"Your Passion For The Issue Doesn'y Justify The Rationale"

Enthusiasm is great, but not at the expense of logic. Its that person who feels so strongly about something but didn't quite think it through. The phrase gets it point across and drops the hint that........ maybe you should think this over.

"The Best Thoughts Always Come Second"

Happens to the best of us ……… the afterthought. Shoudla, woulda, coulda. After you have time to process the situation or have already taken action things just seem a little clearer and then the ideas start popping.

"You Can't Put The Genie Back In The Bottle"

Once its said you can't take it back...……. Its floating in the universe forever.

"That Question Has Alot Of Buckshot In It"

That instance when a rhetorical question reaches new levels. Basically, a question that insinuates something nefarious or a borderline accusation. For the nonobvious - a question that wreaks of an allegation.

"I'd Rather Die On My Feet Instead Of Live On My Knees"

Emiliano Zapata had the right idea when it comes to facing adversity. No one respects a weak kneed individual (unless you play for the NFL - then that's even a stretch). Anyhow, even though the chance that your going down seems likely you can always face it with dignity and respect as opposed to giving in to the opposition - who knows they may even respect you for it.

"Rearranging The Deck Chairs On The Titanic"

Sometimes there is no point in taking certain measures to correct or fix something given the circumstances. Assuming the damage is beyond repair; little gestures or actions have no impact given the enormity of the situation.

"The Rabbits Got The Gun"

Highlighting one of those instances where the hunter has become the hunted. Overall, signifies a reversal in fortune where the opposing party overcame a negative condition to achieve the upper hand in a situation.

"The Horse Is dead; Lets Not Continue To Kick It"

The issue is dead - time to move on. Learn what you can from the situation to better plan or execute in the future. There is no sense in advancing an issue which everyone has accepted to be done or finished despite the unfortunate negative outcome.

"Throw Yourself On The Sword"

Those situations where you or someone else takes all the heat for something that went wrong. Unfortunately, the phrase carries with it a certain type of finality for the person in question - usually denoting a not so good outcome.

"You Can't Unring That Bell"

Yep...........unfortunately once something is said - its out there. Plain and simple. Best to heed the advice of the wise and think before you speak!!!

"Bad News Doesnt Get Better With Time"

No time is better for bad news then the present. Problems don't fix themselves and you might be looking for that soft opening to prepare them for the inevitable. Or, on the other hand letting someone know they should come clean with their bad news because the problem ain't gonna fix itself.

"Before You Start To Bang Your Cup"

...............In other words "before you ask me for money." Not to be used as a subtle stepping off point, but rather a clear acknowledgement that their request for money is either repetitive or just plain not right under the circumstances and the likelihood of them getting the money isn't too good.

"2nd Place Is The 1st Loser"

You either get the deal or you don't. You either get the sale or you don't. A little abrasive but tends to put things into perspective given the fact that you win nothing by coming in 2nd.

"I Can Tell You What You Want To Hear, Or What You Need To Know"

Probably don't want to hit this one too hard depending upon who you are talking to, however seems to break through those preconceived notions held by others and opens their mind up a little bit.

"He's So Crooked He Could Hide Behind A Corkscrew"

A reference best served for politicians, however in business you're bound to run across that man or woman who can rationalize and justify actions no matter how crooked the scheme may be.

"I Was Born At Night But Not Last Night"

Who are you trying to fool!!! That situation where someone is blowing smoke and it becomes so painfully obvious that you have no choice but to speak your mind and let them know you are on to them.....

"He's Off Chasing Unicorns And Rainbows"

Nothing wrong with being an optimist - that's a good thing..........but sometimes we find company with that gal or guy who seems to have a borderline break with reality. They live in their own little fantasy world where we are just merely guests who they can sprinkle their fairy dust on until the sun goes down.

"Staring At Their Shoes"

Bummer.....didn't turn out the way you were expecting, big loss. All you can do is look down and stare at those shoes......Could also be used to describe a group who came up on the losing end of a deal.

"He's Acting Like A Dog With Two Bones"

Greedy, greedy, greedy. Yeah, we know that guy or gal who never seems to get enough. Even once they get what they want they keep coming back for more.......power, money, respect....Good Grief where does it end!!!

"Its Like Herding Cats"

Your typical managers nightmare where everyone who reports to you goes off in their own direction and you can't seem to get everyone on the same sheet. Also applies to a group of small children in a toy store.

"An Empty Can Makes The Most Noise"

That guy or gal who can talk your ear off even though what they are saying has very little value ....... or quite simply all talk and no action.

"The Second Mouse Always Gets The Cheese"

.........Yeah, sometimes you might want to hold off. If the odds are against the first guy who pursues something that is risky, your best move may be to do nothing and see how things play out over time.

"He's Sitting On My Sun Trying To Shine"

We all know the guy or gal who has a habit of taking credit for something you may have done.

"You Can Predict What Will Happen Or Create What You Want"

Motivation !!!! In other words don't wait for something to happen but rather create what it is you want to happen. How do you want that meeting or sales call to go? What preparation do you need to focus on? Make it happen the way you want!