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Make a polite request:

→ “Would it be possible to reschedule our meeting?” or “Could we move the meeting to another time, please?”

Change this sentence into passive voice: “The manager approved the budget.”

→ “The budget was approved by the manager.”

Fill in the blank: “If I ---- more time, I would finish the project.”

had (Second conditional)

Which sentence uses the first conditional?

“If we reduce prices, sales will increase.”

“If we reduced prices, sales would increase.”

Choose the correct sentence:

“I will send you the report by Friday.”

“I am send you the report by Friday.”

How do you prepare for a job interview?

→ Research the company, practice common questions, prepare your résumé, dress appropriately.

What should you do if a colleague doesn’t do their share of work?

→ Speak to them privately, try to resolve it, or escalate to a manager if necessary.

Describe a good team leader. What qualities do they need?

→ Communication skills, empathy, decision-making ability, motivation, organization.

What are the pros and cons of working from home?

→ Pros: Flexibility, no commute. Cons: Isolation, distractions, communication issues.

Your company wants to expand to another country. What factors should you consider?

→ Local laws, culture, demand, competition, labor force, and cost.

Imagine you’re giving a presentation. How would you introduce your topic?

→ “Good morning. Today I’m going to talk about our new marketing strategy for the next quarter.”

Your client is angry about a late delivery. What do you say to calm them down?

→ “I completely understand your frustration. We are working to resolve this and will update you shortly.”

What would you say when ending a business phone call professionally?

→ “Thank you for your time. I’ll follow up with an email. Have a great day.”

How would you politely disagree with a colleague in a meeting?

→ “I see your point, but I’d like to offer a different perspective.”

You have a meeting at 10 a.m., but you’re running late. What could you say in an email?

→ “I apologize, but I’m running a few minutes late for our 10 a.m. meeting. I’ll join shortly.”

Define the term “stakeholder.”

→ A person or group with an interest or concern in a business (e.g., employees, investors, customers).

What is the difference between “gross profit” and “net profit”?

→ Gross profit is revenue minus cost of goods sold. Net profit is what's left after all expenses, taxes, and costs.

What does “to meet a deadline” mean?

→ To finish a task or project by a specific time or date.