“I’m having a 4th Monday this week”
I like to explore all the angles before committing to a decision
This looks like the right one.
Depends on context. If it’s after a bad blunder it’s probably a poor reply, because it makes it seem like you’re trying to cover it up.
“I need my coffee” has never failed me!
This is why I love working in a blue collar field. Who needs professionalism. “Sorry boss, brain’s fucked today. Explain it at me like I’m an apprentice.”
“Thinky thingy fucky wucky talky slowly”
We need some internal discussion on this. (When talking to an external party or another department)
“It’s been a long day.”
“let’s pencil in a session about that tomorrow morning”
Unfortunately due to other matters I don’t have the bandwidth today.
Let’s schedule a follow-up to discuss for a later date so I can give this the focus it warrants.
This is the one. Polite and professional, and also acknowledges the importance of the other person’s viewpoint.
Sorry but my burnout quotient is too damn high today. Leave it with me and I’ll ponder it while I grab an emergency tea.
The coffee hasn’t kicked in yet.
Bonus round: you don’t drink coffee.
I just need a quick bump and I’ll be back in action
What’s the priority on this? I’ve been a little scattered today.
Bear with me, I’ve been running around all day, and I need to catch up and refocus.
I like the first sentence as a standalone reply.
Sorry, I have a case of the Mondays!
I believe you get your ass kicked for saying something like that
Not if you say it on a Thursday. With a gallon of coffee in hand.
I promise I’m smart my brain is just sautéed.
“Just back from annual leave and trying to get upto speed” or “just had the closing meeting on an old project. Once I’m fully read in on this I will be able to take it on”
I find the blank, abyssal stare of one desperately trying to piece reality back together long enough to hold conversation, sends a pretty clear message
“My apologies, I seem to have contracted an acute case of skibidi brainrot.”
Yo dawg, fr fr my skibidity’s da bomb ya’ight, cap.
At that point, see if they can keep up with you😜
