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Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson97: Purchasing order via call

2021年10月7日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　look through (something) ～に目を通す
	She has looked through the report before the meeting.
2.　deliver 配達
	We deliver the goods in batches.
3.　convenience 便利さ、利便性
	The customers may use a credit card for convenience when purchasing an item.
4.　sales invoice 売上請求書
	The most basic function of a sales invoice is to maintain track of the transaction.
5.　keep someone posted ～（人）に最新情報を伝える
	I will keep you posted about the progress of my report.

PART A_3

I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.

PART A_4

1.	Do you look through some job ads before applying for a position?
2.	Have you tried to deliver goods yourself?
3.	Do you think living near your office is a great convenience?
4.	Why is a sales invoice important?
5.	Who do you keep posted about the progress of your tasks at work?

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron, and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

Hello, Emma!

Hello, Ron! Do you remember the brochures you gave me?

Yeah, I still remember.

I’m calling because I looked through the furniture brochures you sent me and I’m interested in the computer seats you sell.

I see. So, how many computer chairs would you like to order then?

We would like to place an order for ten computer chairs. By the way, I sent you an email about this as well, with the purchase order form attached for your convenience.

That is noted.

Is it possible to have the items delivered on or before May 14?

Let me check if it is possible to be delivered that day.

If you agree to the delivery date, please send us the sales invoice for the payment.

Sure, I’ll just keep you posted on this.

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentences you just read.

PART C_2

Hello, Emma!

Hello, Ron! Do you remember the brochures you gave me?

Yeah, I still remember.

I’m calling because I looked through the furniture brochures you sent me and I’m interested in the computer seats you sell.

I see. So, how many computer chairs would you like to order then?

We would like to __________ for ten computer chairs. By the way, I sent you an email about this as well, with the purchase order form attached for your convenience.

That is noted.

__________ to have the items delivered on or before May 14?

Let me check if it is possible to be delivered that day.

If you agree to the delivery date, please send us the __________ for the payment.

Sure, I’ll just keep you posted on this.

PART D_1

Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.

PART D_2

Hello, Emma. I’m calling because I’m interested in the smart TV you sell after looking over the brochures you showed me.

I see. So, how many smart TVs would you like to order then?

We would like to __________ for ten smart TVs. I also sent you an email about it as well as a purchase order form for your convenience.

That is noted.

Is it possible to have the __________ on or before September 1?

Let me see if that day’s delivery is feasible.

If you agree to the delivery date, please send us the __________ for the payment.

Sure, I’ll keep you updated about it.

PART E_1

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

PART E_2

You need to place an order for ten office chairs. Call the supplier of the office chairs. Use the expressions you learned today. Your tutor will be the supplier.

PART E_3

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 (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson96: Understanding the sales points of products

2021年10月7日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　firm 会社、事務所
	The firm needs more employees this term.
2.　reputation 評判
	The company has a worldwide reputation for quality.
3.　reliable 信頼性のある
	Our information comes from a reliable source.
4.　delivery 配達
	The company offers free delivery to your home.
5.　secure 安心して、心配がなくて
	She felt secure because her company offers lots of benefits for its employees.

PART A_3

I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.

PART A_4

1.	Could you name a famous firm in your country?
2.	Does your company have a remarkable reputation?
3.	Do you work with reliable colleagues?
4.	Does your company offer delivery of your products?
5.	When did you last feel secure at work?

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron, and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

Could you tell me about the sales points of your services?

First, let me tell you about our company. MCargo, a New York City-based shipping firm, is steadily developing an excellent reputation.

What is it known for?

Known for its quick and reliable deliveries, MCargo is the best in its class. It has been shipping our company’s products for years now, and we have never encountered any delays.

That sounds awesome. Could you tell me more about it?

It offers everything from office-to-office deliveries to international shipping. Clients can rest assured that MCargo will deliver things as quickly as possible. It also provides clients with peace of mind by ensuring all goods arrive safely.

That is quite impressive!

That’s true! With its secure service, you are sure to get your money’s worth.

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentences you just read.

PART C_2

Could you tell me about the sales points of your services?

First, let me tell you about our company. MCargo, a New York City-based shipping firm, is steadily developing an excellent reputation.

What is it known for?

