Business English Expressions 1.0 Flashcards
going forward
to continue doing something : to proceed
thinking outside the box
to explore ideas that are creative and unusual and that are not limited or controlled by rules or tradition
blue sky thinking
to offer ideas that are conceived by unrestrained imagination or optimism
touch base
to make contact
on the same page (AmE); singing from the same sheet (BrE)
agreeing about something (such as how things should be done)
buy-in
acceptance of and willingness to actively support and participate in something (such as a proposed new plan or policy)
back-to-back meetings
to have one meeting right after another
being on the cusp
at the point when something is about to change to something else
bogged down with
when so much attention is demanded from a specific task there is no extra time or attention available for other tasks or responsibilities
burnout
exhaustion of physical or emotional strength or motivation usually as a result of prolonged stress or frustration
clear cut (adj)
sharply outlined : distinct
checking in (verb) (AmE)
to find out or report the status of someone or something especially as part of a regular pattern of communication or monitoring
cut corners
to do something quickly in an effort to save time, money or even avoid responsibilities or regulations. Often has a negative connotation
navigate uncertainty
an effort to move forward despite unpredictable situations and circumstances
nitty gritty
what is essential and basic : specific practical details
