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Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson21: Maintaining a good mental condition

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words and sentences after your tutor.
PART A_2
1.　crucial 決定的な、重大な、重要な
　 The boss made a crucial decision.
2.　reduce 減らす,減少させる
　 They have to reduce expenses this year.
3.　encouragement 奨励
　 We raised her spirits with encouragement.
4.　manage 管理する
　 I can manage perfectly well on my own, thank you.
5.　efficient 効率的
　 He was efficient at his job and well-thought-of by everyone.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. What was the most crucial time you had at work?
2. How does your company reduce costs to compete effectively?
3. Do your colleagues give you words of encouragement when needed?
4. How does your company manage customers to buy your products?
5. Are you an efficient employee?
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

Do you think time management is crucial for work-life balance?
Yes, I think so. Knowing how to manage your time well gives you a
good mental condition. Think of ways to manage your time better.

I agree. What do you do to reduce stress?
To reduce stress, I spend my weekends out of town. Also, I make time
for exercise. You can try those activities if you want.

Thank you, your suggestion is highly appreciated.
You can also try listening to music while walking after work. That
helps me feel relaxed. What do you think?

That’s a great idea. I think I’ll try that. I need to remedy this so that I become more efficient.
Don’t worry! You’ll get used to our tasks as time goes by.

Thanks for your encouragement!
No worries!
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

Do you think time management is crucial for work-life balance?
Yes, I think so. Knowing how to manage your time well gives you a
good mental condition. _________ to manage your time better.

I agree. What do you do to reduce stress?
To reduce stress, I spend my weekends out of town. Also, I make time
for exercise. You can try those activities if you want.

Thank you, your suggestion is highly appreciated.
__________ listening to music while walking after work. That
helps me feel relaxed. What do you think?

That’s a great idea. I think I’ll try that. I need to remedy this so that I become more efficient.
Don’t worry! You’ll get used to our tasks as time goes by.

Thanks for your encouragement!
No worries!
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 believe prioritizing important tasks is crucial for work-life balance. You should think of ways to manage your tasks better.
What do you suggest?

_________, I make a to-do list now and then to help me what to prioritize first.
That’s a great idea!

You can also try using a time-tracking application. It helps you build an understanding of how long a particular task takes.
Your suggestion is highly appreciated. __________ this so that I can become more efficient.

Well, knowing how to prioritize your tasks helps you to focus and take control.
I couldn’t agree more.
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 colleague how he/she maintains a good mental condition at work. Please use the expressions 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.
(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）
Lesson19: Expressing your opinion

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words and sentences after your tutor.
PART A_2
1.　result 結果
　 She could not hide her dismay at the result.
2.　improve 改善する、改良する、向上させる
　 I believe the economy will improve in the following years.
3.　marketing マーケティング
　 New approaches to marketing turn old practices upside down.
4.　sales 売上高
　 Sales are very satisfactory this month.
5.　suggestion 提案
　 I want to offer a suggestion.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. What was the result of your last project at work?
2. How can you improve your English skills?
3. What effective marketing tools does your company have?
4. What do you think will happen if sales do not improve?
5. What makes a suggestion agreeable?
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

As far as I can see, this month’s sales results are lower. Are there any ideas on how we can raise them?
I think that we lost sales as a result of a competitor’s sale.

You could be correct.
We should have a sale this month, in my opinion, and I believe our sales
will increase once more.

That’s a great idea. Let’s give it a shot this month.
I hope it works.

Let’s hope for the best. Do you have other suggestions?
How about improving online marketing strategies?

That’s good idea. Let’s discuss it at our next meeting. Thank you!
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

__________, this month’s sales results are lower. Are there any ideas on how we can raise them?
__________ that we lost sales as a result of a competitor’s sale.

You could be correct.
We should have a sale this month, __________, and I believe our sales
will increase once more.

That’s a great idea. Let’s give it a shot this month.
I hope it works.

Let’s hope for the best. Do you have other suggestions?
How about improving online marketing strategies?

That’s a good idea. Let’s discuss it at our next meeting. Thank you!
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

What do you think about the report presented by Mr. Brown?
__________ he’s correct about his recommendation to beautify
our reception area.

I agree. As far as I can see, it will create a positive atmosphere in the office.
__________, it would make your guests and potential clients
feel welcomed.

Yes! It’s nice when they have a designated location where they can sit and wait until we are ready to see them.
I had the same thought.

