Why Corporate Jargon Doesn’t Impress — It Confuses

Have you ever read phrases like “Let’s touch base” or “We should synergise our efforts”?

You’re not alone.

Corporate jargon pops up everywhere. It might sound polished, but it often complicates things. Especially if English isn’t your first language.

Plain English is clearer. Always.

❌ “Utilise resources” → ✅ “Use resources”
❌ “Synergise” → ✅ “Work together”
❌ “Circle back” → ✅ “Discuss later”
❌ “Touch base” → ✅ “Meet”
❌ “Finalise” → ✅ “Finish”
❌ “Facilitate” → ✅ “Help”

Clear words don’t make you less professional. They make you easier to understand, and that builds trust.

💬 What’s the most confusing piece of jargon you’ve seen lately?