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Business (Expert Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（上級１章）
Lesson45: Talking about interest to expand overseas

2021年10月14日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn vocabulary. Listen and repeat the words and the sentences with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　capitalize on
	-to get an advantage from a situation
	We will have new markets and reach an entirely new customer base if we capitalize on these opportunities.
2.　prominent
	-popular or important
	The company is prominent in the fashion industry.
3.　timetable
	-a plan showing when things should happen
	Here is the timetable of events for our meeting today.
4.　negotiation
	-the process of discussing something with someone in order to reach an agreement with them, or the discussions themselves
	Compromise is reached by a process of negotiation.
5.　official
	-a person who has a position of responsibility in an organization
	He is a senior official of the bank.

PART A_3

Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.

PART A_4

1. capitalize on
Answer:
2. prominent
Answer:
3. timetable
Answer:
4. negotiation
Answer:
5. official
Answer:

PART B_1

Let’s read the article. Please read it aloud, and I will check your pronunciation and intonation.

PART B_2

Dear employees,

Good day! This letter is to let you know that we are considering opening a branch in another country. Because of new emerging markets, we believe it is high time for us to extend our business. Our cars are in high demand in some parts of the world, but they are generally undistributed. We want to capitalize on such markets and opportunities.

Japan comes to mind as an example. According to market research, car racing has become a prominent sport in the country, with one out of every four males between the ages of 21 and 30 participating in it. We believe we will be able to profit from the opportunities in Japan.

In line with our timetable, we will be sending a team to Japan next month to begin negotiations with the local officials. We want to have your support as we open our first international office.

Sincerely,

John Garcia
CEO
John Motors Inc.

PART B_3

Please summarize the text using your own words and expressions.

PART B_4

PART C_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART C_2

The owner of the company you work for sent an internal email informing
the employees about expanding internationally by opening an overseas branch. Share the details with your coworker who has not received the email yet. Use the following items as your guide:

1) Your company is expanding internationally because of reduced production costs in other nations.
2) The plan is to open your first overseas branch in Indonesia.
3) Your boss asks for support from employees.

PART C_3

PART D_1

Let’s discuss today’s theme. Please answer the questions below.

PART D_2

1.	What will businesses achieve through expanding? Please explain your answer.
2.	What do businesses do during expansion? Please elaborate on your answers.

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Expert Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（上級１章）
Lesson24: Company sales trends

2021年10月14日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn vocabulary. Listen and repeat the words and the sentences with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　consistently
	-in a way that does not change
	The company has consistently succeeded in its product promotion.
2.　sharp fall
	-a quick and sharp sudden drop
	An inadequate person in a job can lead to a sharp fall in sales.
3.　dip
	-to go down to a lower level
	In the first three months of the year, house prices dipped.
4.　recovery
	-the process of becoming successful or normal again after problems
	The boss expects a full recovery of his business after this month.
5.　climax
	-to reach the greatest point or level of activity
	The sales climaxed due to the new product endorsers.

PART A_3

Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.

PART A_4

1. consistently
Answer:
2. sharp fall
Answer:
3. dip
Answer:
4. recovery
Answer:
5. climax
Answer:

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. After that, we’ll switch roles.

以下の会話文を読みましょう。終わったら交代してもう一度読みましょう。

PART B_2

Alex

Good day, Cay! Do you recall some of the details from the presentation?

Cay

Yes, I do. Is there anything I can do to help you?

Alex

Yes. I’m curious as to which months saw continuous revenue growth for our products.

Cay

From January through April, sales of our computer products increased consistently.

Alex

I see. Was there ever a decrease in sales?

Cay

Yes, there was a sharp fall at the start of May. Our sales dipped slightly in the middle of the first half but showed signs of recovery after that.

Alex

What about the cellphone sales peak?

Cay

Well, cellphone sales peaked in June.

Alex

Great! Thank you so much for taking the time to explain everything to me.