Also, the receptionist is the first person potential clients will encounter when they come to our company.
That’s true. We should hire someone friendly, efficient, and organized.
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 will be asked by your colleague about your opinion on having a cubicle office layout. Please use the expressions 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.
(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）
Lesson10: Understanding a training handout

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1.　handout 資料、プリント
　 The teacher gave us handouts for our upcoming museum visit.
2.　training トレーニング、研修
　 The new restaurant staff underwent training for three months.
3.　required 必須
　 All employees are required to record their working time for each task.
4.　trade show 展示会、見本市
　 The ongoing trade show showcases several emerging brands.
5.　shift シフト
　 Let’s have dinner after my shift at 7 PM.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. Do you read the handouts given to you by your company? Why or why not?
2. How long was your training period in your current/recent job?
3. In your current job, are you required to report your task progress to your manager?
4. If given a chance, would you attend a trade show? Why or why not?
5. What time does your shift end in your current job?
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

Hi. You’re the new purchasing assistant, right? My name’s Ron.
Yes. I’m Emma.

Nice to meet you, Emma.
Nice to meet you, too.

Sorry, but I came in late so I wasn’t able to get a handout. Could I ask some questions about the training instead?
Sure. What do you wanna know?

What is our job’s basic requirement?
All purchasing assistants are required to attend sales meetings.

Right! Hmm… Are we allowed to attend trade shows as well?
Employees can attend trade shows only if supervised by a senior staff member.

Alright. Is there anything we need to do at the end of our shift?
At the end of every shift, employees are expected to leave all company documents in the office.
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

Hi. You’re the new purchasing assistant, right? My name’s Ron.
Yes. I’m Emma.

Nice to meet you, Emma.
Nice to meet you, too.

Sorry, but I came in late so I wasn’t able to get a handout. Could I ask some questions about the training instead?
Sure. What do you wanna know?

What is our job’s basic requirement?
All purchasing assistants are required to attend ________________.

Right! Hmm… Are we allowed to attend trade shows as well?
Employees can attend trade shows only if _____________________ member.

Alright. Is there anything we need to do at the end of our shift?
At the end of every shift, employees are expected to leave ___________________ in the office.
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

Hi. You’re the new lifestyle writer, right? My name’s Ron.
Yes. I’m Emma.

Nice to meet you, Emma.
Nice to meet you, too.

Sorry, but I came in late so I wasn’t able to _____________. Could I ask some questions about the training instead?
Sure. What do you wanna know?

What is our job’s basic _____________?
All writers are _____________ attend weekly progress meetings.

Right! Hmm… Are we allowed to go outside in finding stories to cover?
Yes, it says here that writers can cover stories outside the office as long as it is done by batch.
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 colleague came in late to your first day of training. Discuss to him/her the basic requirements for your job as a sales assistant, according to your handout. Your tutor will play the role of the colleague.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(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）
Lesson9: Giving instructions for a task

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1.　sales assistant 店員
　 As a sales assistant, I make sure to give customer satisfaction at all times.
2.　stock 在庫、在庫品
　 Do you have a new stock of this pair of red flats?
3.　stockroom 倉庫
　 Kindly wait for a moment; I’ll just get a new item from the stockroom.
4.　logbook 日誌、業務日誌
　 Please protect this logbook because it contains important and confidential information.
5.　code コード、記号
　 I have a discount code here. Would you mind?
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. What is the importance of sales assistants in malls?
2. When shopping for something, do you always request a new stock? Why or why not?
3. How would you organize the stockroom of a small business?
4. Which do you think are more efficient to use: logbooks or Excel/Google sheets?
5. What is the importance of having product codes in businesses?
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. How are you?
Good morning. I’m great. Thank you.

Good to know. Today’s your first working day as a sales assistant, and I will remind you again of your duties.
Okay.

Your duties here are greeting and assisting customers.
Alright. How about when customers ask for new stocks?

When the customer is requesting new stocks, all you need to do is call the stockroom.
I see.

You can find the corresponding numbers of each department in this logbook. This book will also tell you the product codes.
Thank you, sir!

You’re welcome. Good luck!
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

Good morning. How are you?
Good morning. I’m great. Thank you.

Good to know. Today’s your first working day as a sales assistant, and I will remind you again of your duties.
Okay.

Your main duties here are ___________ and ____________ customers.
Alright. How about when customers ask for new stocks?

When the customer is requesting new stocks, all you need to do is ____________________.
I see.

You can find the corresponding numbers of each department in this logbook. This book will also tell you the _______________.
Thank you, sir!

