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Business (Expert Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（上級１章）
Lesson100: Personnel transfer

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.　earn (one’s) stripes
	-to do something which shows that one deserves to be accepted and respected by the other people in a field or profession
	She has yet to earn her stripes as a team leader.
2.　career trajectory
	-the path your jobs take as you move forward, backward, or stay on an even keel during your working years
	I’m thinking of going into a career trajectory that is more aligned with my bachelor’s degree.
3.　make the grade
	-to succeed or reach the desired standard
	His five-year experience as an operations staff makes the grade for the operations manager position.
4.　pull (one’s) weight
	-to do one’s fair share of work
	Our presentation would be a disaster if you don’t pull your weight.
5.　keep/get (one’s) creative juices flowing
	-to become inspired to greater creativity, productivity, or energy
	According to research, reading helps people to get their creative juices flowing.

PART A_3

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

PART A_4

1. earn (one’s) stripes
Answer:
2. career trajectory
Answer:
3. make the grade
Answer:
4. pull (one’s) weight
Answer:
5. keep/get (one’s) creative juices flowing
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

Margareth

Good afternoon, Ms. Gonzales. I hope you’re not busy right now.

Ms. Gonzales

It’s alright, please come in. So, are we here to discuss your transfer request?

Margareth

Thank you. And yes, Ms. Gonzales. I believe I’ve earned my stripes to request a transfer to the content editor-in-chief position.

Ms. Gonzales

Could you first tell me why you want that position?

Margareth

I’ve been eyeing that position for quite some time now. I think my career trajectory aligns more with it.

Ms. Gonzales

I’m glad you’re taking the initiative to level up your career. But let me first ask why you think you’re qualified for this position.

Margareth

For one, I think my three-year experience as a content writer makes the grade for this position.

Ms. Gonzales

Hmmm… Okay. But, how can that contribute to being an editor-in-chief?

Margareth

I can use the knowledge and experience that I have earned in the past three years to improve our content editing process. Also, being a former proofreader, I could make initiatives to help reduce our writers’ errors, such as facilitating grammar or writing workshops.

Ms. Gonzales

Right. Regarding your performance, tell me how you handle your current position as a content writer.

Margareth

Well, I always pull my weight in continuously improving our content. I also make sure to keep my creative juices flowing in order to provide input to our content strategy planning.

Ms. Gonzales

Very well, Margareth. Please give me till Wednesday to think this through. Thank you.

Margareth

Thank you so much.

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 in a customer support position for three years and are thinking that now is the perfect time for a career trajectory. Talk to your tutor, who will play your manager’s role, about your transfer request. Please use the expressions you have learned in this lesson.
– Position to transfer to: Customer Support Trainer
– Qualifications for the position: Five years of solid experience in the customer service
– Recent performance: Top 1 in the leaderboard, high customer satisfaction rate, impressive customer feedback

PART C_3

PART D_1

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

PART D_2

1.	Would you transfer to another position if given an opportunity? Why?
2.	What are the factors that need to be assessed before granting an employee’s transfer request?

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）
Lesson99: Choosing business partners

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.　reach a decision
	-to decide on something
	We should reach a decision regarding the storyboard by next week.
2.　purchasing department
	-the department in a company, government agency, or other institutions, which support operations as the primary buyer of goods and services
	I’ve already informed the purchasing department about our chosen service provider.
3.　awarding
	-to give a contract to a person or company
	The awarding of the partnership went well. Everyone, including our CEO, was present.
4.　top-of-the-line
	-of the best quality or among the most expensive of its kind available
	Anpan Toys Corporation offers top-of-the-line toys and other collectible items.
5.　seal the deal
	-to make an agreement official
	Kudos for successfully sealing the deal with major international investors!

PART A_3

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

PART A_4

1.　reach a decision
Answer:
2.　purchasing department
Answer:
3.　awarding
Answer:
4.　top-of-the-line
Answer:
5.　seal the deal
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

Harry

Hi, Liam. Have you reviewed the bids submitted yesterday?

Liam

Yes, Harry. Thanks for sending them to my office.

