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The corporate world has developed jargon to communicate ideas, concepts, and trends in a quick and efficient manner. However, some terminology is so overused that the original meaning is lost, becomes a tired cliché or, worse, takes on unintended connotations. Overusing business jargon can hinder understanding and create a sense of alienation among team members and consumers who want to be communicated with in clear, plain language.

Twenty members of Forbes Coaches Council Expert Panel share commonly heard pieces of workplace jargon smart executive leaders avoid, and why using these popular phrases can be counterproductive.

Dr. Chris Allen, a Forbes Coaches Council member, shares this tip on jargon leaders should avoid:

7. ‘Work-Life Balance’

Executive leaders should let go of the term “work-life balance.” We know that balance does not exist. Additionally, this term implies a perfectionism that puts pressure on leaders, especially women. Terms such as “work-life harmony” or “work-life integration” acknowledge that one size does not fit all and that leaders need to develop a lifestyle that works for them, given their unique life situations.

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