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(1). To try to do too much at once, usually resulting in total, abject and complete failure.
“I like where you’re going with this, Jim, but let’s not try to boil the ocean on our first pitch. Let’s just focus on phase one of the proposal and see where it goes.”
(1). A staff member who blindly agrees with his or her bosses in an attempt to curry favor.
(2). A terrible movie starring Jim Carrey.
“Bryan’s such a yes man. He agreed with Andrew that Navy Seals was a great movie. Hey, remember Navy Seals?”
(1). To lead some project or effort in hopes it gets you some sliver of recognition. It won’t. It will help the career of the guy who assigned it to you, though.
“Team, we’re going to focus on updating our client contact information database this summer. Fred here has graciously volunteered to spearhead the effort. I’ll be happy to report progress to management, of course. In the meantime, I’ll be sailing to the Virgin Islands, but should be available on BB if anyone needs me.”
