SWOT analysis
This term describes a situation where an individual or organization owes a substantial amount of money
high levels of debt
When you want to explain why you called this meeting
I've called this meeting to discuss...
The purpose of this meeting is to analyse...
When you can no longer make progress in a situation, you might say you've done this
to reach a dead-end
When project is being planned
in the pipeline
A term indicating that something is feasible and likely to generate profit in the market
commercially viable
This term describes a situation where there is not enough leadership expertise or experience within an organization
a lack of managerial depth
When you need more details or clarification, you might ask this
Could you elaborate/be more specific/clarify that
To present your viewpoint in a discussion, you might say you are doing this
give/express/put forward my own opinion
When project is finishing
last/final lap
When you make an initial move to start something or gain an advantage, it's called this
an opening gambit
When all services are provided in one place
one-stop shop
This question asks for a response to a proposed solution.
What would you say to that solution?
Don't you think it's a good idea to...
This phrase shows that you understand and acknowledge another person's point
I see/appreciate/understand what you're saying
When project requires rethinking
go back to square one / go back to the drawing board
When someone is trying to win favor through false praise, you might remind them of this saying
flattery will get you nowhere
This term describes products that represent the latest advancements in technology or design
state of the art product
When you want to start a project or meeting, you might use this phrase
let's get the ball rolling
To perform an analysis, you would do this.
make/undertake/carry out a detailed study
When project is not certain or is undecided
up in the air
A phrase indicating that something has been uniquely created to suit individual needs or preferences
tailor-made/ bespoke
This term describes a situation where the pace of work is considered a disadvantage
slow workflow
This phrase suggests it's time to focus and get serious about work
Let's get down to business
When people talk openly and sincerely about all aspects of a matter, they have this
full and frank discussion
When project requires permission
get the ball rolling or give go ahead
A cognitive bias that occurs when an individual, who is communicating with others, assumes that others have information that is only available to themselves, assuming they all share a background and understanding
curse of knowledge