World Cup terms explained
With the World Cup over and Spain the winner, I thought it would be helpful to review several phrases you heard during the broadcasts and where they may have originated from. Advantage Rule: This used to be when a company had a monopoly on a service. Like the old Ma Bell days. Assist: When you are in a call center and you put a customer on hold and ask a colleague a question. They get an assist. Don't overuse it or you may hear the dreaded RTFM. Back Header: This is when you have been with a customer a long time and you simply bend your head back and ask "why me? " Banana Kick: Common in fast food or take out places. You slip on a wet spot and your leg kicks up but you keep your balance and (hopefully) you don't get hurt. If you due hello litigation. Bicycle Kick: When you arrive at work and see no more bicycle slots available. So you kick the one that you haven't recognized before. Chest Trap: This is when you are reading a magazine at work and your boss walks by...