aleonovich y25aleonovich 20251225 154 134 2 92 64 icons8-reading-100.png quarterly test Prepare for quarterly test vocab pre teach functional language grammar focus smartphone or tablet device listening Download onto your phone or tablet and listen carefully. 20250807 Anton, It seems when I issued an invoice for 20250724 I quoted only 1500. I should have issued an invoice for 3000 because we were 1ach late on payment due 20250626. Unless I'm mistaken, the last balance was 20250619. As 20250724 was already paid for (according to the invoice), today's invoice is for 20250626, 20250814, 20250821. ]]> xml sbook_plugins/wordlist_generated_from_xml_clog_sbook_for_sbook_session.inc BE C1 iALE 2025 20260115 18:45-19:45 1 1700 -1700 + -1500 = -3200 tbc Letter of complaint By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson Unit 3.5 Letter of complaint pg 36 ex 1 reading letter of complaint zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> Business Partner B2+ Unit 3.5 Letter of complaint 117 Writing a letter of complaint active textbook How do you express dissatisfaction in a polite, though assertive, manner? ✓ appreciate the fact your complaint might be filtered by a chatbot ✓ ensure your complaint is understandable → don't allow emotions to make your message confused If you were a long-standing customer, would you take the risk and bear the cost of going to court? ✓ provided advance notice of late payment ✓ anticipated cash flow problems ✓ requested & obtained increased overdraft ✓ were given written assurance → stand a fair chance of obtaining compensation pg 36 ex 1 reading letter of complaint Functional language: Formal vs semi-formal language pg 36 ex 2 A vocab pg 36 ex 2 B vocab pg 36 ex 3 A reading → pg 126 email to a bank set for homework pg 36 ex 3 B C writing ]]> 116 1 pix/icons8-dictionary-100_white.png Formal vs semi-formal complaints & requests active wip xml_multi_dd_row How do you express discontentment without being too emotional? 22 14 left Giving reasons (3)
We are sorry to say we are not happy with... Requiring action (5)
Please, kindly deal with this ASAP. Warning (3)
We'll sue you if you don't fix this. Closing (3)
Please, confirm reception of this message. ]]> 1;2 3;4;5;6 7;8 9;10 Giving reasons We are sorry to say we are not happy with... We are writing to express our deep satisfaction with... It is with deep regret that I am writing to complain about... Requiring action Please, kindly deal with this ASAP. We request you kindly resolve this matter immediately. We expect you to solve this at your earliest convenience. We would appreciate immediate action on this matter. We demand you proceed with this matter without any further delay. Warning We'll sue you if you don't fix this. We will have to take you to court if a solution is not found. Unless you do this we shall be forced to seek legal action. Closing Please, confirm reception of this message. We look forward to your prompt response and resolution. We request immediate acknowledgement of this letter. ]]> 115 overdraft = amount of money that you owe to a bank when you have spent more money than is in your bank account; an arrangement that allows you to do this long-standing = that has existed or lasted for a long time prompt = done without delay 114 20251225 18:45-19:45 1 1500 3000 20251208 -1500 + 3000 = -1500 active Defending your ideas and describing consequences By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson Unit 3.4 Defending your ideas pg 35 ex 4 A B vocab zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> Business Partner B2+ Unit 3.4 Defending your ideas 113 Presenting and defending a proposal active textbook Are you able to defend your ideas? ✓ when pressed by time ✓ if they realise you are losing to the competition In what circumstances would taking extra measures be warranted? ✓ in case of a product flaw pg 35 ex 4 A B vocab T / Cl To what extent would you lose out to the competition if you didn't leverage AI? ✓ probably wouldn't be able to make use of big data in a timely manner pg 35 ex 5 speaking pg 35 ex 6 A task → pg 126 student A → pg 128 student B pg 35 ex 6 B presentation ]]> 112 to warrant = to make a particular activity necessary; to make sth necessary or appropriate in a particular situation; служить основанием; оправдывать backing = support to take on = to accept a particular job or responsibility to lose out to sb = to not have an advantage that other people have; to not get something that you expected or wanted 111 appointed got an appointment to the doctor (OR at the doctors') My eye was crying unstoppably no-stop I couldn't see