Harry

No biggie. So, have you reached a decision?

Liam

Hmm… Actually, I discussed this with the purchasing department. We are convinced that we can’t go wrong partnering with Blue Materials Corporation.

Harry

Oh, I see. I’ll let the operations manager know about your decision. So, what’s the reason behind this choice?

Liam

Well, we are assured of durable materials if we accept this supplier, considering their lowest price as well. This means our products will be produced with top-of-the-line parts that are within our budget.

Harry

Alright. How should I inform Blue Materials about this?

Liam

Kindly ready the documents for the awarding of the project. But first, please remind them via e-mail to officially seal the deal.

Harry

Okay, Liam. I will work on those documents right away.

Liam

Thanks, Harry. Please keep me posted.

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 looking for a textbook supplier for the nursery school you will be starting. After the suppliers’ bidding, discuss with your partner the best vendor for the partnership based on the information below:

SUPPLIER 1: Viva Publishing
– 68 years in the publication industry
– Has a wide range of textbooks of all subjects
– Offers e-books
– Free educational printed modules/activity worksheets
– Operates in the capital city of the country

SUPPLIER 2: Bright Learners Publishing
– 25 years in the publication industry
– Offers math, English, and science textbooks for preschool to high school
– Free 50 books with a minimum purchase of 350 books
– Free printed activity worksheets
– Free art materials

PART C_3

PART D_1

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

PART D_2

1.	How many suppliers does your company have?
2.	How does your company choose its suppliers?

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）
Lesson98: Market 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.　market trend
	-the perceived direction of price movements over a particular period
	Looking at the market trend, sanitary supplies consumption has boomed in many countries due to the pandemic.
2.　hold sway over (something)
	-to have power or a very strong influence
	The demand for fuel holds sway over the world market.
3.　sin tax
	-a tax levied on goods, which includes material cost, direct, or services that are considered to be harmful or costly to society
	The Philippines has imposed a higher sin tax on tobacco products and liquor.
4.　impose
	-to officially force a rule, tax, punishment, etc. to be obeyed or received
	Certain countries want to impose taxes on landfill waste.
5.　market price
	-the current price at which a good or service can be purchased or sold
	Supply and demand are two important factors to determine market prices.

PART A_3

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

PART A_4

1.　market trend
Answer:
2.hold sway over (something)
Answer:
3.sin tax
Answer:
4.impose
Answer:
5.market price
Answer:

PART B_1

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

PART B_2

JGL MARKET SUMMIT
Lecture I: Market Trends

How Government Policies Affect Market Trends

The government holds much sway over the free markets. In this session, we will learn how strict government policies can cause a shift in market trends. Many economists have conducted various research on this. Based on the gathered information, this factor may result in slow progress.

The two most common policies mentioned in their research are sin taxes and trading regulations, which both affect the market differently. Sin taxes bring more revenue, while trading regulations draw limitations to more business opportunities. Thus, market trends are highly influenced by strict government policies.

For example, if the government imposes a higher tax rate, consumers tend to spend less. Thus, this may cause a decrease in market prices. Meanwhile, consumers tend to spend more if the tax rate set by the government is lower. Due to this, the trend tends to be more unstable.

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 participating in a marketing seminar about the factors that affect market trends. You receive a lecture manual that serves as your lecture guide. Kindly relay the information found in the manual to your tutor, who will play the role of your coworker. Please use the following points in your conversation:
1) Factor: the law of supply and demand
2) Effect: price fluctuations
3) Impact on the market: short-term trends

PART C_3

PART D_1

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

PART D_2

1.	Could you share your knowledge about market trends?
2.	How does your company study market trends?

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）
Lesson97: Handling a complaint

2021年10月14日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words and sentences after your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　help (someone) out
	-to do work for someone or provide the person with something that is needed
	Our team is more than willing to help you out to finish this project by next week.
2.　get to the bottom of (something)
	-to discover the real but sometimes hidden reason that something exists or happens
	Quality controllers are trying to get to the bottom of what went wrong with the damaged products.
3.　account for (something)
	-to explain the reason for something
	The team was unable to account for the error which resulted in a major client issue.
4.　mishandle
	-to deal with something without the necessary care or skill
	T&J Delivery Express has been accused of mishandling delivery packages.
5.　count on (someone/something)
	-to depend on someone or expect something
	You can always count on the company’s customer support in times of product troubles.