__________ its quick and reliable deliveries, MCargo is the __________ in its class. It has been shipping our company’s products for years now, and we have never encountered any delays.

That sounds awesome. Could you tell me more about it?

That is quite impressive!

That’s true! With its __________, you are sure to get your money’s worth.

PART D_1

Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.

PART D_2

Could you inform me about your product’s selling points?

Let me begin by telling you about our company. Samtech, a technological corporation based in Seoul, is steadily gaining a good reputation.

What is it known for?

__________ its adaptable and ambitious products, Samtech is _________ in its class. It has been manufacturing a wide range of consumer and industrial electronics, such as appliances, digital media devices, and other electronic gadgets.

That sounds fantastic. What else?

It has become one of the most well-known technological brands, accounting for almost a quarter of South Korea’s total exports.

That’s remarkable!

That’s true! With its __________, you are sure to get your money’s worth.

PART E_1

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

PART E_2

Share the sales points of your company’s products with a friend. Use the expressions you learned today. Your tutor will be your friend.

PART E_3

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 (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson89: Understand the details of a problem

2021年10月7日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　focus 集中する、焦点を当てる
	The company needs to focus on its biggest clients.
2.　expectation 期待
	He has little expectation of passing the interview.
3.　cause 引き起こす、もたらす
	Poor time management causes delays at work.
4.　rude 失礼
	The customer apologized to her for being rude.
5.　review 批評、評価、レビュー
	The online review criticized the company’s services.

PART A_3

I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.

PART A_4

1.	What work-related skills do you need to focus on?
2.	Do you think it is right to live up to your bosses’ expectations?
3.	What are the things that cause trouble in your work?
4.	How does it feel like to talk to a rude customer?
5.	Could you tell me about a review of your company?

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron, and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

Good morning! Could you tell me the problem that we need to focus on?

Good morning, Sir Ron. The problem that we need to focus on is the negative feedback on our services.

Could you explain it further?

Yes! The services that we offered the last time did not meet the expectations of our customers.

What has caused it?

We believe that the possible causes are our poor acknowledgment of customers’ concerns and rude staff. The reviews are unfavorable, and this has had a significant impact on sales.

We need to think of resolutions as soon as possible.

I agree. We need to address this problem.

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentences you just read.

PART C_2

Good morning! Could you tell me the problem that we need to focus on?

Good morning, Sir Ron. The problem that we need to __________ is the negative feedback on our services.

Could you explain it further?

Yes! The services that we offered the last time did not meet the expectations of our customers.

What has caused it?

We believe that the _________ are our poor acknowledgment of customers’ concerns and rude staff. The reviews are unfavorable, and this has had a significant impact on sales.

We need to think of _________ as soon as possible.

I agree. We need to address this problem.

PART D_1

Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.

PART D_2

Hello and good morning! Could you explain to me the problem that we need to focus on?

Good morning, Sir Ron. The problem that we need to __________ is unmotivated employees.

Could you elaborate on this?

Sure! Demotivated employees may also take more personal time off during working hours, and that affects productivity.

What has caused it?

We believe that the __________ is a lack of employee recognition. Employee recognition can go a long way toward increasing motivation.

We need to think of __________ as soon as possible.

I totally agree. We need to address this problem as much as we can.

PART E_1

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

PART E_2

You are an HR staff, and you have to discuss a problem that your department needs to focus on. Think of the problem and its cause. Use the expressions that you learned today. Your tutor will be your colleague.

PART E_3

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 (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson82: Project delay

2021年10月7日 weblio PH

PART A_1

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

PART A_2

1.　update 改訂する、更新する、最新の情報を伝える
	She gave an update about the progress of our project.
2.　production 生産、製造
	Japan has taken the lead in the car production industry.
3.　phase 段階
	The project is only in the initial phase.
4.　postpone 延期する、後回しにする
	We’ll have to postpone the meeting until next week.
5.　solve 解決する
	My company helps other organizations solve financial troubles.

PART A_3

I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.

PART A_4

1.	Could you tell me an update on the project that you are working on?
2.	Is your job related to production?
3.	What do you think is the most difficult phase in a project?
4.	Could you tell me the reasons why meetings are postponed?
5.	How do you solve a problem at work?

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron, and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

Emma, could you provide me an update on the status of our project.