actually nothing anything I need to be deep exact | precise | knowledgeable about the details (OR immersed in the process) It can lead to fail failure You can adapt it on to your taste Unfortunately, yes, that would fail spoil | ruin our image ]]> 20251204 18:45-19:45 1 1500 -1500 + -1500 = -3000 active Presentation delivery | Defending your ideas By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson pg 33 ex 8 B presentation → choose student A or B → practise some rhetorical questions, the introduction of your presentation, a memorable conclusion... (use presentation notes scripted for oral delivery) → record yourself and compare your own audio recordings with graphs to assess your current skills (use Zoom or anything else to record your rehearsals) → try to achieve a variety of pitches (check audio tracks with a spectrogram) Business Partner B2 Plus coursebook zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> Business Partner B2+ Unit 3.3 Presentation styles 110 Fact-based and emotion-based presentations active textbook Are fact-based presentations more convincing and memorable than emotion-based presentations? pg 33 ex 7 C vocab ]]> 109 active textbook pg 33 ex 8 B presentation → choose student A or B → use notes from Rehearsing for voice modulation (optional) ]]> 108 5 Rehearsing for voice modulation (optional) pix/icons8-lecturer-100_white.png active prep_deck_shuffled_lines_halign deck_shuffled_lines_halign 107 to substitute A (for B) | ~ B (with / by A) | ~ for sb/sth = to take the place of sb/sth else; to use sb/sth instead of sb/sth else; to perform the same job as another thing or person or to take their place to be snowed under = to have so much work that you have problems dealing with it all lavish = large in amount, or impressive, and usually costing a lot of money, having an air of allure, romance and excitement glamorous = having an air of allure, romance and excitement CFO = chief financial officer sumptuous /ˈsʌmptjuəs/ = splendid and expensive-looking breakdown = detailed analysis (of statistics etc.) expenditure = act of spending or using money; an amount of money spent to mingle = to combine or make one thing combine with another; to move among people and talk to them, especially at a social event Business Partner B2+ Unit 3.4 Defending your ideas 106 Planning and budgeting personal expenses active textbook How do you manage your expenses? ✓ depends how rich you are If you are on holiday, do you want to relax or keep track of your expenses? ✓ just transfer limited amounts from one account to another → make sure you don't run out of cash or go bankrupt pg 34 ex 1 2 speaking Lexical material: Spending habits, managing personal expenses pg 34 ex 3 A vocab pg 34 ex 3 B C listening business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_audio_files/business_partner_b2_plus_coursebook_audio_012_3_03.mp3 T / Cl What does it mean to make an app 'sticky'? ✓ makes customers become dependent on → not able to switch to competitors ]]> 105 spending habits = products that particular customers usually buy and the places where they buy them persistent = determined to do sth in spite of difficulties, especially when other people are against you and think that you are being annoying or unreasonable; continuing for a long period of time without interruption, or repeated frequently, especially in a way that is annoying and cannot be stopped from scratch = from the very beginning, especially without making use of or relying on any previous work for assistance big|bigger picture = most important facts about a situation and the effects of that situation on other things to settle = to adjust differences or accounts; to come to an agreement to settle down = to become quiet and calm, or to make someone become quiet and calm to win over = to persuade someone who has a different opinion to yours to support you or agree with you to lose out to sb = to not have an advantage that other people have; to not get something that you expected or wanted 104 of time As for me, I'm much more happier when... The four stars star hotels mustn't be further than the 2nd line (street) from the shore If I would be so was | were confident enough in that we have enough money ]]> 202511127 18:45-19:45 1 1500 -1500 + 0 = -1500 active Rehearsing presentations with speech analysis software By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson pg 33 ex 7 A B vocab pg 33 ex 8 B presentation → choose student A or B Business Partner B2 Plus coursebook zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> Business Partner B2+ Unit 3.3 Presentation styles 103 2 Oral delivery - Focus on flow active edit_2columns_2qa pix/icons8-lecturer-100_white.png What the hell are you doing here?! W h a t t h e h e l l (pause) a r e you (pause) doing--here?! Whatthehell (pause) a r e you---doing---here?! What--the--hell--are (pause) you (pause) doing---here?! Whatthe--h e l l--are--you--d o i n g----here?!]]