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Re: OT: Need a Witty Comeback - Reverse Babble for the Workplace
Brit\'s Brat #1721901 08/02/06 01:12 PM
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“4) climbers - don't hesitate to brag how wonderful they are and will step on anyone they need to in order to get a head.”

Do they mount these heads on a wall in their office?


How about some resources. It’s amazing what’s on the internet, huh…

http://www.halfbakery.com/idea/snappy_20comeback_20flashcards

http://alt-usage-english.org/sdc2000/snappy.html

http://www.desiboyzmasala.com/article.as...;wp=1&ps=15

There are tons more.


I’ve found the best response to “You are sure quiet today” kind of thing is to reply with a completely off-the-wall remark. Something from way out in left field, apropos of nothing whatsoever going on right now. The more outrageous the better.

Like, stare at his tie for a moment and ask him where he plugs it in.


Sorry, it's lunch time, I'm bored, and I just couldn't resist.

"Never forget that your pain means nothing to a WS." ~Mulan

"An ethical man knows it is wrong to cheat on his wife. A moral man will not actually do it." ~ Ducky

WS: They are who they are.

When an eel lunges out
And it bites off your snout
Thats a moray ~DS
Re: OT: Need a Witty Comeback - Reverse Babble for the Workplace
Aphelion #1721902 08/02/06 01:52 PM
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them: Your awfully [quiet] todaaaaaaaaaay. <dripping sarcasm>

you: I consider it a cardinal rule not to let my mouth get ahead of my very capable brain. This is a serious issue we're evaluating....I believe my first job is to get enough information, process it, and prevent premature babbling. Nobody wants to hear about problems at this level of management.....what they want to hear are "solutions". I prefer to be a part of solution rather than the problem.....so when I'm prepared to speak....that's where I'm going to be.
Re: OT: Need a Witty Comeback - Reverse Babble for the Workplace
star*fish #1721903 08/02/06 04:49 PM
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If I'm not misreading the situation, I believe this will hit a nerve... because it's true:

"I'm deciding how best to provide my evidence about your affair with [other colleague's name] to [our boss] and your spouses. I want to do it with compassion, and that's pretty tough in this case."

Sunny Day, Sweeping The Clouds Away...

Just J --
Re: OT: Need a Witty Comeback - Reverse Babble for the Workplace
Just J #1721904 08/02/06 05:27 PM
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I don't play politics well.

Usually just say "thanks" and smile. Genuine smile too.

SS

I think sometimes about all the pain in the world. I hope we can ease that here, even if only a little bit.
Re: OT: Need a Witty Comeback - Reverse Babble for the Workplace
still seeking #1721905 08/02/06 11:25 PM
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You're awfully quiet there...

And that means?

Oh! You noticed?

On purpose.

For more quick-witted come-backs, learn the dummy curve taught by David Sandler - look on ebay.com for "Sandler Sales Training"

Cafe Plan B link http://forum.marriagebuilders.com/ubbt/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=2182650&page=1

The ? that made recovery possible: "Which lovebuster do I do the most that hurts the worst"?

The statement that signaled my personal recovery and the turning point in our marriage recovery: "I don't need to be married that badly!"

If you're interested in saving your relationship, you'll work on it when it's convenient. If you're committed, you'll accept no excuses.
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