing ever gets lost or misfiled and machines collect dust in darkened copy rooms.
“Everybody, I have big news. This office will be a completely paperless environment by Q1 of 1998.”
Dog-and-Pony Show
(1). Your standard presentation to a prospect where you showcase all of the hot chicks in your office and a couple of grayhairs who should be able to answer hard questions, assuming they stay awake during the meeting.
“Jim, you and Ashley have to meet with this prospective client tomorrow at the W in Times Square. Just give them the old dog-and-pony show and get out. I don’t see this as a short-term prospect.”