> 102 3 Oral delivery - Focus on pitch & rhythmical patterns active edit_2columns_2qa pix/icons8-lecturer-100_white.png that is the question]]> () in the text] before the keyword.]]> that is the question To be or not to be, that is the question To be or not to be, () that is () the question To be () or not to be, that () is the question]]> https://www.instagram.com/reel/DDKzR7uTdJA/?igsh=bG9zdXY2cXhoZTU5 ]]> 101 4 Praat: doing phonetics by computer 20230323 hw20230328 pix/icons8-lecturer-100_white.png active edit_match_qa edit_2columns_2qa http://www.fon.hum.uva.nl/praat/ ]]> Quick start either Praat object > new > record (crtl + r) or Praat object > open > read from file | long sound file → select in left column object imported file | long sound file > view & edit view menu > show analysis > longest analysis 30sec editor & viewer window > pitch > show pitch editor & viewer window > intensity > show intensity Navigating the GUI ctrl + i zoom in ctrl + o zoom out tab play (visible timeline) page up go back on timeline page down go forward on timeline Priorities: = focus on pitch (high vs low) rather than intensity (volume) ]]> Sample of a male native British English speaker's intonation answering questions during an interview src: Market Leader 3rd edition Upper Intermediate - audio cd 1 track 3 ]]> visual ]]> * intensity in green * Hz (pitch) in blue → notice how pitch peaks above intensity (probably a rhetorical question) Comparative analysis of two individuals src: EFL learners level B1/B2 ]]> visual ]]> * sample on the left features a narrow range of frequencies → probably a non-native speaker with a monotone voice * sample on the right features a wider range of frequencies → probably a speaker with more intonation (visible in blue) Comparative analysis of a single individual src: EFL learner level B1 ]]> visual ]]> * 1st sample (left) before training voice modulation * 2nd sample (middle) training voice modulation - take 01 * 3rd sample (right) training voice modulation - take 02 → notice how speaker improves existing potential (already visible peaks in 1st sample) 100 5 Rehearsing for voice modulation (optional) pix/icons8-lecturer-100_white.png active prep_deck_shuffled_lines_halign deck_shuffled_lines_halign 99 to substitute A (for B) | ~ B (with / by A) | ~ for sb/sth = to take the place of sb/sth else; to use sb/sth instead of sb/sth else; to perform the same job as another thing or person or to take their place to be snowed under = to have so much work that you have problems dealing with it all lavish = large in amount, or impressive, and usually costing a lot of money, having an air of allure, romance and excitement glamorous = having an air of allure, romance and excitement CFO = chief financial officer sumptuous /ˈsʌmptjuəs/ = splendid and expensive-looking breakdown = detailed analysis (of statistics etc.) expenditure = act of spending or using money; an amount of money spent to mingle = to combine or make one thing combine with another; to move among people and talk to them, especially at a social event 98 how what's it called ]]> 202511120 18:45-19:45 1 1500 3000 20251117 -1500 + -1500 + 3000 = 0 active Presentation styles (2/2) By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson (rescheduled from previous lesson) pg 31 ex 8 vocab Business Partner B2 Plus coursebook zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> Business Partner B2+ Unit 3.3 Presentation styles 97 Presentation styles active textbook How can you adapt the style of your presentation to your audience? ✓ keep content timely relevant ✓ grade language (plain English vs jargon) ✓ choose appropriate register (informal vs formal) pg 32 ex 1 A B speaking T / Cl Do you remember who taught you to ride a bike? How did you feel? = rhetorical question to start [a fact-driven | an emotion-based] presentation? ✓ emotion-based → engage audience with shared experience they may easily identify with pg 32 ex 2 A B speaking pg 32 ex 3 A video business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_video_files/business_partner_b2_plus_video_unit3_lesson3_3.3.1.mp4 pg 32 ex 3 B speaking pg 32 ex 3 C video Option A fact-driven presentation style business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_video_files/business_partner_b2_plus_video_unit3_lesson3_3.3.2.mp4 