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(1). To split from a long-standing relationship (like, with a mentor or some other guy you’ve been cowering behind since you got here).
“Hey, Steve, got a minute? Wanted to talk to you about possibly taking over some accounts on your own. You and Gary make a great team, but I think you’re ready to spread your wings a bit. Got to cut the cord at some point, right?”
(1). Used to refer to (in)ability to make progress (e.g. on an initiative or project).
“Team, if we stay focused on our deliverables, then maybe we can get some traction on this project.”
Props to Scott P. for the submission.
(1). A nautical term used by management (as well as operations or IT…..really anybody) to describe further meetings or presentations which focus on a particular area.
(2). A term used as a defense mechanism by account managers to deflect clients’ questions and/or concerns about a particular topic that they have no answer or solution for.
“Hey guys, we are going to have to take a deep dive into this subject and get back to you with more in-depth findings. Let’s pick it up on our next bi-monthly meeting.”
