Corporate Games Enthusiast Pillows

'We need more points in the paint.'

"Can I savor this for a few moments? The ball's never been in my court before!"

"Here's what I'm gonna do."

"'Quid pro quo' is a no-no, Bradbury. Around here we say 'reciprocal altruism'."

The MBA Draft

'I'm afraid that the top investment banks are looking for more from job applicants than a 'Top Degree from the University of Hard Knocks'.'

'I refuse to relinquish the title, 'Top Young Exec'.'

"We don't have an exercise room here. You'll stay in shape by climbing the ladder, jumping through hoops, toeing the line..."

"I appreciate your vision and work ethic but I have a budget. How much would it cost for your vision without work ethics?"

'It's not just a job. It's about being part of something bigger than yourself.'

Directors Meetings - Please do not disturb.

'Looks like no cash bonus this year.'

'Okay, people... The name of the game is Musical Cubicles! The winner gets to be the new district manager! Ready... set... GO!!'

"We'll start with some 'ice breakers' and 'team building' games..."

Developing links within business.

"As an expert in loyalty, Fido will create an emotional bond with each customer."

Competitive tic-tac-toe

'In case the guys organize a game.'

"Now that's power."

Romney: 'Corporations are people! We just pay a lot less taxes than you!'

Your call is important to us...

Commercial space travel is expensive.

"Since past performance doesn't guarantee future results I suppose it's conceivable you're correct."

Positional authority

"...mpressive C.V.but we have an internal candidate in mind."

'Notice to all employees...there is altogether too much goofing off on company time.'

"You have to understand Johnson, the most important thing is not how much time you spend at work...But how much of that time you spend brown nosing me!"

'Before the meeting starts let's all sing the company song.'

Gigantic Titan Inc personnel: 'We have plenty of computer nerds! What we need is jocks to make our softball team more competitive!'

'Hey, today the garbage, tomorrow the. . . See?! Your first promotion!'

'It's J B's way of coping with being lonely at the top'

'I'm expecting a big raise this year or, at the very least, to keep my job.'

'Welcome aboard, Mr.Olsen. I want to tell you about how this company works.'

'I know what you're thinking, and, no, it's not a golden parachute.'

"Run for it, sir—the cops!"