Everyday Office Jargon · Vice President level

"Herd mentality"

"Herd mentality" describes the tendency to follow the group's decisions or behavior rather than thinking independently.

Say this instead: following the crowd

How "Herd mentality" shows up at work

Usually invoked by someone who wants to feel contrarian without actually taking a contrarian position. The irony is that calling out herd mentality in a strategy meeting is itself a well-worn move.

Buzzword

We can't let herd mentality drive our product roadmap decisions.

Plain English

We should make product decisions based on our own data, not just copy competitors.

Corporate Rank: Vice President · Category: Everyday Office Jargon

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