You’re welcome. Good luck!
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. Are you ready for your first day?
Good morning. Yes, I’m more than ready!

Great! Let’s recall your duties, shall we?
Okay.

As an HR officer, your duties here are recruitment, staffing, and employee benefits.
Yes. I remember all of those.

When an employee is _____________ a certain document, you need to read our procedures first before making/getting such.
Yes, sir.

You can find all the procedures on this __________. This also contains confidential information so please take care of it.
I will, sir. Thank you so much!
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 new employee has been hired as a new sales assistant. As an HR supervisor, give instructions to the new employee regarding his/her main duties. Your tutor will play the role of the employee.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(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）
Lesson13: Starting a Meeting

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1.　minutes 議事録
　 Please take the minutes of the meeting today. Thank you.
2.　arrange 整える、手配する、準備する
　 Mr. Smith arranged a meeting this Friday.
3.　progress report 経過報告
　 We submit our progress report weekly.
4.　proposal 提案
　 I will be discussing the details of my proposal on Wednesday.
5.　rundown 要約、概要報告、概略説明
　 Could you please give me a brief rundown of the report?
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. Is it difficult to take minutes of meetings?
2. Have you ever arranged a meeting at work?
3. How often must you submit a progress report?
4. When was the last time you submitted a proposal?
5. What should rundowns of reports have?
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, everyone. Let’s begin with the meeting. Emma, could you please take the minutes of the meeting?
Of course, Mr. Johnson.

Thank you. We arranged this meeting to talk about the progress of our project.
Is this about the latest initiative we discussed three months ago?

Yes. The first item on our agenda is the progress report from last week.
Will you be presenting the data?

No. Hailey from Quality Assurance will discuss the details about it.
I see. Thank you for clarifying.
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, everyone. Let’s begin with the meeting. Emma, could you please take the minutes of the meeting?
Of course, Mr. Johnson.

Thank you. ______________ to talk about the progress of our project.
Is this about the latest initiative we discussed three months ago?

Yes. The ______________ is the progress report from last week.
Will you be presenting the data?

No. _____ from ______________ will discuss the details about it.
I see. Thank you for clarifying.
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 afternoon. Let’s begin the meeting since everyone is here. Could you please take the minutes of the meeting?
Yes, sir.

Thank you. We ______________ to review Product Development staff Ms. Miller’s proposal.
Is it the one she submitted a week ago?

Yes, that’s correct. The first item ______________ is the rundown of the proposal.
Will she be discussing it?

Yes, she is here with us today. _____ from ______________ will discuss the details 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 are in a meeting with your colleagues about the new recruitment process. Lead the discussion by explaining why the meeting was arranged. Your tutor will pretend to be one of your colleagues and the minute taker.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(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）
Lesson15: Sales update

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1.　invest 投資する
　 It is a good time to invest in a new car.
2.　feedback フィードバック、意見、反響
　 The Italian chef gave my dishes positive feedback.
3.　increase 増加する
　 Customers have increased in the last three months.
4.　incredible 信じられないほど素晴らしい
　 Olympic divers are just incredible!
5.　forecast 予見する、予言する · 前もって計画を立てる
　 She writes a fashion trend forecast for a magazine every year.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. In what activity would you like to invest more time and effort?
2. How should a person react to negative feedback at work/school?
3. Do you believe that you can increase your vocabulary by reading novels?
4. Where can you find the most incredible place in your country?
5. Do you watch the weather forecast on television?
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

Thank you for coming to our monthly sales update.
Thank you as well. You may begin your report.

As the figure shows, June, so far, has been a busy month.
That’s right.

We now have 12 potential customers who are considering to invest in our business.
Great to hear that!

Also, the feedback on our new products has been great. Online sales have increased by 9%.
That’s incredible! What’s your forecast for the mall stores?

Most of them will be opened for 30 days next month so we expect $28,800 of sales in July.
I see. That’s good then.
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

Thank you for coming to our monthly sales update.
Thank you as well. You may begin your report.

As the figure shows, June, so far, has been a busy month.
That’s right.

We now have 12 potential customers who are considering to invest in our business.
Great to hear that!

Also, the feedback on our new products has been great. Online sales have ________ .
That’s ______ ! What’s your _______ the mall stores?

Most of them will be opened for 30 days next month so we expect $28,800 of sales in July.
I see. That’s good then.
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

Thank you for coming to our weekly sales update.
Thank you as well. You may begin your report.

As the figure shows, so far, we’ve had a busy first week.
That’s right.

