Global Industry Observer Gifts

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Loan Alley

"This just in — I no longer have a job."

'Yes, we have a very diversified economy around here.'

"If they can rig emissions tests, why can't they fake crash tests too?"

Bribes.

'Rabner is tops in customer retention.'

Thin Ice

"Before you ask for a raise, I need you to be aware I've got a map of your brain on my mobile."

'Today in school we learned how to blame everything on the United States!'

"Trump's election has certainly thrown the cat amongst the pigeons... The only way we'll get through it is to embrace this new world, develop our business strategy around it! So the plan is to build a betterer business, a beautiful business... One where i

"Thank God your mother didn't live to see what you've become."

'In the modern world manufacturing takes place in China. Most R&D is one in South Korea and support and logistics is based in India.'

Short Memories

'No, the strike isn't over - they're burning the company flag.'

"Nigel - set up a New York Office and have them ring me back immediately.."

'All those in favor of standing and giving me a slow clap...'

Wall Street - Bull in China Drop

"Well you're obviously very good at your job so why don't we promote you to something you know nothing about!"

Distancing with the Stars

'Can't give you a raise. How about a fancy new title?'

Evidence board

"Your Christmas bonus was that I didn't fire you!"

"We used to think sugar and spice were all things nice - until that was proved to be a lie put out by global food manufacturers."

'Well, here's your answer, Schluman. How can I possible promote you to district sales manager if you can't even palm a basketball?'

'Everyone is Economizing.'

"I'd like to know why we're selling elements to the companies, and then turn around and buy compounds from them."

'Making a profit was a lot easier before so many countries abandoned socialism and started competing!'

"Our family of products doesn't want you as its daddy anymore, Edwards."

"I like to think of myself as a nice guy. Naturally, sometimes you have to step on a few faces."

"How long have you been working for Uber?"

Big Oil Destroys the World