PART A_3

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

PART A_4

1.　help (someone) out
Answer:
2.　get to the bottom of (something)
Answer:
3.　account for (something)
Answer:
4.　mishandle
Answer:
5.　count on (someone/something)
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

Athena

Good afternoon. This is Athena from Toys Palace. How may I assist you?

Ciara

Hello, my name’s Ciara from Wonder Toys. I’m calling about a problem with our recent toy purchase.

Athena

Hi, Ciara. I would love to help you out. Could you provide me with more details about the problem?

Ciara

Well, upon checking the items you delivered, we discovered that some of the toys you sent us are broken and not working.

Athena

We’re very sorry for the inconvenience. There must have been a mistake in quality control or mishandling during the shipment. Could you give me a minute while I get to the bottom of this?

Ciara

No problem.

Athena

Our sincerest apologies for the problem and delay this may have caused. I just talked to our manager regarding your concern, and the company is willing to replace the said damaged items provided that you will shoulder the shipping charge.

Ciara

Well, that will do. I hope the replacements will be delivered ASAP. And I hope this is the last time something like this happens.

Athena

You can count on that. We will be reviewing our list of partner couriers, and we will file a complaint to account for your mishandled packages. Please expect our delivery van to send the replacements in two to three business days.

Ciara

All right, that sounds good. Thank you, Athena.

Athena

No problem, Ciara. We’re always at your service.

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 the manager of FabricOn. You receive a complaint from a client who received wrong sizes of clothes. Handle the complaint using the guide below:
1) Introduce yourself.
2) Ask about the problem.
3) Apologize.
4) Give an explanation.
5) Propose a solution.

PART C_3

PART D_1

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

PART D_2

1.	How do you react to a complaint?
2.	What do you say to a complaining client?

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）
Lesson96: Ideas from a teleconference

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.　where one stands
	-one’s opinions or feelings about something
	I’m not sure where I stand on the issue of relocating our headquarters.
2.　reservation
	-a doubt or feeling of not being able to agree with or accept something completely
	Many reservations have been raised regarding the company’s expansion.
3.　two cents
	-an unsolicited opinion about a certain topic
	My two cents on this matter is that we could not pull off this project if we wouldn’t be given ample budget.
4.　situate
	-to put something in a particular position
	Kopi Inc.’s headquarters is situated in Melbourne, Australia.
5.　final word
	-a final decision in a discussion
	The final word on the current management issue rests with the board.

PART A_3

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

PART A_4

1. where one stands
Answer:
2. reservation
Answer:
3. two cents
Answer:
4. situate
Answer:
5. final word
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

Harry

Lisa, I just got off a call with the other members of the amusement center project in the Philippines. At this point, we are still deciding whether to go with a theme park or a waterpark.

Lisa

Hmmm… So, what is the popular opinion?

Harry

Well, most of them are keen on the idea of a theme park. How about you, where do you stand on this issue?

Lisa

I think a waterpark would work better considering the country’s tropical climate.

Harry

You’ve got a point there.

Lisa

Do you have any reservations about the idea?

Harry

None at all. My two cents about the matter is that either of the two options would be okay since there is only one famous theme park in the Philippines, which is the Enchanted Palace.

Lisa

Yes, that’s true. Actually, we could build a theme park and then include a waterpark attraction. And let’s situate it in Manila, the capital city of the Philippines.

Harry

That’s an excellent idea since the Enchanted Palace is located in the province, which is a bit far from the capital. Although it would be more costly, let’s look into it.

Lisa

So, should we share this with the team?

Harry

Definitely. After all, a consensus will be the final word on this matter.

