Why Having a Vision Isn’t Enough to Be an Effective Leader Flashcards
Lofty
adjective
Very high or elevated in status, character, or quality
* The CEO outlined a lofty vision for the company’s future.
* Their sales target for the quarter seemed a bit lofty but achievable.
In the trenches
phrase
To be actively involved in hands-on, often difficult work, typically alongside others
* It’s hard to make decisions from the office without spending time in the trenches with the team.
* She gained her expertise by being in the trenches during the company’s toughest years.
Logistical
adjective
Related to the planning and coordination of complex operations or resources
* Outsourcing warehouse management helped streamline our logistical operations.
* The logistical support from our partners was crucial during the holiday rush.
Put your whole self
(into something)
verbal phrase
To fully dedicate your energy and focus to a task or activity
* She really put her whole self into the project, working late nights to meet the deadline.
* The team needs to put their whole selves into this strategy if we want to stay ahead of the competition.
Diplomacy
noun
The skill of managing relationships and negotiations between people or groups
* The CEO’s diplomacy helped ease tensions between the two departments, allowing them to collaborate more effectively.
* Effective diplomacy in negotiations can lead to better deals and stronger partnerships in the long term.
Poker face
noun
A facial expression that shows no emotion, used to hide one’s feelings or reactions
* During the negotiation, she maintained a poker face, not revealing any reaction to the offer.
* He kept a poker face during the meeting, even when the feedback was less than favorable.
Neutral
adjective
Not taking sides or showing a preference
* It’s important to maintain a neutral stance when dealing with sensitive customer complaints.
* As a mediator, she ensured a neutral environment for both parties to voice their concerns.
Take a stand
verbal phrase
To express a firm opinion or position on a difficult issue
* It’s important to take a stand on ethical issues, even when they might be controversial.
* As a leader, you may need to take a stand to ensure that company values are upheld in every decision.
Resent
verb
To feel angry about something, often because it is unfair or wrong
* He couldn’t help but resent being overlooked for the promotion despite his hard work.
* Sarah resents being compared to her more outgoing sibling.
Stand on one’s principles
verbal phrase
To firmly uphold one’s values or beliefs despite opposition or pressure to compromise
* He stood on his principles and declined the offer, believing it wasn’t ethically right.
* She refused to compromise and decided to stand on her principles, even if it cost her the deal.
Integrity
noun
The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles
* Maintaining integrity during negotiations helps build lasting business relationships.
* The company values employees who demonstrate integrity, even in challenging situations.
Make a hard call
verbal phrase
To make a difficult decision in situations where there are no easy or perfect solutions
* The manager had to make a hard call about laying off employees to save the company.
* The CEO had to make a hard call to cut the budget, even though it would affect the staff.
Something ‘bombs’
verb
Something fails or performs very poorly
* The product launch bombed, and the company had to rethink their strategy.
* The interview bombed when the candidate couldn’t answer the most basic questions.
“Don’t get me started”
idiom
An expression used to warn someone not to bring up a topic that could lead to a long or emotional discussion
* Don’t get me started on the traffic today, it was terrible!
* Don’t get me started on that project, it’s been nothing but problems.
