Read between the lines

In the corporate world, communication is very indirect and words are normally pregnant. It is very important to be able to interpret the true meaning of any mail, conversation, statement. The more we understand the corporate language the easier it is to save our jobs and move ahead in our career.

For Ex :
Boss - When I was of your age I never used to be late in office. As a well wisher, I do not want you to get into this bad habit at such an early part of your career.
Actual meaning - Please treat this as the last warning. Be on time or I will kick your ass.

It is very important to read between the lines which will easily come from experience and alertness. It is foolish to take things on face value. One has to be diplomatic and sharp to tackle such things :)