The Ridiculous Business Jargon Dictionary: J-words

Do you wonder where your co-workers picked up all the ridiculous things they say? From fresh-faced interns to top management, everyone drops one of these gems occasionally. We can only hope that you're not here to actually add buzzwords to your vocabulary.

Jargon basement [adj.]	The worst of the worst, nails-on-a-chalkboard jargon.
Jargonaut [n.]	A true master of ridiculous jargon, this individual has a robust vocabulary, but none of it means anything. Suggested by Chuck H.
Jawbone [v.]	To talk someone into doing something.
JDI [n.]	Just Do It. Something that your boss believes any reasonable person could complete quickly and simply. "End of discussion. This is a JDI; get it done!" Suggested by Matt.
Jingle [n.]	A phone call. "Just give me a jingle before you head home today."
Job lock [exp.]	Employees that want to leave their jobs, but don't want to lose their benefits.
Job-ready [adj.]	A potential employee that has the right qualities.
Jobfuscate [v.]	To make your job appear so complex that others, especially your boss, can't possibly understand it. Suggested by Sue C.
Jobstopper [n.]	A tattoo on a part of the body that isn't covered by business-casual.
Jockey for position [v.]	To compete for a larger market share.
John Hancock [n.]	Signature. "We just need your John Hancock on these forms."
Johnny-come-lately [n.]	A late entrant into a particular market.
Juice [n.]	Connections, influence.
Juice moment [n.]	Giving direction with a patronizing amount of detail, as if speaking to little children. Don't forget your juice, kids. Suggested by Chris K.
Jump the couch [exp.]	When unpredictable or strange behavior has a negative impact on one's reputation.
Junior leaguers [n.]	Rich and unemployed young women.