Everyday Office Jargon · Vice President level

"In the driver's seat"

"In the driver's seat" means being in control of a situation or holding the decision-making authority over how something proceeds.

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How "In the driver's seat" shows up at work

Said by the person who wants to make clear they have authority, or by the person handing off a problem to someone else while making it sound like a promotion.

Buzzword

With the new title, Sarah is really In the driver's seat on this account.

Plain English

With the new title, Sarah is the one making the calls on this account.

Corporate Rank: Vice President · Category: Everyday Office Jargon

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