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(1). This can go hand-in-hand with “understand the ask“. Let’s level-set meaning, make sure everyone is on the same page and understands.
“Let’s level set to ensure I understand the ask”. Ugggghh.
Props to Amy J. for the submission!
(1). A term used to describe staffing on (a) the day after Thanksgiving, (b) a Friday in August, or (c) any day on which your boss is traveling.
“Well, we’re running with a bit of a skeleton crew today, so I’m thinking you should probably call back on Monday. Have a great weekend!”
(1). What your secretary tells people you don’t want to talk to on the phone.
“Oh, I’m sorry, Mr. Williamson had to step away for a minute … can I take a message? You’d like to hold? Hmmm … perhaps I should just put you through to voicemail…”