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 participated in a conference call about your company’s high product defect rate. Discuss the ideas from the call with your tutor, who will be your coworker. Please use the information below in your discussion:
– Recap of the topic: 20% increase in product defect rate in the past three months
– Express of opinion: increasing manpower to improve quality control
– Gather insight from your coworker (tutor)
– Resolution: consensus/majority’s opinion

PART C_3

PART D_1

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

PART D_2

1.	Do you prefer conference calls to face-to-face meetings? Why or why not?
2.	What are the advantages and disadvantages of teleconferences?

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）
Lesson95: Conference call

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.　teleconference
	-a meeting involving people who are in different places, but who are connected by video and computers
	The market research team will conduct a teleconference to discuss the survey’s results.
2.　deluxe
	-notably luxurious, elegant, or expensive
	The deluxe tour package includes free breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffet for the entire stay.
3.　consensus
	-a generally accepted opinion or decision among a group of people
	We need to come to a consensus quickly on who will represent our department in the upcoming expo.
4.　rationale
	-the reasons or intentions that cause a particular set of beliefs or actions
	The rationale behind some employees’ procrastination was explained during the training.
5.　adjourn
	-to have a pause or rest during a formal meeting or trial
	The meeting was adjourned until the team has decided on the options.

PART A_3

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

PART A_4

1. teleconference
Answer:
2. deluxe
Answer:
3. consensus
Answer:
4. rationale
Answer:
5. adjourn
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

Jack

Hi, Rose. I wasn’t able to attend the teleconference yesterday. Could you share the details with me?

Rose

Sure, no problem, Jack.

Jack

What was the conference’s agenda?

Rose

It was about ITS Travels’ new advertising campaign. Mr. Lopez said that our company has finalized the strategies for the TV and print advertisements for our new deluxe travel packages. Our meeting revolved mainly around the campaign’s target audience.

Jack

I see. So, what ideas were proposed to achieve that?

Rose

Among the options that were weighed in include focusing on the young professional class aged 20 to 30 years old and targeting the working class aged 40 to 50 years old.

Jack

I think both are sound ideas. So, what consensus did the company reach about the issue?

Rose

We reached a consensus to focus on the 40 to 50 age group.

Jack

What was the rationale behind this decision?

Rose

We chose this group as the target market since we believe that they have more financial means to avail of our new deluxe packages.

Jack

I see. That makes sense. How about our next step?

Rose

Before Mr. Lopez adjourned, he said that we will hold another teleconference as soon as the advertisement storyboard is finalized.

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

As part of the branding team, you participate in a conference call to plan the packaging design of your company’s (Gertrude & Co.) upcoming product (instant coffee). Relay the details of the conference call to your tutor, who will be one of your teammates using the following guide.
1) Agenda: Packaging design of Gertrude’s Slimming Coffee Mix
2) Suggestions: Neutral colors and minimalist design
2) Final decision: Apply suggestions to use neutral colors
3) Upcoming plans: Create five sample designs from which to choose

PART C_3

PART D_1

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

PART D_2

1.	What are the pros and cons of teleconferences?
2.	Do you prefer teleconferences to face-to-face meetings? 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）
Lesson94: Venue reservation

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.　weigh (one’s) options
	-to carefully consider, especially by comparing facts or possibilities, in order to make a decision
	After a month of weighing our options, we decided to cancel our upcoming exhibition.
2.　convention center
	-a building or group of buildings where large groups of people gather for meetings or events
	Several superhero buffs attended the Marvel Comic Fair at the MCU Convention Center.
3. utilize
	-to use something in an effective way
	Our team leader shared some techniques she utilizes to improve productivity.
4.　get in touch with (someone)
	-to transmit information or requests to
	If you have any questions about the product, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.
5.　terms and conditions
	-the legal agreements between a service provider and a person who wants to use a particular product/service
	Users must consent to all of our terms and conditions before using our mobile application.

