Business Meeting Gifts

"So let's roll up our sleeves and show that America still builds the world's greatest advertising."

'Quick, Ted, get that one down on paper before you forget it.'

'Rising energy costs have forced us to turn off the light at the end of the tunnel.'

'At this point, I'll ask all of you to follow me to the conference room directly below us!'

'And now for the treasurer's report.'

"I'm afraid 'It's a surprise', doesn't cut it as a growth strategy."

'Today's theme is 'Getting Beyond Group Think'.'

'Gentlemen, I've been authorized to sweeten the offer.'

'All in favor of just laughing it off, say ha, ha, ha.'

'I'll show you mine, if you show me yours.'

'If you connect these dots, ladies and gentlemen, you'll know our financial position.'

"Does it still qualify as a quorum if half the participants slept through the meeting?"

"And these projections are based solidly on hope, crossed fingers, and fear."

'We're well positioned, but we lack leadership.'

Man video conferencing - "Shall we all meet up after this?"

'Yes, I'll be in in a minute. I'm just rehearsing some candid remarks.'

'Please remember, it's not a lie if it turns a profit.'

'Remember our strategy. You divide, I'll conquer.'

"One final question, will you be taking prisoners?"

'Watch it...I'm carrying a concealed weapon...my lawyer.'

"Better put out notepads and pens in case any of them has an idea."

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'84% of our losses are due to accounting errors.'

"It's an in-depth look at our profit."

'We will not kick the can down the road... Does anyone know how to use a can opener?'

'...and if you want to see this month's figures, you'll have to go down to the basement!'

'If you think Plan A was unworkable, wait until you see our Plan B.'

'Following this brief financial report, there will be a buffet for you to enjoy.'

"I suggest we take lunch before I read the rest of it."

'Try and be negative in a positive way.'

"We've been at it for the better part of an hour and still no solution."

"I want to apologise for calling this meeting on such short notice."

"While you make the sales presentation, Monica. I'll scope out the room and try to identify this company's Achilles heel!"

"A great quarter always puts the old man in a jocular mood."

"Look, the product is okay; what it lacks is a compelling narrative."