(1). A term used to describe full transparency on a deal or issue (i.e. opening the kimono to see what’s underneath).
“Okay guys, we’re going to have to be open kimono on this deal.”
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Open Kimono
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Speak To
(1). To talk about something, or give a reply.
“I’m going to speak to this bullet point.”
“I’d like to speak to your question.”
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Efforting
(1). To work on something known to be futile.
“Oh, hi Jim … the Hanson account? … umm … yeah, we’re efforting to get that through the pipeline this week, but … you know … with year-end and all, it might be delayed a bit … umm … sure, I know it’s a really important client … I’ll touch base with you on Monday, okay? … yep, Merry Christmas to you, too…”