Option B style that appeals to the audience’s senses and emotions business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_video_files/business_partner_b2_plus_video_unit3_lesson3_3.3.3.mp4 ]]> 96 Fact-driven vs emotions-based presentations active wip textbook Can emotions-based presentations be more effective than fact-driven ones? pg 32 ex 5 video business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_video_files/business_partner_b2_plus_video_unit3_lesson3_3.3.4.mp4 pg 32 ex 6 speaking ]]> 95 Fact-based and emotion-based presentations wip active textbook Are fact-based presentations more convincing and memorable than emotion-based presentations? pg 33 ex 7 C vocab ]]> 94 Chunking and stress in a presentation active textbook How can you improve the oral delivery of your presentations? business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_audio_files/business_partner_b2_plus_coursebook_audio_045_P3_02.mp3 pg 115 ex 2 listening business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_audio_files/business_partner_b2_plus_coursebook_audio_046_P3_03.mp3 pg 115 ex 3 speaking ]]> 93 to substitute A (for B) | ~ B (with / by A) | ~ for sb/sth = to take the place of sb/sth else; to use sb/sth instead of sb/sth else; to perform the same job as another thing or person or to take their place to be snowed under = to have so much work that you have problems dealing with it all lavish = large in amount, or impressive, and usually costing a lot of money, having an air of allure, romance and excitement glamorous = having an air of allure, romance and excitement CFO = chief financial officer sumptuous /ˈsʌmptjuəs/ = splendid and expensive-looking breakdown = detailed analysis (of statistics etc.) expenditure = act of spending or using money; an amount of money spent to mingle = to combine or make one thing combine with another; to move among people and talk to them, especially at a social event 92 money theme financial aspect is not worth mentioning ... what feelings the guests feel (have) Only their photographers will be allowded allowed They found the match to each other common ground Depending on the auditory audience If you don't connect with the audience nobody will listen to you The participants could be angry on at something I need to check it in the vocabulary dictionary ]]> 20251106 18:45-19:45 1 1500 -1500 + 0 = -1500 active Presentation styles (1/2) By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson pg 31 ex 8 vocab Business Partner B2 Plus coursebook (optional homework) Verb patterns → practise with drills listed below zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> Business Partner B2+ Unit 3.2 Managing money 91 1 pix/icons8-lecturer-100_white.png Verb patterns checklist active move_contents ∑ 4 verb patterns 1) verb + infinitive 2) verb + gerund 3) verb + infinitive OR gerund → no real difference in meaning + ing = about the past, focus on an ongoing process + to + infinitive = about the future, focus on a goal 4) verb + infinitive OR gerund → difference in meaning Common verbs with ing (incl. 3 -4) to admit [or to admit that] to avoid to begin (3) to belong to carry on to consider to continue (3) to deny [or to deny that] to enjoy to fancy to finish to give up to go on (4) to imagine to involve to keep to keep on to mean (4) to mind to postpone to put off to regret (4) to risk to start (3) to stop (4) to suggest [or to suggest that] to think of to try (4) to understand to weigh ]]> 90 20190418-1837 Verb patterns active review grammar_verb_patterns_selection_b1_02.csv grammar_verb_patterns_selection_b2_01.csv grammar_verb_patterns_selection_b2_03.csv Business Partner B2+ Unit 3.3 Presentation styles 89 Presentation styles active textbook How can you adapt the style of your presentation to your audience? ✓ keep content timely relevant ✓ grade language (plain English vs jargon) ✓ choose appropriate register (informal vs formal) pg 32 ex 1 A B speaking T / Cl Do you remember who taught you to ride a bike? How did you feel? = rhetorical question to start [a fact-driven | an emotion-based] presentation? ✓ emotion-based → engage audience with shared experience they may easily identify with pg 32 ex 2 A B speaking pg 32 ex 3 A video business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_video_files/business_partner_b2_plus_video_unit3_lesson3_3.3.1.mp4 pg 32 ex 3 B speaking ]]> 88 to substitute A (for B) | ~ B (with / by A) | ~ for sb/sth = to take the place of sb/sth else; to use sb/sth instead of sb/sth else; to perform the same job as another thing or person or to take their place