Sure, Mr. David. As of this moment, the production phase is falling behind schedule.

Could you tell me more about it?

The delay is due to the lack of operational machines at the factory.
The project’s launch may have to be postponed if more operational
computers are not available.

I see your point. What should we do then?

To solve this problem, we’re considering purchasing new machines
to help with the progress of our project.

Have you already talked with the team about it?

Yes, I have. We already discussed it at our meeting yesterday.

Thanks for the update!

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentences you just read.

PART C_2

Emma, could you provide me an update on the status of our project.

Sure, Mr. David. __________, the production phase is falling behind schedule.

Could you tell me more about it?

The delay is __________ the lack of operational machines at the factory.
The project’s launch may have to be postponed if more operational
computers are not available.

I see your point. What should we do then?

To solve this _________, we’re considering purchasing new machines
to help with the progress of our project.

Have you already talked with the team about it?

Yes, I have. We already discussed it at our meeting yesterday.

Thanks for the update!

PART D_1

Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.

PART D_2

Could you please provide me with an update on the status of our project, Emma?

Sure. __________, the construction phase is falling behind schedule.

Why so?

The __________ is due to the lack of construction workers at the site.
If we don’t hire more construction workers, the project’s launch may
have to be postponed.

I see. So, what are our alternatives?

To solve this __________, we’re considering hiring more new workers
to help with the progress of our project.

Have you discussed it with the rest of the team?

Yes, I have. We talked about it at our meeting the other day.

Thank you for the information!

PART E_1

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

PART E_2

Update your boss about the delay in the project you are working on. Use the expressions you learned today. Your tutor will be your boss.

PART E_3

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 (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson81: Project progress report

2021年10月7日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　upgraded 改善された、格上げされた
	The upgraded machines at the factory were used today.
2.　planning 計画(すること)、企画立案
	Planning is the first stage of software development.
3.　work overtime 残業する
	They are working overtime to finish the work.
4.　express 特急
	I can’t express how grateful I am because of my team at work.
5.　regret 後悔
	I didn’t regret what I said to my boss.

PART A_3

I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.

PART A_4

1.	What are the upgraded pieces of equipment at your work?
2.	What things do you consider during the planning stage of a project?
3.	Do you sometimes work overtime?
4.	How can you express appreciation to your colleague?
5.	Have you ever regretted something at work?

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron, and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

Good morning. This meeting is about the progress report of our new upgraded software.

You may start, Ron.

I’m going to provide you an update on the status of our new upgraded software. Well, the long and short of it is we might be delayed a bit.

What should we do about it then?

We must inform our customers that the new upgraded software will not be available by the end of the week.

Months ago, the design and planning stages were completed. The maintenance stage, on the other hand, is still ongoing, correct?

Yes. So the client informed us via email that they wanted to change some of the software features.

I see.

Unfortunately, our engineers are still working on the modification. The bottom line is we can’t get it done by Friday.

For this project, I think we have to talk to our engineers to work overtime to get back on track. Still, we must contact the client to express our regret for the delay.

I couldn’t agree more.

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentences you just read.

PART C_2

Good morning. This meeting is about the progress report of our new upgraded software.

You may start, Ron.

I’m going to provide you an update on the status of our new upgraded software. Well, __________ is we might be delayed a bit.

What should we do about it then?

We must inform our customers that the new upgraded software will not be available by the end of the week.

Months ago, the design and planning stages were completed. The maintenance stage, on the other hand, is still ongoing, correct?

Yes. So the client informed us via email that they wanted to change some of the software features.

I see.

Unfortunately, our engineers are still working on the modification. The __________ line is we can’t get it done by Friday.

For this project, I think __________ talk to our engineers to work overtime to get back on track. Still, we must contact the client to express our regret for the delay.

I couldn’t agree more.

PART D_1

Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.

PART D_2

I’m going to give you an update on the Sunflower building’s development progress. Well, __________ of it is we might be delayed a bit.

So, what’s our plan?

We need to let our clients know that the building’s gadgets will not be ready by the end of the week.

The interior was completed months ago. On the other hand, the finalization stage is still happening.

So, the client emailed us to say they wanted to change the flooring design.

I see.

Our engineers are still working on the modification, unfortunately. The __________ is we can’t get it done by February.

