Management Techniques

noun An organization or economic system where goods and services are exchanged for one another or for money

• The company is looking to expand its business operations internationally.
• I'm thinking of starting my own business selling handmade crafts.
• My dad's business is really booming right now.
• Taking risks is just part of the business of life.

noun a person who controls the making of a movie or television program

verb to control or manage the operations of; to give instructions or orders for something to be done in a particular way

adjective going straight from one point to another without turning or stopping; without anyone or anything else being involved or coming between

adverb in a straight line or by the shortest route; without changing direction or stopping

• The manager gave me direct instructions on how to complete the project.
• She told me straight up what needed to be done.
• He laid it out for me, no beating around the bush.
• Her words were a direct hit to my heart.

noun a heavy revolving wheel in a machine that is used to increase the machine's momentum and thereby provide greater stability or a reserve of available power

• The company's consistent growth over the years is a result of the flywheel effect in their business strategy.
• Once the project gains momentum, it's like a flywheel effect - everything starts moving faster and faster.
• When you start seeing success, it's like the flywheel effect kicks in and things just start rolling smoothly.
• The flywheel effect of positive habits can lead to significant improvements in one's life over time.

noun the skill or quality of being a general; leadership or command ability in military matters

• His exceptional generalship led to victory in the battle.
• The general's skillful generalship helped the army win the war.
• The general showed some serious generalship skills on the battlefield.
• Her generalship in navigating difficult situations was truly impressive.

noun a position of leadership or authority

verb to assume control or responsibility

• It is important for a leader to take charge and make decisions for the team.
• When no one else knows what to do, I just take charge and figure it out.
• When things get crazy, someone needs to step up and take charge.
• In order to succeed, you must take charge of your own destiny and make things happen.

verb to reduce or decrease something, typically in a controlled or strategic manner

• The project manager needed to manage down the team's expectations regarding the timeline for completion.
• I had to manage down my friend's excitement about the concert tickets because they might get canceled.
• I had to manage down my mom's worries about me going out late with my friends.
• The CEO had to manage down the company's expenses in order to stay profitable during the economic downturn.