to be snowed under = to have so much work that you have problems dealing with it all lavish = large in amount, or impressive, and usually costing a lot of money, having an air of allure, romance and excitement glamorous = having an air of allure, romance and excitement CFO = chief financial officer sumptuous /ˈsʌmptjuəs/ = splendid and expensive-looking 87 actual things (give|provide) facts | data If I would did (have to substitute for somebody)... She has to add figures because the finance director would will be present | there She talks about a forty billions dollars billion dollar industry ]]> preliminary /prɪˈlɪmɪnərɪ/ 20251023 18:45-19:45 1 1500 -1500 + 1500 = 0 active Phrasal verbs | Paying back money By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson pg 31 ex 6 A B grammar Business Partner B2 Plus coursebook zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> Business Partner B2+ Unit 3.2 Managing money 86 20200515-1541 Phrasal verbs with separable and not separable objects (transitive vs intransitive) active grammar 85 20210227-0943 Particles in phrasal verbs mindmap 1 3 active textbook particles in phrasal verbs mindmap smartphone or tablet device print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf. particles_in_phrasal_verbs_mindmap.pdf ]]> 84 Grammar practice active textbook → pg 119 grammar reference pg 31 ex 7 A B grammar pg 31 ex 7 C grammar set for homework pg 31 ex 8 vocab ]]> 83 20240920-1238 Different meanings of 'to need' (verb patterns) active grammar 82 20240531-0906 Verb patterns active grammar 81 1 pix/icons8-lecturer-100_white.png Verb patterns checklist active move_contents ∑ 4 verb patterns 1) verb + infinitive 2) verb + gerund 3) verb + infinitive OR gerund → no real difference in meaning + ing = about the past, focus on an ongoing process + to + infinitive = about the future, focus on a goal 4) verb + infinitive OR gerund → difference in meaning Common verbs with ing (incl. 3 -4) to admit [or to admit that] to avoid to begin (3) to belong to carry on to consider to continue (3) to deny [or to deny that] to enjoy to fancy to finish to give up to go on (4) to imagine to involve to keep to keep on to mean (4) to mind to postpone to put off to regret (4) to risk to start (3) to stop (4) to suggest [or to suggest that] to think of to try (4) to understand to weigh ]]> 80 20190418-1837 Verb patterns active review grammar_verb_patterns_selection_b1_02.csv grammar_verb_patterns_selection_b2_01.csv grammar_verb_patterns_selection_b2_03.csv 79 Saving up to pay back active textbook Do you know anyone who has run up debts because they couldn't get by on their salary? ✓ when their landlord put up the rent Are you able to put by some money for your holidays? ✓ if you don't splash out on some extravagant destination pg 31 ex 9 A B speaking pg 31 ex 9 C writing ]]> 78 to carry on = to continue to put down (~ a deposit) = to give someone some money when you agree to buy something to pay off = to pay back money that you owe; if something you have done pays off, it is successful to cut down = to reduce the number, amount, or size of something to put up = to increase the cost of something; to provide money as backing for an enterprise to put by = to save money for future use can't stand = to dislike very much to remember + infinitive = to keep in mind you need to do sth and not to forget to remember + gerund = to recall a past action to try + gerund = to try & see what happens to try + infinitive = to try & get a result to go on + gerund = to continue (the activity in the gerund) to go on + infinitive = to end one action and start another one to forget + infinitive = to forget sth you are / were supposed to do to forget + gerund = to forget a definite past event to keep + gerund = to do sth again and again to give up = to stop doing sth 77 setted set the goals My familiar Some acquaintance sent me an advert When I'm looking forward to a journey, I need to carry on out the a plan of saving to save money If I will do not have enough of budget money I have to pay it back them ]]> 20251016 18:45-19:45 1 1500 3000 20251015 -1500 + 3000 = 1500 active Lifesaver bottle (TedTalk presentation) By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson pg 31 ex 6 A B grammar Business Partner B2 Plus coursebook zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> 76 1 Lead in active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png Would you object to drinking water from the Moscow river? Would you object to drinking water from the Moscow river? 