For this project, I think __________ talk to our construction staff to work overtime to get back on track. Still, we must contact the client to express our regret for the delay.

I completely agree.

PART E_1

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

PART E_2

You are assigned to report to the head engineer about the progress of your condominium project. Use the expressions you learned today, but come up with your own solution. Your tutor will be the head engineer.

PART E_3

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 (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson80: Explaining organizational chart

2021年10月7日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　organizational chart 体制図、組織図
	The organizational chart shows the design of position power.
2.　journal 日記、日誌
	She writes in her journal every day.
3.　CEO 社長、取締役
	The Chairman of the Board is also the CEO.
4.　procurement 調達、買い上げ
	He is in charge of the procurement of materials.
5.　department 部門、部署、課
	Organizing a whole department is beyond his capability.

PART A_3

I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.

PART A_4

1.	Is the organizational chart posted on your bulletin board at work?
2.	Do you keep a journal with you?
3.	Who is the CEO of your company?
4.	Who is in charge of procurement in your company?
5.	Which department do you work for?

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron, and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

Hello, Emma. How long have you been working with GBA Inc.?

I have been working with GBA for almost 15 years now.

That’s quite a long time!

That is true!

Oh, I can see an organizational chart in your journal. Could you tell me about it?

Sure!

To whom does the project manager report?

The project manager reports to the CEO.

I see. To whom is the administration manager accountable?

The administration manager is accountable to the project manager.

Thanks! To whom do the marketing executives delegate the work?

The marketing executives delegate the work to the procurement department.

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentences you just read.

PART C_2

Hello, Emma. How long have you been working with GBA Inc.?

I have been working with GBA for almost 15 years now.

That’s quite a long time!

That is true!

Oh, I can see an organizational chart in your journal. Could you tell me about it?

Sure!

To whom does the project manager report?

The project manager _________ to the CEO.

I see. To whom does the administration manager accountable?

The administration manager __________ the project manager.

Thanks! To whom do the marketing executives delegate the work?

The marketing excutives __________ the procurement department.

PART D_1

Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.

PART D_2

Hello, Emma. How long have you been with GTECH Corporation?

I have been working with GTECH for almost ten years now.

Oh, I see in your journal that you have an organizational chart. Could you please tell me more about it?

Sure!

To whom does the vice president of marketing report?

The vice president of marketing __________ to the president.

I see. To whom is the general manager accountable?

The general manager __________ the vice president of marketing.

Thanks! To whom does the general manager delegate the work?

The general manager __________ the work to the HR manager and the quality director.

PART E_1

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

PART E_2

Ask your senior colleague about the company’s organizational chart. Use the expressions you learned today. Your tutor will be your senior colleague.

PART E_3

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 (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson73: Setting a meeting

2021年10月7日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　I’m afraid (残念ながら) 〜だと思う
	I’m afraid we’re not making much progress.
2.　schedule 予定する
	The room is scheduled for our meeting tomorrow.
3.　inform 通知する、知らせる
	Please inform us of your decision, and we will act accordingly.
4.　unit 単位、部署、班
	The research unit has been awarded recently.
5.　goal ゴール
	One of its goals is to increase the percentage of sales.

PART A_3

I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.

PART A_4

1.	In what situations at work do you say “I’m afraid”?
2.	How do you schedule a room at work?
3.	How do you inform your superiors when you have travel plans?
4.	How many members does your unit have?
5.	Could you tell me one of your company’s goals?

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron, and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

Hello, Emma. Are you available for a meeting on Friday from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.?

I’m afraid I’m not available.

How about 3:00-5:00 p.m. instead?

Yes, I’m available.

Great. Could you tell Mr. Davis to schedule meeting room A?

This is noted.

Also, inform your unit members about it.

If I may ask, what would the meeting be all about?

We’ll talk about goals for the next term.

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.

PART C_2

Hello, Emma. Are you __________ for a meeting on Friday from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.?

I’m afraid I’m not available.

__________ 3:00-5:00 p.m. instead?

Yes, I’m __________.

Great. Could you tell Mr. Davis to schedule meeting room A?

This is noted.

Also, inform your unit members about it.

If I may ask, what would the meeting be all about?

We’ll talk about goals for the next term.

PART D_1

Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.