Cay

You’re always welcome.

PART B_3

Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.

PART B_4

PART C_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART C_2

You have been invited to a presentation on the company’s sales trends. Following that, you must inform your coworker (your tutor), who was unable to attend the meeting. Use the following as your guide:

-steady sales between January and May
-a sharp fall at the beginning of June
-furniture sales peaked in July

PART C_3

PART D_1

Let’s discuss today’s theme. Please answer the questions below.

PART D_2

1.	What are some of the most effective tactics that firms use to attain their sales peak?
2.	Is it possible to avoid a drop in sales? How so?

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Expert Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（上級１章）
Lesson23: E-mail about an invoice

2021年10月14日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn vocabulary. Listen and repeat the words and the sentences with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　quotation
	-the price that a person or company says they will charge to do a piece of work
	He returned my call and stated that the price quotations were not accurate.
2.　invoice
	-a list of things provided or work done together with their cost, for payment at a later time
	If an invoice is not paid within seven days, we automatically send out a reminder.
3.　verify
	-to prove that something exists or is true, or to make certain that something is correct
	Accountants are working to verify the figures.
4.　billing address
	-the address connected to a specific form of payment, which is typically a credit or debit card
	A billing address is according to your registered home address.
5.　settle
	-to pay, especially money that you owe
	Please settle your bill as soon as possible.

PART A_3

Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.

PART A_4

1. quotation
Answer:
2. invoice
Answer:
3. verify
Answer:
4. billing address
Answer:
5. settle
Answer:

PART B_1

Let’s read the article. Please read it aloud, and I will check your pronunciation and intonation.

PART B_2

Dear Mr. Steve Roberts,

Good day!

This is in response to your confirmation of the quotation we sent on July 10. Thank you for confirming your order of 30 noise-canceling headphones.

Please refer to the attached invoice to verify the details of your order. You can call us at 876-6575 if you have any questions about the invoice.

If there are no problems, please settle your payment by August 5. All cheques should be made payable to Edubox Corporation.

Thank you very much.

Sincerely,

Shane Cruz
Edubox Corporation

PART B_3

Please summarize the text using your own words and expressions.

PART B_4

PART C_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART C_2

You work for a company as an order processor and a customer confirmed his/her order. Share the invoice details with your tutor, who will pretend to be your boss.

1) Confirmed an order for one dining table and four wooden chairs
2) Advised the customer to review the invoice that is attached
3) Informed the buyer that payment is due on or before July 25

PART C_3

PART D_1

Let’s discuss today’s theme. Please answer the questions below.

PART D_2

1.	Why is an invoice important?
2.	Why do you have to settle your payment on time? Please elaborate on your answer.

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Expert Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（上級１章）
Lesson22: E-mail about a quotation

2021年10月14日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn vocabulary. Listen and repeat the words and the sentences with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　quotation
	-a statement of how much a job, service, or product will cost
	You should use a formal tone when creating a business quotation and provide the client with exact pricing.
2.　superior
	-better than average or better than other people or things of the same type
	This handbag is made of superior leather.
3.　verification
	-the act of verifying something (= proving or checking that it exists, or is true or correct)
	The same procedure for verification was followed as for the records of the meetings.
4.　regular customer
	-someone who buys again from a company that they have used before
	I’m a regular customer of this coffee house.
5.　commit to
	-to make a commitment to take action
	The company needs employees who can commit to work four hours a week.

PART A_3

Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.

PART A_4

1. quotation
Answer:
2. superior
Answer:
3. verification
Answer:
4. regular customer
Answer:
5. commit to
Answer:

PART B_1

Let’s read the article. Please read it aloud, and I will check your pronunciation and intonation.

PART B_2

Dear Mr. Garcia,

We got your quotation request on May 14th. Here are the prices for the chairs and tables, as requested. The products are of superior quality. We promise that they will look great in contemporary living rooms.