〆probably yes to object to +ing = to say that you disagree with, disapprove of or oppose sth What techniques do you know to make water drinkable? ✓ boiling ✓ filtering ✓ desalination (...) desalination = process of removing salt from sea water Imagine you were in a country struck by water shortages due to war or climate change, how would you ensure access to water? ✓ rely on international aid ✓ relocate populations closer to rivers shortage = situation when there is not enough of the people or things that are needed to ensure = to make sure that sth happens or is definite 75 2 Saving lives with decontaminated water active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-movie-100_white.png How to make filthy water drinkable, Michael Pritchard http://www.ted.com Too much of the world lacks access to clean drinking water. Engineer Michael Pritchard did something about it -- inventing the portable Lifesaver filter, which can make the most revolting water drinkable in seconds. An amazing demo from TEDGlobal 2009. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rXepkIWPhFQ ]]> Would you drink water from a puddle in the street if you were thirsty? michael_pritchard_how_to_make_filthy_water_drinkable-rxepkiwphfq.mkv How many people around the world are now suffering from diarrhoea since Michael Pritchard started his speech [01'27]? 13 000 people diarrhoea = illness in which waste matter is emptied from the bowels much more frequently than normal, and in liquid form How many children have just died while he was speaking? 4 children Why was Michael Pritchard angry? [02:27] 〆the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami forced people to flee 〆large and destructive category 5 Atlantic hurricane Katerina caused over 1,800 fatalities and $125 billion in damage in late August 2005, especially in the city of New Orleans and the surrounding areas → it took 5 days to get water to the Superdome → people were shooting each other for Tv sets and water, looting to flee = to leave a person or place very quickly, especially because you are afraid of possible danger looting = act of stealing, or the taking of goods by force, typically in the midst of a military, political, or other social crisis, such as war, natural disasters, or rioting. The proceeds of all these activities can be described as booty, loot, plunder, spoils, or pillage. Throughout history, the practice of war looting was often considered a customary right of victorious armies until the development of modern international humanitarian law What is the size of bacteria & viruses? ✓ bacteria ~ 200 nano metres ✓ viruses ~ 25 nano metres nano = one thousand-millionth of a metre What is the size of pores of the solution provided? 15 nano millimetres pore = one of the very small holes in your skin that sweat can pass through; one of the similar small holes in the surface of a plant or a rock Where do the water and ingredients used for the demonstration come from? ✓ river Thames ✓ water from his pond ✓ gift from a friend's rabbit ✓ sewage water pond = small area of still water, especially one that is artificial sewage = used water and waste substances that are produced by human bodies, that are carried away from houses and factories through special pipes What are the applications of the Lifesaver bottle? ✓ first aid kit for international aid organisations ✓ hiking, trekking (...) What happens when people congregate in a camp to get water? 〆diseases spread → problems keep perpetrating to congregate = to come together in a group to perpetrate = to commit a crime or do sth wrong or evil What is his 'thinking different' approach? ✓ use natural resources → make water sterile ≠ don't relocate people What is the millennium goal? What can you do with USD 8 billion? ✓ halve the number of people who have no access to drinking water to halve = to cut by 2 The UK government spends 20 million pounds per year on foreign aid. What does Michael suggest doing with USD 20 billion? ✓ provide safe drinking water for all aid = money, food, etc. that is sent to help countries in difficult situations In what circumstances could the Lifesaver jerrycan or bottle be used? ✓ natural disaster ✓ camping (...) What technical risks could you have when exploiting the Lifesaver? 〆pores could get clogged before reaching 6000 litres of dirty water 〆some chemicals might get through the pores 〆usage might cost more than half a cent per day to clog = to block sth or to become blocked Why aren't governments already using this solution? 〆lobby by bottled water producers 〆medical and/or sanitary regulations blocking widespread usage of this technology lobby = group of people who try to influence politicians on a particular issue How would you convince people in Russia to buy these products? 