Public Servant Tacks On “Going Forward” To End Of Sentence To Increase Perceived Intelligence
GORDON LIGHTFOOT | Culture “MOVING INTO THE FUTURE” James Tilford, a Wellington-based middle manager, dazzled colleagues with his mastery of the spoken word at this morning’s leadership hui. The 45 year old was able to attach intelligent-sounding phrases to the end of sentences in such a way that elevated his professional standing to new heights. […]