Unfortunately, there are no potential customers who are considering to ______ in our business.
I understand. Please go on.

The _______ our new products hasn’t been great. Online sales have decreased by 9%.
That’s bad. What’s your forecast for the mall stores?

Most of them will be opened for 30 days next month so we expect $28,800 of sales in July.
I see.

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 representative. Give your boss a weekly sales update using the phrases you have learned. Your tutor will be your boss.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(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）
Lesson12: Planning a meeting

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1.　discussion 討論、話し合い
　 They ended the discussion with a note of positivity.
2.　client クライアント、顧客
　 He’s out to lunch with a client.
3.　via 経由
　 Most reports are sent via internal mail.
4.　venue 会場
　 We’re still trying to decide on a venue.
5.　set セットする
　 The project is set in the future.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. What was your last discussion at work?
2. Do you talk directly to your clients?
3. Do you send invites to your clients via email?
4. Where is your usual venue when you eat out with your colleagues?
5. Who sets your meetings?
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, how was your discussion with Mr. Garfield?
It went well. We decided that the best time for the meeting would be Thursday, August 12.

Have you invited the clients as well?
Yes, I have. I sent invites to everyone via e-mail.

That’s good to hear. How about the venue and time of the meeting?
I booked meeting room C from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

I guess everything is set. Thanks for coordinating!
It’s my pleasure.
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, how was the discussion you had with Mr. Garfield?
It went well. We decided that the best time for the meeting would be Thursday, August 12.

Have you invited the clients as well?
Yes, I have. I sent invites to everyone __________.

That’s good to hear. How about the venue and time of the meeting?
I __________ meeting room C from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

I guess everything is set. Thanks for coordinating!
It’s my pleasure.
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

Emma, have you already talked with Mr. Tanaka?
Yes, we concluded that the best time for the meeting would be Friday, August 13.

That’s great to hear. How about our bosses?
I sent invites to everyone __________. Also, I __________ meeting room D from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Thank you. Have you already finished your presentation too?
Yes, sir. I’ll send it to you via email so that you can modify it if necessary.

Okay. Please send it to me this afternoon.
That is noted, sir.
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
Plan a meeting with your boss. Ask him/her when he/she prefers to have a meeting with your team. 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.
(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）
Lesson11: Asking questions

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1.　communicate 伝達する、伝える
　 We only communicate by email.
2.　slide スライド
　 The slide explains details about online marketing.
3.　appear 現れる、～のように見える
　 He refused to appear in the meeting.
4.　app アプリ
　 This app turns the Android camera into a barcode scanner.
5.　leader リーダー
　 The leader said that the plans had failed.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. Who do you communicate with when you have something to suggest?
2. How many slides do you usually make when you make a presentation?
3. Is your boss always present during meetings?
4. What useful apps do you currently use?
5. Kindly describe your team leader in one word.
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, do you have any other inquiries?
I have a question. What do you mean by machine learning?

Siri, Apple’s AI (artificial intelligence) personal assistant, is an example of machine learning.
I see. Also, about the report… Could you explain the last slide further?

Yes, an application programming interface (API) allows different software components to communicate with one another and appear as if they are all part of the same program.
Oh, I see.

These interfaces are particularly common, and they help coordinate a lot of “moving pieces” to make a software or app easier to use.
Thanks for explaining further. By the way, I have another question. What should I do when the team leader is not around?

Well, you need to consult with the other team leaders. Do you have any other clarifications?
None. Thank you so much.
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, do you have any other inquiries?
I have a question. What __________ machine learning?

Siri, Apple’s AI (artificial intelligence) personal assistant, is an example of machine learning.
I see. Also, about the report… Could you __________ the last slide further?

Yes, an application programming interface (API) allows different software components to communicate with one another and appear as if they are all part of the same program.
Oh, I see.

These interfaces are particularly common, and they help coordinate a lot of “moving pieces” to make a software or app easier to use.
Thanks for explaining further. By the way, I have another question. What should I do when the team leader is not around?

Well, you need to consult with the other team leaders. Do you have any other clarifications?
None. Thank you so much.
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

Emma, is everything clear?
I have a question. __________ by ethernet?

Ethernet is the most common wired connection method for linking computers on a network.
Thanks. Also, __________ firewall further?

Sure! A firewall is a security device that protects trusted computer systems and networks from untrusted networks such as the Internet by acting as a barrier.
Thank you!

Is there anything else that you don’t understand?
What should I do when there is malware?