We ship within one week of receiving your order confirmation. Please be aware that we provide a 10% discount to our regular customers.

Please let us know if you can commit to purchasing these items. You may use the quotation attached as a reference.

Sincerely,

Luna Barcelon
Order Processing Team
Nation Furniture

PART B_3

Please summarize the text using your own words and expressions.

PART B_4

PART C_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART C_2

You have requested a quote from a company and received the e-mail from the company. A coworker is asking about it. Share the quotation with your tutor, who will pretend to be your co-worker. Use the following as your guide:
– The price of a computer monitor is $400.00
– The total of 25 units of computer monitors is $10,000.00
– The company ships within one week of receiving the order verification

PART C_3

PART D_1

Let’s discuss today’s theme. Please answer the questions below.

PART D_2

1.	Should a firm request a quote before making a purchase? Why or why not?
2.	Is it required to include a counter-offer in a quotation? Why or why not?

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Expert Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（上級１章）
Lesson92: Renegotiate a business deal

2021年10月14日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn vocabulary. Listen and repeat the words and the sentences with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　vicinity
	-the area around a place or where the speaker is
	There are a lot of Asian restaurants in the vicinity of our office.
2.　renewal
	-the act of making an agreement continue for an extra period of time after it has come to an end
	Manager Lee is on leave for his visa renewal.
3.　finalize
	-to stop making changes to a plan, date, agreement, etc. and make a final decision about it
	You have to finalize the program for the assembly by Tuesday.
4.　arrive at something
	-to come to a decision about something after much consideration
	We need to arrive at an agreement before we could proceed to the presentation.
5.　mutually
	-felt or done by two or more people or groups in the same way
	Mr. Lombard and I arranged a mutually convenient time to meet for the contract signing.

PART A_3

Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.

PART A_4

1.　vicinity
Answer:
2. renewal
Answer:
3. finalize
Answer:
4. arrive at something
Answer:
5. mutually
Answer:

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. After that, we’ll switch roles.

以下の会話文を読みましょう。終わったら交代してもう一度読みましょう。

PART B_2

Ana (sales representative)

Good afternoon, Tom. I’m glad you could make it.

Tom

Yes, I was meeting a client in the vicinity when I received your message.

Ana (sales representative)

Oh, I see. Well, I wanted to discuss the renewal of the aircon maintenance contract.

Tom

Please, go on.

Ana (sales representative)

Regarding the payment terms of the contract, we would like to adjust the dates.

Tom

I see. We are still finalizing some details so we’re definitely amenable to changes. How much of an adjustment are we talking about?

Ana (sales representative)

Instead of paying after each aircon maintenance service, we’d like it to pay on a monthly basis.

Tom

We can work that out. As you will be paying in bulk, we request payments to be direct deposits. Will that be amenable to you?

Ana (sales representative)

Of course, thank you for your approval.

Tom

Thank you! We hope we can arrive at a mutually beneficial agreement.

PART B_3

Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.

PART B_4

PART C_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART C_2

Your task is to renegotiate a business contract that is up for renewal. Your tutor will act as the business partner. Please use the following as your guide:
– The renewal contract is for the preventive maintenance of a welding machine.
– You want to adjust the payment date.
– Agree to pay in direct deposit.

PART C_3

PART D_1

Let’s discuss today’s theme. Please answer the questions below.

PART D_2

1.	Do you think a renegotiation can negatively affect a business partnership? Please explain your answer.
2.	What are some factors a person should consider to ensure a smooth contract renegotiation?

