New Career Gifts

'How do you know if you're a flying squirrel if you don't try?'

After his first day, Lester, the new accountant for Acme Solar, Wind & Biomass Energy, Corp., realized he had become a green bean counter.

"Where would you see yourself in five years' time?"

"Is the job interesting? It's riveting."

Pirate with a Shepherd's Crook for an Arm

Marty's First and Last Day As a Fireman

'I've been a broker for almost three days and I've never seen the market act like this.'

'You'll fit right in here. I already hate you.'

'I hear you're leaving us, Wilkins!'

Don't be chicken. Follow your dreams.

'Do you think, perhaps, that we could start shooting for a few longer-term goals around here?'

'I hope you're not threatened by powerful women, because you're fired.'

Where your mind & battle are los

At the end of each day, Gary had approximately 7 minutes of free time – which left him feeling very vulnerable.

"This is not permanent...we'll be back as soon as things start to look up."

Butterfly Woman

'Let's not go by the book.'

I hope a starting salary of 80 and a severance of 12 is acceptable....

'You could be a constant inspiration for us to come up with a plan to get a leg up on our competition...you're hired!'

'Finally! A meeting with one of the bigwigs.'

In basket-case.

'How fast can you hype?'

"Oh, yes, and there's plenty of opportunity for advancement."

Large Dollar Sign Office Block

"I caution everyone to avoid taking the first field reporter job that comes along."

Others will fight for you

'You're my best man, Pomeroy, so I've decided to sell the damn company.'

Formal SuitsBusiness SuitsBirthday Suits.

"It's clear to me that you want to go far with this company."

'For your information, I am engaging the energy of change and complexity to create the future I desire.'

'I'll make my final decision on that promotion of yours, after this game.'

"Why can't the rest of you be more like Rollins, here? He does his homework!"

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

"So, tell me a little bit more about this house training you mention on your CV."

Things-to-do-today: Daily workboxes piled up on desk.