Video

Management Speak and Weasel Words

Pearls of Wisdom

Updated Jun 04, 2018

Course description

Introduces you to the concept of management speak and the dangers of ''weasel words''. It discusses weasel words in relation to setting objectives and explains how they devalue and confuse meaning and understanding.

Learning outcomes

Define the meaning of ''management speak''
Describe what is meant by ''weasel words'' and why they devalue what we say

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Pearls of Wisdom is the eLearning sister brand of in-person training specialists, PD Training. Specialising in microlearning, Pearls of Wisdom has partnered with Go1 to offer a series of animated professional development microlearning videos. Every Pearls of Wisdom video course has been carefully designed to clearly and efficiently explain key concepts so that learners can understand the content quickly. These short courses are ideal for busy professionals looking to refresh old skills or learn about new skills without disrupting the flow of work. Pearls of Wisdom is a provider of over 250 animated videos covering a wide range of essential management and leadership models, all available in the Go1 Content Hub. Pearls of Wisdom is based in Australia however, all of their content is globally relevant.