〆people are not in a dire situation requiring such temporary solution → sell to hunters & hikers as a camping item dire = very severe Should the government deploy this technology in remote regions? 〆perhaps too expensive even for a settlement → better develop or revamp the local Soviet Union infrastructure to deploy = to use sth effectively to revamp = to make changes to the form of sth, usually to improve its appearance 74 to object to +ing = to say that you disagree with, disapprove of or oppose sth desalination = process of removing salt from sea water shortage = situation when there is not enough of the people or things that are needed diarrhoea = illness in which waste matter is emptied from the bowels much more frequently than normal, and in liquid form to flee = to leave a person or place very quickly, especially because you are afraid of possible danger looting = act of stealing, or the taking of goods by force, typically in the midst of a military, political, or other social crisis, such as war, natural disasters, or rioting. The proceeds of all these activities can be described as booty, loot, plunder, spoils, or pillage. Throughout history, the practice of war looting was often considered a customary right of victorious armies until the development of modern international humanitarian law pore = one of the very small holes in your skin that sweat can pass through; one of the similar small holes in the surface of a plant or a rock sewage = used water and waste substances that are produced by human bodies, that are carried away from houses and factories through special pipes to congregate = to come together in a group to perpetrate = to commit a crime or do sth wrong or evil to halve = to cut by 2 aid = money, food, etc. that is sent to help countries in difficult situations to clog = to block sth or to become blocked lobby = group of people who try to influence politicians on a particular issue dire = very severe to deploy = to use sth effectively to revamp = to make changes to the form of sth, usually to improve its appearance 73 (= when you scoop) I've just discovered invented it How does What's it called? - Gastritis They started to shoot to at each other ]]> 20251013 19:05-20:05 1 1500 -1500 + 1500 = 0 active Managing money Phrasal verbs | Paying back money By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson pg 30 ex 4 vocab Business Partner B2 Plus coursebook zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> Business Partner B2+ Unit 3.2 Managing money 72 Managing money pix/icons8-cafe-100_white.png active textbook How do you get by in times of galloping inflation? ✓ avoid saving up ✓ buy in advance or as soon as possible (...) pg 30 ex 1 A B vocab T / Cl Have you had to dip into your savings during the pandemic? ✓ couldn't get by with only a reduced salary during self-isolation pg 30 ex 2 A listening (pg 143 audio script) business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_audio_files/business_partner_b2_plus_coursebook_audio_010_3_01.mp3 T / Cl Have you ever run up debts when you were between jobs? ✓ failed to ask for help in times of crisis pg 30 ex 2 B listening (pg 143 audio script) business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_audio_files/business_partner_b2_plus_coursebook_audio_011_3_02.mp3 pg 30 ex 3 speaking pg 30 ex 4 vocab T / Cl Is it worth putting off studying until you're older? ✓ not if you can study for free in your country pg 30 ex 5 speaking ]]> 71 to get by = to manage with difficulty to live or accomplish something to set up = to establish a business, institution, or other organization trust fund = amount of money, property, etc. that is kept and managed for someone by another person or organization; legal arrangements that allow individuals to place assets in a special account to benefit another person or entity allowance = sum of money paid regularly to a person to meet needs or expenses grant = sum of money given by a government or other organization for a particular purpose to dip into = to spend part of a supply of money that you have been keeping or saving to pay off = to pay back money that you owe to run up = to allow a debt or bill to accumulate to pay towards = to subsidise; to contribute to paying part of the cost of (something); to contribute to (something) to inherit = to receive money, property, etc. from sb when they die galloping = (of a process or event) progressing in a rapid and seemingly uncontrollable manner white-label product = product or service produced by one company that