unblockers
Things that clear
Unblockers are things or people that remove obstacles or clear the way for progress.
In workplace jargon, an unblocker is someone who resolves impediments preventing a team from moving forward: We need an unblocker to get this project unstuck.
In a more literal sense, unblockers refer to products or tools that clear blockages, such as drain unblockers or software that bypasses internet restrictions.
The term appears frequently in agile development and project management contexts.
Chemical for clogged pipes
- solventDissolving liquid or financially stable
- enzymeProtein that hastens reactions
- surfactantSurface tension lowering compound
- caustic sodaSodium hydroxide
lye · sulfuric acid · sodium hydroxide · bleach · degreaser · plunger · auger · snake
Drug reducing nasal swelling
- expectorantMedication promoting mucus discharge
- laxativePromotes intestinal evacuation
- stentImplanted tube for blockages
- anticoagulantSubstance preventing blood clots
vasodilator · mucolytic · diuretic · antispasmodic · bronchodilator · artery · sinus · nasal spray
To let go
- catharsisPurification through emotional expression
- therapyCurative mental treatment
- ventingReleasing emotion verbally
- journalingRegular personal writing practice
breakthrough · healing · processing · closure · relief · unburdening · letting go · forgiveness
Source of creative impulse
- brainstormingGenerating many ideas freely
- flow stateOptimal engagement condition
- ideationForming mental concepts
- breakthroughSudden important advance
eureka · spark · muse · freewriting · mind map · lateral thinking · improvisation · experimentation
Neutral process guide
- mediatorNeutral conflict resolver
- enablerOne who facilitates harmful behavior
- catalystAgent enabling change
- advocatePublic cause supporter
sponsor · change agent · escalation · workaround · standup · impediment · dependency · stakeholder
Concentrated attention point
- workflowSequential task progression
- prioritizationRanking by importance
- delegationTransferring responsibility downward
- automationSelf-operating system design
scheduling · deadlines · efficiency · procrastination · distraction · bottleneck · backlog · sprint
drain cleaner
Chemical for clogged pipes
- solventDissolving liquid or financially stable
- enzymeProtein that hastens reactions
- surfactantSurface tension lowering compound
caustic soda · lye · sulfuric acid · sodium hydroxide · bleach · degreaser · plunger · auger · snake · hydrochloric acid
decongestant
Drug reducing nasal swelling
- expectorantMedication promoting mucus discharge
- laxativePromotes intestinal evacuation
- stentImplanted tube for blockages
anticoagulant · vasodilator · mucolytic · diuretic · antispasmodic · bronchodilator · artery · sinus · nasal spray · blood thinner
release
To let go
- catharsisPurification through emotional expression
- therapyCurative mental treatment
- ventingReleasing emotion verbally
journaling · breakthrough · healing · processing · closure · relief · unburdening · letting go · forgiveness · acceptance
inspiration
Source of creative impulse
- brainstormingGenerating many ideas freely
- flow stateOptimal engagement condition
- ideationForming mental concepts
breakthrough · eureka · spark · muse · freewriting · mind map · lateral thinking · improvisation · experimentation · divergent thinking
facilitator
Neutral process guide
- mediatorNeutral conflict resolver
- enablerOne who facilitates harmful behavior
- catalystAgent enabling change
advocate · sponsor · change agent · escalation · workaround · standup · impediment · dependency · stakeholder · decision-maker
focus
Concentrated attention point
- workflowSequential task progression
- prioritizationRanking by importance
- delegationTransferring responsibility downward
automation · scheduling · deadlines · efficiency · procrastination · distraction · bottleneck · backlog · sprint · throughput
unblockersclogs
Wooden-soled shoes
blockages · obstructions · jams · stoppages · congestion
unblockersblockers
Things that obstruct
impediments · hindrances · obstacles · roadblocks · showstoppers