Seating Plan Strategist Pillows

Though Bob was 32, he still got stuck at the little table.

"Looks like we found the issue."

"Marshall, somewhere out there, just waiting for us, is a loophole in the system."

"I'm afraid 'It's a surprise', doesn't cut it as a growth strategy."

Colour Version: Living by the Clock

"We need to reset our fiscal compass to the changing business horizon."

'Fred, I want you to sanitize this, punch it up, dumb it down, leak it to the media and then be fully prepared to deny it!'

"All we have to fear is fear itself and unmet quarterly projections."

'The good news is we've discovered a vast new oil resource. The bad news is we need a space ship to get there.'

Corporate departments as a metaphor for growing up.

Failure/Due Diligence

Plan 'A', Plan 'B' - "I say we should go with plan 'A', sir."

Jack and Ina build their dream house.

'Does it bother anyone else that our entire business is based on one questionable product?'

"We've developed a five year plan that includes ample provisions for another five year plan if this one doesn't work."

"No, we can't get you a new toy every time we go shopping."

"De l'huile bouillante, pas du fromage fondu!"

"After an extensive analysis of your company's strengths and weaknesses our recommendation is to give us more money."

"First time visitors should always check the seating chart before entering the sanctuary."

Business cartoon showing sales declining so much that they bounce off the floor.

'Thanks for coming to this 12.01 appointment, but I'm afraid my 12.02 has now arrived.'

"Store policy is that I need a note from your wife."

"I can't decide whether to get upset and wake him up... or wait and see if it works!"

'This was designed for people who have mastered easy chairs and want to attempt something more difficult.'

"Yes, but I'll know it's a recliner."

"Does it ever cross your mind that we make a lot of money because no one else wants to do what we do?"

Holiday Sales: The Starting Line

'We had no contingency plan for things going right.'

"Not the most impressive strategic plan I've ever seen."

'Diversify, diversify, diversify. Never keep all your eggs in one basket, unless it's Easter.'

Shampoo and Salad Dressing.

"Well, do you want to buy this sofa or not? You've been on it for three days!"

"I'll throw in a few extra pinstripes."

"Consumer confidence remains high as long as we keep them distracted buying stuff."

US fears missile competition.