The Most Common Buzzwords · Associate level

"Take the lead"

"Take the lead" means to be the person primarily responsible for managing or directing a project or effort.

Say this instead: lead it

How "Take the lead" shows up at work

A softer way to assign accountability without using the word 'responsible,' which apparently sounds scarier. Common in cross-functional projects where everyone agrees something should happen but no one wants to be the one who has to make it happen.

Buzzword

Can you take the lead on coordinating with the vendors this quarter?

Plain English

Can you lead the vendor coordination this quarter?

Corporate Rank: Associate · Category: The Most Common Buzzwords

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