Let's talk Business - INTERMEDIATE 2

In this unit, you'll discuss productivity. You'll read a Forbes article, learn the grammar of causatives, watch a BBC video and learn plenty of new words including phrasal verbs and idioms.  

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In this unit, you will explore Performance Appraisals. You will learn about past modal verbs, watch two HBR videos, and read an article. The unit concludes with key phrasal verbs and a role-play exercise on appraisals.

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In this unit, you will explore the topic of problem-solving. You will learn useful vocabulary and idiomatic expressions, examine two different approaches to tackling complex problems, and study the grammar of intensifiers. The unit concludes with a role-play activity and a writing task on the topic.

In this unit, you will explore the concept of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). You will learn useful vocabulary and idiomatic expressions, delve into the principles of CSR, examine its pros and cons, and explore its various applications in today’s corporate world. Additionally, you will study the grammar of discourse markers. The unit concludes with a review of debate language and a writing task on the topic.

In this unit, you will explore how to stand out at work. You will learn useful vocabulary and expressions to describe how to talk about this topic. Additionally, you will study the grammar of wishes and "if only" to express hypothetical situations. The unit also covers the use of "get" in different contexts, examines the Peter Principle, and introduces negotiating language. The unit concludes with practical exercises to help you apply these concepts in real-world workplace scenarios.

In this unit, you will expand your vocabulary with a range of useful terms and expressions related to consumerism, including topics such as spending habits, advertising, and consumer behavior. The grammar focus of the unit is on reported speech, which will help you accurately convey what others have said in both formal and informal contexts. Finally, the business communication skills section will teach you how to describe charts and trends effectively, a key skill in presenting data clearly and professionally in meetings, reports, and presentations.

In this unit, you will build your vocabulary with a range of useful idioms and phrasal verbs related to leadership, exploring different organizational structures such as hierarchical and flat models. The grammar focus of the unit is on cleft sentences, which will help you emphasize key points and bring clarity to your ideas when discussing leadership and workplace dynamics. Finally, the business communication skills section will enhance your ability to describe charts and trends, a crucial skill for presenting organizational data clearly and persuasively in meetings, reports, and presentations.

In this unit, you will expand your vocabulary with a selection of practical idioms and phrasal verbs for dealing with challenging colleagues and navigating difficult workplace relationships. You will explore strategies for managing conflicts and maintaining professionalism through engaging activities, including a video on handling difficult people and a roleplay to practice real-life scenarios. The grammar focus of the unit will help you express empathy and assertiveness effectively in conversations. Finally, the business communication skills section will sharpen your understanding of body language, enabling you to interpret non-verbal cues and project confidence in professional interactions.