means justify ends

one-act play in the workplace

steve: so shall we pitch our story for best?

f: sure, i already sent back positive reader feedback to clinch the deal

steve: what is it?

f: ``Nice story on italy'' from big fund manager type. tons of money etc.

steve: oh good. just goes to show that the good ideas come from the
bottom and not the top.

f: yes. well. this guy is actually an email stalker who i've been stringing along for a couple of weeks thinking he might come in handy

steve: you turn them on with your talk of flagship carriers, failed takeovers and italian stupidity

f: pretty much