(1). To double-check your half-assed work before anyone sees it.
“Hey, Jim. I’m going to need to you stay late tonight. I just want to tick and tie everything in our presentation before sending it out.”
Tick and Tie
RANDOM LINGO
Learning Opportunity
(1). A nice way to say “failure”.
“Well, Rob … I would consider losing that $100 million account a great learning opportunity for you. Wherever you end up, I’m sure they’ll appreciate the experience you gained here.”
Add Value
(1). To justify one’s involvement in a certain matter or project.
(2). A term used in response to meeting requests in an attempt to politely suggest that you do not wish to attend.
“Thanks for including me in Friday afternoon’s meeting about the office’s new water cooler, Mike. But, I don’t think my participation will add value.”