The Corporate Translator
A Guide to Nonsense Words in the Office
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Pub Date Aug 25 2026 | Archive Date Aug 25 2026
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Description
Corporatespeak: “Take this offline.” Translation: “I have no idea how to handle this, so I'm just going to hope you forget about it.”
Whether you're a burned-out professional, a veteran of Zoom calls that could've been emails, or a fresh grad learning to speak fluent office, stand-up comedian Mike Mancusi—as his viral character the Corporate Translator—shares the practical takeaways anyone can use to communicate like a human at work.
- 100+ buzzwords and euphemisms decoded into plain English
- HR-approved ways to express pure hostility to a coworker
- Scripts for negotiating raises, acing interviews, and navigating the office environment from onboarding to exit interview
- A “What They Say vs. What They Mean” guide to office life
Decode the chaos and laugh your way through your next performance review!
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| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9798881610258 |
| PRICE | $18.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 144 |
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