It can be funny though to take them seriously.

When I was less responsible (younger) I would do that sometimes.

Someone does a BS bunch of lines, stand up and thank them from the staff for committing to the additional resources for staff.

Follow-up with third parties unironically echoing the message with outcomes the business does not want (ie, please send in your proposals as we are doubling down on our engineering).

I make too much money to do anything like this (and have more control anyways) plus if you are more senior you are expected to understand the game.