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(1). A cooking inspired term that is used to describe when too many people have been brought in on a project and it muddies the water. This usually results in whining, arguments and overcooked souffles.
“There are definitely too many cooks in the kitchen on their end. We were on the phone with them for over an hour and all we got out of it was the name they may or may not use, Joan’s dogs name and what sounded like half a lunch order.”
(1). A fancier way for companies to describe their websites, which usually are anything but fancy.
“Gentleman we need to discuss updating our web properties. I don’t think it is in the company’s best interest to have that dancing baby on there anymore. Feels like we are going for a cheap laugh…although it is a good one…ya know what? Let’s keep it up there.”
(1). To prioritize (and possibly even work on) a task (see action item). The term is usually used when reassuring your boss that whatever they’re talking about is at the top of your list of things to do.
“Sure, boss, I’ll action that mail merge project for first thing in the morning. Right after I figure out how to do a mail merge…”
