Nouns
Workload
The amount of work assigned to a person or team.
To push back
To politely refuse a request or negotiate an extension/change due to constraints.
To keep your eyes open
To remain highly alert and observant of what is happening around you.
Scope of work
The specific boundaries, tasks, and deliverables agreed upon in a role or project.
To meet halfway
To reach a compromise where both parties make concessions
To take your time
To proceed slowly and carefully to avoid mistakes or feeling rushed.
Oversight
A mistake or error caused by a failure to notice something.
To take on
To accept new responsibilities, tasks, or challenges.
To weigh up the pros and cons
To carefully consider and compare the advantages and disadvantages of a situation
Liability
Legal responsibility for something, or a potential financial risk/obligation.
To fast-track
To accelerate the progress or approval of a project or process.
To manage unknowns
To successfully deal with unfamiliar, unpredictable, or uncertain situations in business.