(1). A term describing someone who considers situations from a purely academic perspective (see ivory tower), usually resulting in impractical solutions and no progress.
Can’t Get Out of the Classroom
RANDOM LINGO
Diplomatically-Challenged Conversation
(1). An awkward, and ultimately heated, exchange where someone inevitably says something wildly inappropriate, often ending the conversation with a call to HR.
“Yeah, so … let’s just say it was a diplomatically-challenged conversation from start to finish. I don’t think Mike is going to be going on any more client calls anytime soon.”
Thought Leader
(1). A corporate shill who incessantly spouts the company line and is always sickeningly positive about everything. He will be your boss within eighteen months.
“Just look at Paul over there! He’s a real thought leader here at the firm. Always looking for ways to find efficiencies and cost-cutting solutions. Come to think of it, almost all of his solutions involve consolidating roles…in him…hmmm…”