PART D_2

Hello, Emma. Are you __________ for a meeting on Tuesday, 2:00-4:00 p.m.?

I’m afraid I’m not available on that day.

__________ on Wednesday, 3:00-5:00 p.m. instead?

__________, I’m available.

Great. I’ll see you then.

Sure!

By the way, could you please inform your unit members about it?

Certainly! If I may ask, what would the meeting be all about?

We’ll talk about career growth and development.

PART E_1

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

PART E_2

You are a sales manager. Set a meeting with your assistant manager. Use the expressions you learned today. Your tutor will be your assistant manager.

PART E_3

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 (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson64: Asking questions to the visitor

2021年10月7日 weblio PH

PART A_1

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

PART A_2

1.　delighted 喜んで
	He was delighted with his achievements.
2.　profile 紹介、略歴、プロフィル
	The newspaper publishes a profile of a leading company every week.
3.　promotion プロモーション、販売促進
	There was a promotion in the mall, and they were giving away free glasses of wine.
4.　impressive 印象的
	His performance at work was pretty impressive.
5.　corporation 株式会社
	He works for a large American corporation.

PART A_3

I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.

PART A_4

1.	When was the last you felt delighted at work?
2.	Have you read a detailed profile of a famous businessman?
3.	Are you involved in the promotion and marketing of your products?
4.	Who is the most impressive employee in your company?
5.	Is your company a corporation?

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron, and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

Ms. Miller? I’m delighted that we’ve finally met.

Yes! Nice to meet you!

Nice to meet you too! By the way, would you mind if I asked you about your job?

No, not at all.

Okay! According to your profile, you are a marketing manager. I’m a little interested. Can you fill me in on your responsibilities?

Sure. I am in charge of the company’s brand promotion and positioning,
as well as the items and services.

Oh, is that in line with sales?

Yes, it is correct. We work closely with the sales department.

That’s quite impressive! So how long have you been with LUNA Corporation?

I have been with them for five years now.

I see.

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentences you just read.

PART C_2

Ms. Miller? I’m delighted that we’ve finally met.

Yes! Nice to meet you!

Nice to meet you too! By the way, would you mind if I asked you about your job?

No, not at all.

Okay! According to your profile, you are a marketing manager. I’m a little interested. __________ in on your responsibilities?

Sure. I am in charge of the company’s brand promotion and positioning,
as well as the items and services.

Oh, is that __________ with sales?

Yes, it is correct. We work closely with the sales department.

That’s quite impressive! So __________ have you been with LUNA Corporation?

I have been with them for five years now.

I see.

PART D_1

Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.

PART D_2

Good morning, Ms. Perez. It’s great to finally meet you.

It is my pleasure. Please call me Emma.

All right, how was your flight?

It was great!

That’s great to hear. By the way, I heard that you are a production manager. __________ fill me in on your responsibilities?

Of course. I ensure that the manufacturing processes run
reliably and efficiently.

That’s awesome. Is that in line _________ marketing?

Yes, we need to work closely with the marketing department,
so the item can be manufactured to the quality and design specifications
laid down by the consumer.

According to what I’ve heard, the demand is increasing. So __________ have you been with Box Meal Inc.?

I’ve been working there for over a year now.

PART E_1

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

PART E_2

Mr./Ms. Suzuki, a head engineer of TCL Inc., visited your company. Interact with him by asking questions about his job. Your tutor will be Mr./Ms. Suzuki.

PART E_3

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 (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson58: Recommending your products

2021年10月7日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　recommend 推薦する、推奨する
	I have decided to recommend you for the manager’s position.
2.　superb すばらしい、すてきな
	He molded them into a superb team.
3.　service サービス
	The company offers loan services.
4.　provide 提供する
	The new job will provide you with invaluable experience.
5.　guarantee 保証
	He gave me a guarantee that he would never forget to do his tasks.

PART A_3

I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.

PART A_4

1.	Can you recommend a good hotel for the company event?
2.	Do you consider the last presentation you saw superb?
3.	What service does your company offer?
4.	How can you provide feedback without making someone angry?
5.	How do you give your boss a guarantee that your work will be completed on time?

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron, and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

Hello, I am Ron from SamTech Inc. What can I do for you?