PART A_3

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

PART A_4

1. weigh (one’s) options
Answer:
2. convention center
Answer:
3.utilize
Answer:
4. get in touch with (someone)
Answer:
5. terms and conditions
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: Nicole Stevenson
To: Jack Malik
Subject: Venue Reservation

Dear Mr. Malik,

After weighing our options, we found the SXM Convention Center to be the most suitable venue for our new product launch. On behalf of KPL Manufacturing Corporation, I would like to place a reservation for your building on September 30.

We would need your concert hall where we can hold various activities. In addition to the concert hall, we would also be utilizing the catering area.

As a final request, we would highly appreciate receiving a copy of the venue’s terms and conditions in two days.

Please get in touch with us for clarifications. We are looking forward to hearing from you soon. Thank you!

Sincerely,
Nicole Stevenson
KPL Manufacturing Corporation

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 tasked to organize your company’s promotion campaign and search for a possible venue, and you are writing reservation e-mail. Kindly share the detail of your plan to your tutor, who will pretend to be your co-organizer. Please use the following outline chronologically:
1) Details of reservation: October 14, to hold promotion campaign, in ABC hotel
2) Special requests: Decorating the lobby
3) Quotation request and confirmation email: Copy of terms and conditions in three days

PART C_3

PART D_1

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

PART D_2

1.	Where does your company usually hold events?
2.	If you were to organize an event, what factors would you consider in searching for the right venue?

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）
Lesson93: Change in the project scope

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.　derail
	-to prevent a plan or process from succeeding
	The heavy rain derailed the company event
2.　canvass
	-to try to discover information or opinions by asking people
	We need to canvass for our target clients’ preferences to come up with a profitable product.
3.　under control
	-(of a danger or emergency) being dealt with successfully and competently
	Let’s keep our sales under control before it eats us up.
4.　keep (someone) posted
	-to keep someone informed of the latest developments or news
	I’ll be on leave tomorrow, but please keep me posted regarding the project.
5.　be in touch
	-to communicate with someone
	Mr. Lopez and I will be on a business trip tomorrow, but I’ll still be in touch with the team to monitor their tasks.

PART A_3

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

PART A_4

1. derail
Answer:
2. canvass
Answer:
3. under control
Answer:
4. keep (someone) posted
Answer:
5. be in touch
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

Harry

Hi, Liam. Let’s start with the updates. How are the targets and venues?

Liam

As of today, the target attendees were raised to 3,000 from 2,500.

Harry

Hmmm… I think we need to adjust the plan’s choices of venue.

Liam

I agree. The proposed venues would be a problem. Browne Villa has a capacity of only 1,600 people, while SXM Convention Center has 2,500.

Harry

Obviously, if we don’t book another venue, it will derail our project.

Liam

Certainly. I will ask the team to canvass for more venues.

Harry

Yes, please. We need to book a venue immediately and make sure it can accommodate all our guests. Also, kindly work on the setup and account for the number of guests again.

Liam

Noted on that.

Harry

Thanks, Liam. I’m sure this modification will keep our project under control.

Liam

Absolutely.

Harry

Please keep me posted, okay?

Liam

Yeah, I’ll be in touch. Thanks.

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 working on a marketing project for a smartphone brand, which involves product launching with the media. You need to change the schedule and venue so majority of the media will be able to attend. Discuss the modifications with your tutor, who will play the role of your teammate. Kindly use the following structure in order:
– Modification: sudden changes in the project
– Rationale: reason(s) for the modification
– Implementation: how you will put the plan into effect

PART C_3

PART D_1

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

PART D_2

1.	Could you share an instance when you experienced sudden changes in a project?
2.	How do you handle changes in a project?

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）
Lesson29: Clarifying the content of a business contract

2021年10月13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. clarify
	-to make something clear or easier to understand by giving more details or a simpler explanation
	I have to clarify some things with my manager.
2.　breakdown
	-a division of something into smaller parts
	We need a cost breakdown of this project.
3.　revision
	-a change that is made to something, or the process of doing this
	Our client instructed us to do some revisions on the design.
4.　distribution
	-the process of giving things out to several people, or spreading or supplying something
	Rita had some questions about the payment clause in the contract.
5.　clause
	-a particular part of a written legal document, for example a law passed by Parliament or a contract (= an agreement)
	We need to discuss the distribution costs of the new products this afternoon.