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Expert Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（上級１章）
Lesson21: Understanding an article about getting out of debt

2021年10月14日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn vocabulary. Listen and repeat the words and the sentences with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　accumulation
	-an amount of something that has been collected
	When a quantity of something is added to or increased over time, it is called accumulation.
2.　numerous
	-many
	Numerous attempts have been made to improve the organization.
3.　loan
	-an amount of money that is borrowed, often from a bank, and has to be paid back, usually together with an extra amount of money that you have to pay as a charge for borrowing
	The bank finally granted me a ￡400 loan.
4.　interest
	-money that is charged by a bank or other financial organization for borrowing money
	Interest on loans is usually quite high.
5.　principal
	-an amount of money that someone has invested in a bank or lent to a person or organization so that they will receive interest on it from the bank, person, or organization
	The principal that he borrowed was 20,000 dollars.

PART A_3

Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.

PART A_4

1. accumulation
Answer:
2. numerous
Answer:
3. loan
Answer:
4. interest
Answer:
5. principal
Answer:

PART B_1

Let’s read the article. Please read it aloud, and I will check your pronunciation and intonation.

PART B_2

Three Easy Steps to Getting Out of Debt

Many people find themselves in debt. The majority of the time, it’s due to the accumulation of bills and loans. Even so, there are numerous options for getting out of debt. Here are three options for doing so. The first method is to create a budget. Find out how much you spend in a month and how you might save money. Budgeting can help you get out of debt in this way. The second option is to consider how you will divide your payments.

Pay more than the minimum amount owing on each debt if you have extra cash. Remember: the obligation with the highest interest must be paid off first. It is the most effective long-term debt relief strategy.

The third option is to pay off the obligation that has the smallest principal first. Seeing a principal decrease to zero encourages people to continue saving to pay off additional obligations.

When you’ve paid off all of your debts, you’ll be able to put more money aside and use it for more important things in the future.

PART B_3

Please summarize the text using your own words and expressions.

PART B_4

PART C_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART C_2

You are researching for your company’s finance lecture on how to get out of debt. Share the facts you gathered with a coworker. Use the expressions you learned today. Your tutor will be your co-worker.

PART C_3

PART D_1

Let’s discuss today’s theme. Please answer the questions below.

PART D_2

1.	Is it even achievable to be debt-free? Please explain your answer.
2.	What are the benefits of living a debt-free lifestyle?

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did in your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Expert Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（上級１章）
Lesson91: Motivating employees

2021年10月14日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn vocabulary. Listen and repeat the words and the sentences with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　matter
	-used in expressions describing how small an amount or period of time is
	The negotiation was over in a matter of minutes.
2.　surpass
	-to do or be better than
	Last quarter, sales surpassed four million.
3.　quota
	-a fixed limit on the amount of something that someone is allowed to have or is expected to do
	She was not able to reach the quota this July.
4.　perseverance
	-continued effort and determination
	Perseverance is a key trait that all entrepreneurs should have.
5.　accomplishment
	-something that is successful, or that is achieved after a lot of work or effort
	Our boss is fond of celebrating accomplishments no matter how small.

PART A_3

Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.

PART A_4

1.　 matter
Answer:
2. surpass
Answer:
3. quota
Answer:
4. perseverance
Answer:
5. accomplishment
Answer:

PART B_1

Let’s read the article. Please read it aloud, and I will check your pronunciation and intonation.

PART B_2

FROM: Louis Mitchell
TO: Sales Staff
SUBJECT: First Quarter Objectives

Dear Sales Team,

I would like to commend you all on a job well done! You pulled through last year’s sales campaign by reaching our sales target in a matter of three months.

As we enter another year, I would like to ask you all to continue doing your best by surpassing last year’s quota. I have no doubt that we can generate more sales next quarter.

Your efforts and perseverance led to this great accomplishment. Big thanks to all of you.

Yours truly,

Louis Mitchell
Sales Manager
Saber Tech

PART B_3

Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.

PART B_4

PART C_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART C_2

Congratulate your teammate who recently represented your startup at the Global Pitch Competition. Your tutor will act as your teammate. Please use the following as your guide:
– Acknowledge your teammate’s efforts.
– Encourage your teammate to work harder for next year’s competition.
– Express your appreciation.

