It has been brought to management's attention that some
individuals throughout the company have been using foul language during the course of normal conversation with their coworkers. Due to complaints received from some employees who may be easily offended, this type of language will no longer be tolerated. We do, however, realize the critical importance of being able to accurately express your feelings when communicating with coworkers.
Therefore, a list of "TRY SAYING" new phrases has been provided so that proper exchange of ideas and information can continue in an effective manner without risk of offending our more sensitive employees.
1. TRY SAYING: Perhaps I can work late.
INSTEAD OF: And when the fuck do you expect me to do this?
2. TRY SAYING: I'm certain that isn't feasible.
INSTEAD OF: No fucking way.
3. TRY SAYING: Really?
INSTEAD OF: You've got to be shitting me!
4. TRY SAYING: Perhaps you should check with...
INSTEAD OF: Tell someone who gives a shit.
5. TRY SAYING: I wasn't involved in the project.
INSTEAD OF: It's not my fucking problem.
6. TRY SAYING: That's interesting.
INSTEAD OF: What the fuck?
7. TRY SAYING: I'm not sure this can be implemented.
INSTEAD OF: This shit won't work.
8. TRY SAYING:I'll try to schedule that.
INSTEAD OF: Why the fuck didn't you tell me sooner?
9. TRY SAYING: He's not familiar with the issues.
INSTEAD OF: He's got his head up his ass.
