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1. Circle back
Simple meaning: Talk about something again later. Question: When is “let’s circle back” useful and when is it just avoiding a decision?
2. Touch base
Simple meaning: Have a short conversation to check in.
Question: How often should a manager touch base with their team?
3. Loop someone in
Simple meaning: Include someone in the conversation or email. Question: Who usually needs to be looped in on important decisions in your workplace?
4. Ping her
Simple meaning: Send her a quick message. Question: Is it professional to say “I’ll ping her” in a formal meeting?
5. Bandwidth
Simple meaning: Time or energy available to do something. Question: How do you politely say you don’t have the bandwidth for a new task?
6.KPI standpoint
Simple meaning: Looking at something based on performance numbers. Question: From a KPI standpoint, what is the most important measure in your industry?
7. 30,000-foot standpoint
Simple meaning: Looking at the big picture, not the details. Question: When is it better to speak from a 30,000-foot standpoint instead of discussing details?
8. Get granular
Simple meaning: Look closely at the details. Question: When do projects fail because teams don’t get granular enough?
9. Moving the needle
Simple meaning: Making real, measurable progress. Question: What actually moves the needle in your current job?
10. Low-hanging fruit
Simple meaning: The easiest tasks or quick wins. Question: Should companies focus on low-hanging fruit or long-term strategy first?
11. Value add
Simple meaning: Extra benefit or improvement. Question: What value add can you personally bring to a new company?
12. Land the plane
Simple meaning: Finish or conclude something. Question: What happens in meetings when no one lands the plane?
13. Hammer things out
Simple meaning: Discuss something until you reach agreement. Question: What is the best way to hammer things out during a disagreement?
14. Pushback
Simple meaning: Resistance or disagreement. Question: How do you handle pushback from your boss?
15. Best practices
Simple meaning: Methods that are generally considered effective. Question: Should companies always follow best practices, or sometimes ignore them?
