This restaurant doesn't advertise, but relies on w____ of m____.
word of mouth
I phoned the airline's customer service and they requested / reassured / demanded me that I would receive a refund.
reassured
My account has minus $100 on it. I'm in the green / in the red / in black and white.
in the red
This matter has handled / have been handled / has been handled very badly.
has been handled
The success of a business depends on/from/ with a strong and dedicated workforce that is committed to achieving the company's goals.
on
What is your long-term goal?
your own answer
Choose the correct option. Through employee training programs, the company aims to increase / to reduce errors and improve quality standards.
to reduce
How long ____ (work) for this company? Would you like to find a new job?
have you worked
Antony is a t_______ employee - he always meets deadlines and gives attention to detail.
trustworthy
If you're interested in learning more, let's set __ a meeting.
up
What is the opposite of "advance"?
regress
Preference will be given / will given / will give to graduates of this university.
will be given
It’s worth to note / noting that the company rewards loyal customers with discounts.
noting
Everyone in our team loves experimenting at work. I think we are really open-minded / narrow-minded.
open-minded
The discussion focused at/on/about two main issues - the negotiation with a new partner and the upcoming conference.
on
Emily looks down on people who haven’t been to college - she’s so a________!
arrogant
He let / cut / turned down the job because it involved too much travelling.
turned
At present the company's financial performance _______ (worsen) due to the challenging market conditions.
is worsening
This author wrote/used to write three brilliant books last year.
wrote
Building a successful business consists ___ strategic planning, market analysis, and a customer-centric approach
of
I apologize for any i___________.
inconvenience
I ______ (be) on a few business trips recently. Last time I ______(be) in Prague for two days and ____(see) a lot of interesting places. have been; was; saw
have been; was; saw
Choose the correct option. In order to increase efficiency, businesses try to improve / eliminate / strengthen unnecessary bureaucratic procedures.
eliminate
When Lina arrived, the first part of the conference ______ (finish; already).
had already finished
We discussed/were discussing our new radio commercial when the marketing director called/was calling.
were discussing; called
If Leo finds / will find five new clients within the next week, the boss gives / might give the green light to his promotion.
finds; might give
We p______ our customers w___ all the necessary information about our product.
provide with
This young politician is really goal-oriented - he’s decisive / determined to succeed.
determined
Businesses can e_______ financial risks by conducting thorough risk assessments.
eliminate
So far, we have managed to overcome all the o_________ that have been placed in our path.
obstacles
I look forward to h______ from you soon.
hearing
I’m meeting / I will meet our new investor at 5 pm on Friday.
I’m meeting
This month David ____ (try) to focus on developing conflict resolution skills.
is trying
Meghan is sure that her son is going to reach / will reach all his goals.
will reach
There is a clear opportunity for growth and e________ in the e-commerce industry.
expansion
Before launching a new project we need to e__________ the time we’re going to need to complete it.
estimate
Our designer has created an e__-________ poster to promote the new language courses.
eye-catching
The industry r____ o_ the price of raw materials remaining low.
relies on
Our e_______ ensures high-quality and reliable solutions.
expertise
Mr Lewis had a long and brilliant/diamond career.
brilliant
Our assistants will be happy to answer your q______.
queries / questions
If we won’t / don’t finish this report today, we will fall / fall behind schedule.
don’t; will fall
Don't h______ to reach out if you have any questions or want to learn more.
hesitate
A: Could you please help me prepare for a job interview? B: Sure, I’m going to give / I’ll give you some tips!
I’ll give
The opening speech was given by a controversial right-wing political / politic / politician.
politician
Our service f___ a n____ for businesses looking to improve their digital security.
fills a need
You have to go through endless r___ t_____ to get a residence permit.
red tape
The company is considering other marketing tactics like c_______ e________and p______ p________ to promote new products.
celebrity endorsement; product placement
The government failed to i__________ that solution - they’re now weighing the costs and risks of a new plan.
implement
In this resort you can enjoy all the comfort and c___________ of modern tourism.
convenience