(1). How douchebags end all of their emails.
“Hey Tim, I know it’s almost 5, but do you think you could pop by? I need you to get something out the door before you leave. Thanks…“
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RANDOM LINGO
SME
(1). (pronounced “smee”) – Subject-matter expert; used by information technology trainers to denote users who already know how to use the program for which the training is being given, identifiable by their eyes constantly drifting to their blackberries or the low-cut blouse worn by the woman sitting next to them.
Spearhead
(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.”