What was said? “We need a planning meeting to ‘set the duck.’”
Did someone really say that? Yes, when talking to a client about their need to get organized and prioritize their initiatives for 2025.”
What does it mean? It means to get things in alignment / in order. It is not to be confused by “sitting duck.”
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What was said? “Eventually, the worm is going to turn.’”
Did someone really say that? Yes, in a meeting discussing employee survey results and how they eventually will “get better.”
What does it mean? In this instance, it’s more about a change in luck. The outlook shifts from a bleak forecast to a bright one. It can also refer to a person who has been treated badly for some time. Eventually, they resist and stand up to their “attacker.”
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