PART C_3

PART D_1

Let’s discuss today’s theme. Please answer the questions below.

PART D_2

1.	What is the best way to motivate employees? Please explain your answer.
2.	How does your team celebrate accomplishments?

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Expert Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（上級１章）
Lesson90: Strengths at a workplace

2021年10月14日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn vocabulary. Listen and repeat the words and the sentences with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　pursue
	-if you pursue a plan, activity, or situation, you try to do it or achieve it, usually over a long period of time
	Anton wants to pursue a career in politics.
2.　breakthrough
	-very important in the progress or development of something or someone, because of solving a big problem or making a big improvement
	This can be your breakthrough project, so you have to give it your all.
3.　grasp
	-the ability to get, achieve, or keep something
	She has a solid grasp of all the marketing materials.
4.　identity
	-the reputation, characteristics, etc. of a person or organization that makes the public think about them in a particular way
	Starbucks has a strong brand identity.
5.　keep your finger on the pulse (of something)
	-to be or remain completely aware of what is happening in a situation
	Most brands turn to social media to keep their fingers on the pulse of the younger generation.

PART A_3

Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.

PART A_4

1.　pursue
Answer:
2.　breakthrough
Answer:
3.　grasp
Answer:
4.　identity
Answer:
5.　keep your finger on the pulse (of something)
Answer:

PART B_1

Let’s read the article. Please read it aloud, and I will check your pronunciation and intonation.

PART B_2

The Path to a Creative Career
Stacy Michaels

Five years ago, I took the biggest risk of my life. After working as a copywriter, I decided to pursue my goal of being a creative director. My breakthrough arrived when I became the creative director of Glam Clothing Inc.

If there is a piece of wisdom I can impart to anyone who wants to be a creative director, it would be to research the business side of creativity. Your inspiration can take you to greater heights but you must also understand things from your client’s perspective. Having a solid grasp of the market will help you strengthen your brand’s image and identity. In my case, I dedicated my time reading various books and magazines on clothes. I visited multiple stores and observed the customers while they shopped; this allowed me to keep my fingers on the pulse of the fashion industry.

If you aspire to become a creative director, you must learn to juggle the diverse duties involved in bringing creative projects to life. The key to any creative career is to balance ideas and technical skills.

PART B_3

Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.

PART B_4

PART C_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART C_2

You are a speaker at an event. You will talk about your experience from being a marketing assistant to the CEO of a wellness brand. Your tutor, who will act as one of the attendees, will ask you the following questions:
– How can I advance my career?
– How can I turn my weaknesses into strengths?

PART C_3

PART D_1

Let’s discuss today’s theme. Please answer the questions below.

PART D_2

1.	Who is your leadership role model?
2.	What is the best advice you can give to someone who wants to change careers?

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Expert Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（上級１章）
Lesson89: Suggesting best work practices

2021年10月14日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn vocabulary. Listen and repeat the words and the sentences with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　evaluation
	-the process of judging or calculating the quality, importance, amount, or value of something
	Sheena is nervous about her upcoming evaluation.
2.　quarter
	-a period of three months in a company’s financial year
	Our sales have decreased this quarter.
3.　distracted
	-nervous or confused because you are worried about something
	He is often distracted when doing administrative tasks.
4.　overwhelming
	-very great or strong
	We received an overwhelming amount of requests from our clients.
5.　achievable
	-able to be achieved, especially after a lot of effort
	I believe that our goal for this project is achievable.

PART A_3

Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.

PART A_4

1. evaluation
Answer:
2. quarter
Answer:
3. distracted
Answer:
4. overwhelming
Answer:
5. achievable
Answer:

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. After that, we’ll switch roles.

以下の会話文を読みましょう。終わったら交代してもう一度読みましょう。

PART B_2

Jesse

Hello, Judith. I called you here today to discuss your evaluation. How do you feel about your performance this quarter?