PART A_3

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

PART A_4

1.　clarify
Answer:
2. breakdown
Answer:
3. revision
Answer:
4. distribution
Answer:
5. clause
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

On a phone call

Ben

Hello, Lana. I sent you the contract this afternoon. I was wondering if you have reviewed the terms and conditions?

Lana

Hi, Ben. Yes, I have read them, and I would like to clarify some things that were not included in the contract.

Ben

Please feel free to ask me any question.

Lana

Since we’re aiming for an early product launch, I’d like to know when we can expect the script of the radio advertisement.

Ben

You can expect the script in five days. The copywriter is just editing a few details.

Lana

Alright. Now, I understand that the total project cost is $12,000. Could you give me a breakdown of your service fee?

Ben

The service fee includes talent fees and distribution costs.

Lana

I see. One more thing, is the contract open for revisions?

Ben

Yes, it certainly is. We’ll add the details we have just discussed, and if you wish to add any other clause, please do tell us.

Lana

Okay, that’s good to hear. 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

Clarify the details of a business contract with your tutor who will act as a marketing manager. Please use the following as your guide:
– Your product campaign is due next month. Ask the marketing manager when you can expect the finalized design for flyers.
– Ask the marketing manager for a breakdown of his/her agency’s service fee.
– Ask if the agreement is open for revisions.

PART C_3

PART D_1

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

PART D_2

1.	Why is it important for a person to thoroughly review the terms and conditions of a contract?
2.	Should contracts be open for revisions? 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）
Lesson68: Changes in organizational structure

2021年10月13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.　running at a loss
	-used to refer to a business that is operating without making any profit
	MCK Corporation is running at a loss for the past six months due to tight competition.
2.　payroll
	-a list of the people employed by a company showing how much each one earns
	The accounting department is responsible for the company’s payroll.
3.　layoff
	-an occasion when a company stops employing someone, sometimes temporarily, because the company does not have enough money or enough work
	The manufacturing company conducted a layoff due to financial loss.
4.　mount
	-to gradually increase, rise, or get bigger
	The company’s loss is mounting because of poor management.
5.　keep (something) under wraps
	-to keep something a secret
	The employee condoned his leader’s aggressive behavior to keep the serious matter under wraps.

PART A_3

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

PART A_4

1.　running at a loss
Answer:
2.payroll
Answer:
3.layoff
Answer:
4.mount
Answer:
5.keep (something) under wraps
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

Harry

Liam, I received your message about the planned restructuring of McBee Foods Corporation. Are you really going to do it?

Liam

Unfortunately, yes.

Harry

May I ask why?

Liam

Our competitors have overtaken us and we lost about 30% of the market share. We’ve been running at a loss for the past seven months. We have no choice but to restructure because we are losing money.

Harry

How do we go on this exactly?

Liam

Currently, we can’t keep everyone on the payroll. It’s crucial, but we need to conduct a layoff.

Harry

I agree although it will be distressing for some of our personnel. But how does the company benefit from this?

Liam

This decision will allow us to stop losses from mounting. We won’t have to pay as many people as we do now using money we don’t have.

Harry

That makes sense, but how will you break the news to the staff?

Liam

I will schedule a meeting with everyone. Just please keep this under wraps until I do.

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 company plans to restructure due to its low sales in the past nine months. As the CEO, announce the restructuring plans to your employees using the following guide. Your tutor will pretend to be one of the workers.
1) Reason for restructuring: Low sales
2) Change to be implemented: Rebranding
3) Benefits of restructuring: Fresh/renewed company image and presence, hence attracting more customers

PART C_3

PART D_1

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

PART D_2

1.	What are the recent changes in your company’s organizational structure?
2.	What are the common reasons for changes in companies’ restructuring?

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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Lesson93: Change in the project scope

Business (Expert Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（上級１章）
Lesson29: Clarifying the content of a business contract

Business (Expert Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（上級１章）
Lesson68: Changes in organizational structure

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