3 definitions by Cale Dempster
Independent contractors brought in by upper management under the auspices of "streamlining work flow", but in actuality to suggest what positions can be eliminated thus reducing headcount and overhead for purposes of downsizing.
In the movie "Office Space" the characters referred to as "The Bobs" are classic examples of chainsaw consultants. The main character avoids being fired through a combination of unexpected brutal honesty about his lack of passion for his position, and also engendering camaraderie with those sent to determine if his
job is really necessary.
job is really necessary.
by Cale Dempster December 9, 2008
A common situation where a vehicle pulls in front of you, always traveling much more slowly, which you can not pass due to heavy traffic or road design, and is inexplicably making every single turn you intend to make until you reach your destination.
When driving through a subdivision to get to a fiend's house, a fully-loaded moving van or a driver who is lost, creeps along in front of you, making every turn you need to, and will remain in front of you for the entirety until you reach that friend's house.
"Sorry I'm late. I was stuck behind a school bus that was following in front of me and I never had an opportunity to pass it."
"Sorry I'm late. I was stuck behind a school bus that was following in front of me and I never had an opportunity to pass it."
by Cale Dempster June 17, 2010
Meal purchased by the company, often pizza, and delivered for employees who bosses require them to attend a meeting or work over their lunch hour.
"I was planning on running some errands over my lunch hour, but the VP is keeping us in a meeting. At least he ordered us hostage lunch."
by Cale Dempster February 15, 2007