Judith

Well, I think that I’m doing well in communicating with my clients and meeting their needs.

Jesse

That’s great to hear. As an account executive, you’re expected to establish a solid relationship with your clients. However, I do notice that you get distracted easily these days. Is something the matter?

Judith

I apologize, sir. Lately, I have been feeling exhausted.

Jesse

I understand. But you have to remember that by not being focused, you might end up compromising the quality of your work. I understand that large tasks can be overwhelming. I think it would be best for you to break your tasks into chunks.

Judith

Yes, I should definitely do that.

Jesse

If you split a project up into smaller tasks that require less time, you’ll feel like the end goal is more achievable. After all, smaller tasks are easier to tackle.

Judith

Thank you for the advice, sir. I appreciate it.

Jesse

I see your potential. Down the line, you can handle major clients. I hope to see your quick improvement.

Judith

You can count on me, sir. Thank you.

PART B_3

Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.

PART B_4

PART C_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART C_2

You will act as a manager and you will talk to your company’s marketing assistant about his/her work practices. Please use the following as your guide.
– Praise the marketing assistant for his/her creativity and enthusiasm.
– Note that he/she often submits her proposals late.
– Give him/her advice on how to improve.

PART C_3

PART D_1

Let’s discuss today’s theme. Please answer the questions below.

PART D_2

1.	What are some good work habits?
2.	What are some ways to stay motivated at work?

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Expert Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（上級１章）
Lesson88: Performance evaluation

2021年10月14日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn vocabulary. Listen and repeat the words and the sentences with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　meticulous
	-very careful and with great attention to every detail
	Ms. Bianca is known for her meticulous approach to work.
2.　liaise
	-to speak to people in other organizations, etc. in order to work with them or exchange information with them
	I need to liaise with our suppliers tomorrow morning.
3.　punctual
	-arriving, doing something, or happening at the expected, correct time; not late
	Everyone admires Norman for being a kind, trustworthy, and punctual employee.
4.　shortcoming
	-a fault or a failure to reach a particular standard
	You must not let your shortcomings at work get you down.
5.　output
	-the amount of goods and services, or waste products, that are produced by a particular economy, industry, company, or worker
	The marketing team has produced its best output in years.

PART A_3

Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.

PART A_4

1. meticulous
Answer:
2. liaise
Answer:
3. punctual
Answer:
4. shortcoming
Answer:
5. output
Answer:

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. After that, we’ll switch roles.

以下の会話文を読みましょう。終わったら交代してもう一度読みましょう。

PART B_2

Tom

Hi, Laura. I hope everything is well with you. You’ve been at the company for two years now. Time flies, huh?

Laura

Yes, indeed. I still remember my first week here. It’s been amazing.

Tom

That’s great. Well then, I would like to give my feedback on your performance for the past two months.

Laura

Yes, sir. Please let me hear it.

Tom

I am pleased to inform you that as a public relations coordinator, you have been demonstrating an outstanding performance as of late. You’re creative and meticulous. I’m also impressed with how well you liaise with our clients.

Laura

I’m glad to hear that, sir.

Tom

However, you need to work on being punctual. We noticed that you have been late for several meetings.

Laura

Yes, sir, I apologize. There is no excuse for my tardiness. I will do my best to be punctual at all times.

Tom

I appreciate that. Despite that shortcoming, I am satisfied with your outputs and with that, we would like to offer you a raise.

Laura

Thank you very much. I will work even harder in the future.

PART B_3

Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.

PART B_4

PART C_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART C_2

Evaluate the performance of your team’s marketing assistant. Your tutor will act as the marketing assistant. Please use the following as a guide:
– Praise his/her overall work performance.
– State areas for improvement.

PART C_3

PART D_1

Let’s discuss today’s theme. Please answer the questions below.

PART D_2

1.	Why is performance evaluation important?
2.	How should an employee deal with negative feedback?

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

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