Synonyms

It’s 7:30 a.m. You’re supposed to lead a meeting in an hour, but your head is pounding and your stomach feels unsettled. You type a … Read More

You get a late-night message from a colleague who just lost a client. Or a friend texts after a tough breakup. You pause before replying. … Read More

You’re in the middle of a deadline. Your inbox keeps pinging. A colleague walks over and says, “Got a minute?” Without thinking, you reply, “I’m … Read More

Picture this: a colleague asks if you can review their presentation before tomorrow’s client call. You respond, “I would be happy to.” Instantly, your answer … Read More

You’ve just finished mentoring a colleague before a big presentation. A friend is about to sit for an important exam. A teammate is leaving for … Read More

You’ve just finished a job interview. The hiring manager smiles and says, “I will let you know.” Or maybe your colleague asks if you can … Read More

You’re in a team meeting. A deadline just moved up. Your manager looks at you and asks, “Can you handle this by Friday?” You pause … Read More

You’ve just sent a proposal to a potential client. At the end of your message, you write, “I will contact you next week with the … Read More

You’ve just wrapped up a job interview. The hiring manager smiles, stands up, and says, “I will be in touch.” You leave wondering-does that mean … Read More

You receive a calendar invite for a client meeting. You need to confirm your presence quickly, clearly, and professionally. Instead of writing a long reply, … Read More