Corporate Power Dynamics Aficionado Pillows

Do you realise you're talking to somebody who has a three year rolling contract and who knows where all the bodies are buried?

"Welcome to the future"

"Another job well done by your conflict resolution specialist."

'Mr. Dawson, about when I said 'don't pull any punches'...'

"But can't I be feared and loved?"

"You know who's tougher than all your little superheroes? The fossil fuel industry."

"It's Swamp & Swallow - they're making an offer we can't refuse!"

Compression

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

'He doesn't like people walking in - try crawling.'

'I'm looking for an assistant who knows my job, can do my job, but has no interest in having my job.'

"O.K., if you put it that way."

"But I won't bore you with the all too familiar story of a dictator's rise to absolute power,"

"I may be incompetent. But, if you fire me there'll be no one who knows less about this company than you."

'As chairman, that's my opinion. I propose we table any motion to further discuss this matter. All those in favor say 'aye'. All those opposed say 'bye'.'

'I've never had to butter up the boss. I've always been the boss.'

'I have power - but it's not the kind that's easy to abuse.'

Desk sign: 'Brown-nose'.

"If you're wondering why you've been chosen 'Employee of the week,' it's because your work load is about to increase, while your pay remains the same."

"There's no need to go round the table - I know who I am."

Cut directors pay in half and stop all share options - "Right, now, tell me about Plan 'B'."

The Modern Damocles -

'All my venture capital is tied up in Miss Umpley, there.'

Yin and Yang VPs.

'I need you to be more MORE DECISIVE when agreeing with me.'

The Department of People waiting for Something to Happen...

"Corporate thinks it's time we updated our motivational strategies."

Little man in big man's pocket.

"A few of the staff are still a little unsure of their roles in the company...so here's a quick recap."

"The change management consultant wants to move the meeting."

"You're nobody's fool but you're not too smart for you own good, either."

"I don't do intimidation"

'Was there any further criticism om my proposal?'

'You'll be very happy here...I know I am!'

'Some men are born great, some achieve greatness, and some are allowed to work for great men like me.'