Too Many MBAs Ruining Companies Flashcards
Foster
verb
To encourage the development of something
We are trying to foster the growth of new recruits.
The government has been trying to foster new businesses.
Take your cue from …
idiom
To do what is done or suggested by someone / something
I take my cue from famous photographers when I take photos.
We should try to take our cue from new innovations.
Cultivate
verb
To develop a quality / skill
I’m trying to cultivate new skills in my team members.
We should all try to cultivate new abilities constantly.
Assembly
noun
A group of people gathered together for a particular purpose
There was a huge assembly of protesters outside the White House.
We will have our annual assembly of shareholders next week.
Lose sight of …
verbal phrase
To forget about something important because you’re thinking about something else
We should try to not lose sight of our monthly targets.
I’m trying not to lose sight of my true goals and aspirations.
No value in and of itself
phrase
No value when considered alone
Money has no value in and of itself if you don’t spend it.
This is a great idea in and of itself.
Effective allocator of resources
phrase
A good distribution of money / materials / staff, etc.
Our marketing team has designed a plan that is a very effective allocator of resources.
That company’s plan is not an effective allocator of resources.
Presumably
adverb
One can assume that something is true / untrue
Presumably she will be at the meeting on time.
Presumably he can speak English quite well.
Earnestly
adverb
Sincerely / seriously
I would earnestly recommend you to not follow his advice.
We need to earnestly study these new ideas.
Factory Floor
noun
The part of a factory / business where products are made
We need to spend some more time on the factory floor and less in meetings.
Our CEO is always checking what’s happening on the factory floor.