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"Brad, we've got to talk."

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People to Avoid at Parties No 564 Bankers.

"I've never actually run but I understand the marathon mentality."

"Ok, remember, we can't ttalk about anything that matters with these guys anymore."

"Be patient with Ed. You can skip his political harangue in 15 seconds and move right onto sports."

'There s nothing to discuss Lester...I told you maybe and that's final!!!'

'Be patient. In 15 seconds you can skip his political opinioning and move right into sports.'

'The Boss is coming to dinner tonight - please don't open a can of worms again.'

"People don't understand that alcoholism is a hazard of my profession!"

"Can we have a civilised evening with our friends without you banging on about religion...?"

"These projections don't make sparkles shoot out my ass."

'Are you sure that's the right map?'

UK/US Free Trade Deal

'Your resume is a little thin, but I like your willingness to be manipulated by upper management.'

'The church says the Earth is flat, but I know that it is round for I have seen the shadow on the Moon, and I have more faith in a shadow than in the Church.'

"I wasn't the smartest guy in the room, but I was the loudest."

"I think I've figured out why we can't find the marina."

"We need a best practice swim lane to leverage our core competency, move the needle outside the box, and open the kimono while keeping our ducks in a row. Can anyone give me a sustainable solution to more vertical effectiveness without getting too granula

"I remember when the death of the hero meant the end of the sequels. Now it marks the beginning of the prequels."

'Are we there yet?'

'Ok, here's the meeting agenda ... it's gonna be a long one.'

Characters jumping out of a book.

"A journey of a thousand miles begins with a MAP, actually."

Library - Political Science section - 'What to do until the spin doctor comes'

'AHH, here it is! At the next intersection, turn left, then cough, following that, turn right, then cough...' WHEN DOCTORS NAVIGATE.

"More rescue efforts, less screenplay."

'It's a senior management position. We need someone who can listen politely, and then say no.'

'I'm not being punished! I'm reading because I happen to enjoy reading!'

"Your credentials are impressive, Carter but... quite frankly, Mr. Biggles doesn't seem to like you."

"We've done a rigorous examination of your business plan using the latest algorithms to model future profits. . . which way up would you like it?"

"What your memoir really needs is an addiction."

"I am not asking for directions."

'I'm part of the decision-making process... I'm the 'No' part.'

The writers group met every Tuesday for support and fellowship.