Raise the bar: To expand the limits and reach for the top.At the end of the day: Unless it is really the end of the day, say ”Finally”, “Ultimately”.Paradigm Shift: An overused term since last century, to mean “fundamental change”, “critical adjustment”.Give 110% : To give beyond the standard, to exceed expectations.Touch base : Briefly make or renew contact with someone.Metaphorically to move forward or upward in order to touch. Think outside the box: Thinking differently, creatively, outside of normal possibilities.Win-win: A situation or result that is beneficial/good for everyone (involved).Therefore, it is crucial to understand the meaning of these idioms and jargon used at work place. Some of these words, however, are relatively apt and need no replacement. These work-faux-paus have become a prominent part of our speech, we don’t even realize the extent and intensity of their usage. Many people get averse to these euphemisms, cliched words and complain that, an average worker becomes deafened to these expressions.ĭid you know? One of the reasons employees pay less attention in meetings and conferences is due to redundant use of non-contextual phrases.
In the era of people using internet slang and acronyms, the twisted expressions and office jargon don’t amaze people anymore.
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