From the Huffington Post Why Workplace Jargon Is A Big Problem http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/04/25/work-words_n_5159868.html?utm_hp_ref=business&ir=Business When we replace a specific task with a vague expression, we grant the task more magnitude than it deserves. If we don't describe an activity plainly, it seems less like an easily achievable goal and more like a cloudy state of existence that fills unknowable amounts of time. A fog of fast and empty language has seeped into the workplace. I say it's time we air it out, making room for simple, concrete words, and, therefore, more deliberate actions. By striking the following 26 words from your speech, I think you'll find that you're not quite as overwhelmed as you thought you were. Count the number that LLNLs mangers use. touch base circle back bandwidth - impactful - utilize - table the discussion deep dive - engagement - viral value-add - one-sheet deliverable - work product - incentivise - take it to the ...
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I think DOGE will frequently get this response from bloated Federal Departments and Agencies, but time will tell if it will be a compelling argument.
-Ramaswamy
terrible hangover!
How has calling people names as a substitute for a coherent and consistent plan forward, working out for you so far?
With respect to the scientific, engineering, and technical workforce yes, they may not want to wade into it and for good reason. However, the cumulative bureaucratic strata (overhead) above those employees and programs, might be a point of discussion.