Corporate Jargon Dictionary

Ping

Passive-Aggressive Rating
6 / 10
Sincerity Rating
8 / 10

// The Fog (Corporate Definition)

"To send a brief electronic message to initiate contact, check status, or prompt a response."

// The Clarity (Un-glossed Reality)

"I am going to bother you on Slack until you acknowledge my existence."

How They Say It

"I'll ping you on Slack when the client joins the waiting room."

What They Mean

"Watch your messages because I expect an immediate reply."

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