In that case, you have to inform your head engineer about it first.
I got it. Thanks!
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 in a meeting. Ask about the things you do not understand about the presentation such as artificial intelligence, green technology, and biometrics. Your tutor will be the one to answer your questions.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(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）
Lesson4: Job advertisement

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1.　requirement 要件、必要条件
　 The minimum requirement for the post was a degree in engineering.
2.　troubleshooting トラブルシューティング、異常時の処置
　 The book has helpful troubleshooting tips.
3.　solution 解決(策)
　 It was not the ideal solution to the problem.
4.　essential 欠くことのできない、必須の
　 Experience is essential for this job.
5.　résumé 履歴書
　 Use a laser printer to print your résumé.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. What are the requirements needed for your job?
2. What basic troubleshooting do you know?
3. Have you already found a solution to your problem at work?
4. Is it essential to have some experience in your position?
5. When was the last time you updated your résumé?
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

Hey, Emma! What was your company’s advertisement about?
We are looking for dedicated computer engineers who want to be part of our company.

What are the requirements for the position?
Applicants must have experience writing and testing software for mobile devices and computers.

Are there any specific skills they’re searching for?
Yes. Experience in troubleshooting different brands, models, and programs and finding solutions as quickly as possible is essential to the job.

I believe I have a chance at this.
You can stop by our company and hand in your résumé to Mr. Parker.

Got it! Thanks!
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

Hey, Emma! What was your company’s advertisement about?
We are _________ dedicated computer engineers who want to be part of our company.

What are the requirements for the position?
Applicants __________ experience writing and testing software for mobile devices and computers.

Are there any specific skills they’re searching for?
Yes. __________ in troubleshooting different brands, models, and programs and finding solutions as quickly as possible is essential to the job.

I believe I have a chance at this.
You can stop by our company and hand in your résumé to Mr. Parker.

Got it! Thanks!
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

Emma, could you tell me about your company’s advertisement?
Sure, we are __________ dedicated customer service representatives who want to be part of our company.

Thanks! By the way, what are the requirements for the position?
Applicants __________ experience in helping customers with complaints and questions, give customers information about products and services.

I see. Are there any specific skills they’re searching for?
Yes, experience in problem-solving and documentation skills are essential to the job.

Thanks for sharing!
If you have more questions, just send me a message.
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
Your friend is looking for an accounting job. Share with him/her the last job advertisement you have seen. Your tutor will be your friend.
PART E_3
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(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）
Lesson5: Hiring strategies

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1.　rely 信頼する、当てにする
　 You should rely on your own efforts.
2.　social media ソーシャルメディア
　 In the formation of healthy relationships, social media play an important role.
3.　trend 傾向、動向
　 This is a growing trend.
4.　potential 見込みのある、潜在的な
　 Potential investors have been turned off by the company’s financial problems.
5.　candidate 候補者
　 The candidate has passed all the tests.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. Who do you rely on when you have difficulties with your tasks?
2. Does your company post ads on social media?
3. What is the new trend at work nowadays?
4. What do you look for in a potential candidate?
5. How many candidates does your HR department accommodate per day?
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. Could you tell me about your job?
Sure, I am an HR staff. I have been working for 3 years now.

That’s good to hear. By the way, what are your hiring strategies?
Now, we rely on job advertisements on social media almost exclusively.

That is the trend nowadays. Joining job fairs is also a great way to find the right people.
I agree, that’s why the company gave up posting jobs in print newspapers to find potential candidates.

I think there’s nothing wrong with that. People use the internet every minute of their day.
No doubt about it.
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. Could you tell me about your job?
Sure, I am an HR staff. I have been working for 3 years now.

That’s good to hear. By the way, what are your hiring strategies?
Now, we __________ job advertisements on social media almost exclusively.

That is the trend nowadays. Joining job fairs is a great way to find the right people.
I agree, that’s why the company __________ posting jobs in print newspapers to find potential candidates.

I think there’s nothing wrong with that. People use the internet every minute of their day.
No doubt about it.
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. You work in the HR department, right? Does our company post job alerts online?
Certainly! Now, we __________ posting in-depth content about our company on social media almost exclusively.

That’s popular nowadays.
Also, posting on mini-billboards at stops along one of Chicago’s commuter train lines is __________ to find the right people.

Why do you say so?
Well, it could be seen by thousands of tech professionals walking downtown every day.

Now, I understand why our company gave up posting jobs in print newspapers to find potential candidates.
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
Have a small talk with your senior colleague. Ask him/her what hiring strategies your company uses. 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.
(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.

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