Tips on buzzwords to avoid

[vilasini]

We all use buzzwords don't we? I read an interesting piece in a newsletter from inc.com that came in today. Thought I would share with all of you.

6 Phrases You Should Never Say Again | Inc.com

Here is one I could relate to as I am guilty of it myself!

The Unsupported Closure: Ending a discussion or making a decision without backup or solid justification.

Typical usage: “At the end of the day, we’re here to sell products.”

Really? I had no idea we’re supposed to sell products!

Unsupported Closure is a go-to move for people who want something a certain way and don’t feel like, or can’t, explain why. Whenever you feel an, “At the end of the day…” coming on, take a deep breath and start over, otherwise you’ll spout inane platitudes instead of objective reasons that may actually help your employees get behind your decision.

Quick note: A Fake Agreement combines nicely with an Unjustified Closure: “I hear what you’re saying, but at the end of the day revenue concerns must come first.” Win-win!

I have pasted the text verbatim from the article in the link above. Go to the link to read more.

Are there any more like this you could share? Time to speak and write in Plain English, saying it the way it is!! Hey, is this a buzzword too - 'saying it the way it is'???

Vilasini

[dews.hyd]

It's a very good read. Thank you Vilasini for sharing. I can relate with it so much coming from a corporate environment - where buzzwords are so commonly used.