也不是我一个人说了算的嘛
“isn't up to me alone,”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
公司团建的事
“The company's team building activity”
也不是 我 一个人 说了算 的 嘛
“isn't up to me alone,”
是不是
“is it?”
“Don't pin this on me; I am not the sole person in charge here.”
In Chinese corporate culture, emphasizing that a decision is collective helps individuals protect themselves from direct criticism or resentment.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
to have the final say; to call the shots
A very frequent colloquial expression used to describe decision-making power and authority.
one person calling the shots alone
Often negated to deflect individual responsibility or highlight shared governance.
Softens the assertion while implying that what is stated is obvious and justifiable.