Office Jargon
The holy grail of outcomes, where everyone’s supposedly happy or at least pretending to be.
What is a "Win-Win" ?
What is Ice Ice Baby?
This is the name of Lesley's beloved black lab!
What is Loki?
“Joe Cool” and “The Comeback Kid” were two nicknames of this Notre Dame QB who would go on to win multiple Super Bowls as part of an 1980s dynasty with a West Coast NFL franchise.
Who is Joe Montana?
This zodiac sign commonly represented by scales is known to be intellectual, artistic, and fair-minded. These individuals favor beauty, harmony, and strong interpersonal connections.
Hint: Doesn't this scream Lesley? It's her sign!
What is Libra?
A classic line for when someone wants to avoid making a decision without looking unhelpful. It signals deflection, but with just enough humility to get away with it.
What is "That's above my paygrade" ?
Who is O.J. Simpson?
Lesley's favorite activities outside of work consist of these two things. Both offering unique ways to explore nature while also providing significant health benefits.
Hint: Her doggo will tag along!
What is hiking and kayaking?
According to the hit 1981 song by Tommy Tutone, if you dial 867-5309, you will reach a woman with this first name.
What is Jenny?
These zodiac signs make up the three earth signs.
What are Virgo, Taurus, and Capricorn?
A private meeting that’s either helpful and relaxed… or deeply uncomfortable with awkward pauses.
What is a "One-on-one" ?
This fad toy was feared to be a took for foreign spies.
What is a Furby?
Commonly known as the Emerald Isle, and Lesley's dream vacation spot, this island features absolutely zero wild snakes and 10% of the world's ginger population.
What is Ireland?
On January 28, 1986, this space shuttle broke apart 73 seconds into its flight.
What is the Challenger?
If you were both between June 21st and July 22nd, there's a chance you may be this sign. Known for being nurturing and protective with deep intuition and emotional depth. Often pictures as a crab.
What is Cancer?
A polite way of dodging the issue while sounding committed. Translation: never going to happen.
What is "Let's circle back" ?
This TV show’s creator had a rule that its characters couldn’t learn lessons or hug to end episodes.
What is Seinfeld?
Lesley's go-to coffee order is this delicious concoction. Milk with vanilla-flavored syrup, espresso, and topped with caramel drizzle. YUM!
What is a caramel macchiato?
This science fantasy film was the highest-grossing movie of the 1980s.
What is E. T. the Extra-Terrestrial?
Which two zodiac signs are represented by human figures?
What are Gemini and Virgo?
Another phrase for total belief in organizational culture, no matter how bizarre. Often spotted in people who use phrases like “work family.”
Hint: Ohhhh Yeahhhh (deep voice)
What is "Drink the Kool-Aid" ?
This dollar amount was the federal minimum wage for most of the 1990s.
What is $4.25?
After 14 years with the agency, this is Lesley's greatest accomplishment.
What is... "By far, helping communities and water operators and the heartfelt thanks I have received! I would like them to walk away from interacting with me with a better understanding and more positive outlook of the Ohio EPA." ?
Some say in every death there is a birth. Video may have killed the radio start in this specific year, but Lesley was also born!
What is 1981?
What is considered to be the first sign of the zodiac?
Hint: We JUST transitioned from its season!
What is Aries?