Hi, this is Emma Hathaway from UP Inc. I’d like to ask more about your computers. Could you make a suggestion?

Certainly! I recommend the AS7000 computer. It is the best computer model in the market.

That sounds fantastic.

Yeah! It has a new high-end graphics option that was added only this year.

Superb! Anyway, what services do you provide with the computer?

The computer comes with shipping and a 30-day money-back guarantee.

Got it! Thank you so much!

You’re welcome!

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.

PART C_2

Hello, I am Ron from SamTech Inc. __________ for you?

Hi, this is Emma Hathaway from UP Inc. I’d like to ask more about your computers. Could you make a suggestion?

Certainly! I __________ the AS7000 computer. It is the best computer model in the market.

That sounds fantastic.

Yeah! It has a new high-end graphics option that was added only this year.

Superb! Anyway, what services do you provide with the computer?

The computer __________ free shipping and a 30-day money-back guarantee.

Got it! Thank you so much!

You’re welcome!

PART D_1

Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.

PART D_2

Hello, this is Ron from Smart Tech Inc. _________ I do for you?

Hi, Ron. I’m Emma Smith from Sy Corp. Our antivirus software is not updated anymore. I’m hoping you could help me locate a new one.

Certainly. I __________ the new virusdefender 2.0. It is the most advanced antivirus software in the market.

That seems amazing.

Yes, It has highly rated virus detection capabilities.

Really? Anyway, what services does it include?

The software __________ a free 30-day trial.

I see. That appears to be a reasonable offer.

PART E_1

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

PART E_2

A customer will purchase new laptops from your store. Using the expressions you learned today, explain to him/her there range of laptop models that your store offers. Your tutor will be the customer.

PART E_3

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）
Lesson26: Report on company revenue

2021年10月6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.　revenue
	-the income that a government or company receives regularly
	Travel and tourism revenues fell dramatically.
2.　static
	-staying in one place without moving, or not changing for a long time
	Car trends have been static over the last few years.
3.　game plan
	-a plan for achieving success
	You need to change your game plan if you want to sell more houses.
4.　corner the market (in/on something)
	-to be more successful than any other company at selling a particular type of product
	Many Japanese brands continue to corner the market in cars.
5.　campaign
	-a planned group of especially political, business, or military activities that are intended to achieve a particular aim
	The company’s winter campaign was a huge success.

PART A_3

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

PART A_4

1.　revenue
Answer:
2.static
Answer:
3.game plan
Answer:
4.corner the market (in/on something)
Answer:
5.campaign
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 morning, Ms. Lana! Thank you so much for making time to discuss with me the revenue from our sales of tumblers.

Tom

Don’t worry about it, Mr. Ben. I understand that you were engaged in another meeting. Shall we start?

Ana (sales representative)

Yes, please.

Tom

As you can see, the revenue from our sales of bamboo tumblers rose gradually, while the sales of thermal tumblers remained static.

Ana (sales representative)

I find that quite interesting. I’m thinking people are opting for more environmentally-friendly products.

Tom

I believe that is the case. Mrs. Lopez has advised us to come up with a new game plan to corner our markets on tumblers.

Ana (sales representative)

We should do an advertising campaign on all our tumblers.

Tom

Yes, I agree. An ad campaign would be great for the summer season.

Ana (sales representative)

I shall pitch some ideas to our marketing team.

Tom

That would be great! I already have some ideas for the product posters.

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 co-worker missed a meeting due to a prior engagement. Update him/her with your company’s revenue from sofas. Please use the words and expressions you learned today. The tutor will be the co-worker. Kindly use the following as your guide:
・Compare the revenue between fabric sofas and leather sofas.
・Ask him/her to suggest an idea for a new game plan to corner your markets on sofas.

PART C_3

PART D_1

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

PART D_2

1.	In your company, which product/service generates the most revenue? Please elaborate.
2.	Are clients’ suggestions for improvement important? 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.

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Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson97: Purchasing order via call

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson96: Understanding the sales points of products

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson89: Understand the details of a problem

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson82: Project delay

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson81: Project progress report

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson80: Explaining organizational chart

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson73: Setting a meeting

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson64: Asking questions to the visitor

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson58: Recommending your products

Business (Expert Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（上級１章）
Lesson26: Report on company revenue

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