Across
- 5. Stress caused by rolling out too many new tools or systems at once
- 6. Extended work session lasting through the night to meet deadlines
- 13. Gradually weaken a colleague, plan, or initiative in a business setting
- 14. Acquisition made primarily to obtain talent
- 15. Blended physical-digital experience used in modern customer engagement
- 16. Formal recognition given for outstanding business performance
- 17. Serious mood in the workplace during negative announcements
- 18. Work not requiring real-time interaction, common in distributed teams
- 21. Actions used to influence competitor perceptions
- 24. Group of younger employees advising executives on emerging trends
- 25. Intentional action that undermines business projects or processes
- 27. Standard 9-to-5 schedule limiting availability
- 29. Repeated guiding phrase used to align team culture
- 30. Early test model built before full product launch
- 31. Unprofessional or inappropriate language in a workplace setting
- 32. Seriousness of a business decision or situation
- 33. Department responsible for marketing communications strategy
Down
- 1. Reduced productivity caused by lack of rest in high-pressure roles
- 2. Full journey designed to maximize repeat business
- 3. Workplace behavior considered unacceptable or off-limits
- 4. Overload of conflicting messages in a noisy organizational environment
- 7. Relying on an initial number to frame negotiations or pricing
- 8. Harsh, critical rant delivered during workplace conflict
- 9. Sustained energy required during demanding business cycles
- 10. Large, established organizational structure or system
- 11. Organizational chaos during restructuring or major transition
- 12. Simplified version of a product to appeal to a broad market
- 19. Attempt to renegotiate deal terms after an agreement is reached
- 20. Buyer seeking long-term synergy and competitive advantage
- 22. Ease employee concerns during challenging business changes
- 23. Creative spark that drives innovation within a company
- 26. Long-term employment status that stabilizes institutional knowledge
- 28. Violation of workplace rules or compliance policies