other companies rebrand to make it appear as if they had made it 70 get rested get a rest And then I revealed found out | discovered it was the breaching the law She decided not to spend money for a on the rent I wasn't made redundant Only few companies pay to study train their employees ]]> 20251002 18:45-19:45 1 1500 3000 20251001 -1500 + 3000 = 1500 active Banking preferences | Managing money By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson Unit 2.5 E-mails - stating requirements pg 26 ex 3 A reading → pg 133 lesson 2.5 3 A Note from mentoring meeting with Helena Barque ✓ meet sales targets pg 26 ex 3 B reading → pg 128 lesson 2.5 3 B Note from mentoring meeting with David Jessops ✓ improve productivity → write an e-mail (rescheduled from previous lesson) Unit 3.1 Mobile banking pg 29 ex 7 reading Mobile banking is transforming Africa pg 29 ex 8 vocab Business Partner B2 Plus coursebook zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> Business Partner B2+ Unit 3.1 Mobile banking 69 Mobile banking is transforming Africa active textbook Mobile banking is transforming Africa T / Cl Do you trust your bank to make direct debits to pay for your rent or mortgage? ✓ common practice in both traditional & neo banks pg 29 ex 8 speaking Functional language: Designing a banking preferences survey T / Cl What could account for the success of mobile banking? ✓ safe & instant payment ✓ time saved going to the local branch & queueing for various errands ✓ ease of use Would you bank on AI replacing bank clerks altogether? Why / why not? ✓ AI can analyse your credit history, buying habits, creditworthiness faster than a clerk ✓ perhaps only loans will need to be approved by humans pg 29 ex 9 A B project pg 29 ex 10 A B speaking ]]> 68 errand /ˈerənd/ = job that you do for sb that involves going somewhere to take a message, to buy sth, deliver goods, etc Business Partner B2+ Unit 3.2 Managing money 67 Managing money pix/icons8-cafe-100_white.png active textbook How do you get by in times of galloping inflation? ✓ avoid saving up ✓ buy in advance or as soon as possible (...) pg 30 ex 1 A B vocab T / Cl Have you had to dip into your savings during the pandemic? ✓ couldn't get by with only a reduced salary during self-isolation pg 30 ex 2 A listening business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_audio_files/business_partner_b2_plus_coursebook_audio_010_3_01.mp3 T / Cl Have you ever run up debts when you were between jobs? ✓ failed to ask for help in times of crisis pg 30 ex 2 B listening business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_audio_files/business_partner_b2_plus_coursebook_audio_011_3_02.mp3 pg 30 ex 3 speaking set for homework pg 30 ex 4 vocab T / Cl Is it worth putting off studying until you're older? ✓ not if you can study for free in your country pg 30 ex 5 speaking ]]> 66 to get by = to manage with difficulty to live or accomplish something to set up = to establish a business, institution, or other organization trust fund = amount of money, property, etc. that is kept and managed for someone by another person or organization; legal arrangements that allow individuals to place assets in a special account to benefit another person or entity allowance = sum of money paid regularly to a person to meet needs or expenses grant = sum of money given by a government or other organization for a particular purpose to dip into = to spend part of a supply of money that you have been keeping or saving to pay off = to pay back money that you owe to run up = to allow a debt or bill to accumulate to pay towards = to subsidise; to contribute to paying part of the cost of (something); to contribute to (something) to inherit = to receive money, property, etc. from sb when they die galloping = (of a process or event) progressing in a rapid and seemingly uncontrollable manner white-label product = product or service produced by one company that other companies rebrand to make it appear as if they had made it 65 to work remotely I was crowded with the work snowed under It's really, really rare when I need to pay sth in cash There were a lot of robberies was a lot of theft when you paid with your phone Previously (OR In the past) I didn't find hadn't found any major differences I standed stood in the line (= AmEn | queue = BrEn) I don't know do if they receive a pension or not ]]> 20250925 18:45-19:45 1 1500 -1500 + 1500 = 0 active Word building By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson Unit 2.5 E-mails - stating requirements pg 26 ex 3 A reading → pg 133 lesson 2.5 3 A Note from mentoring meeting with Helena Barque ✓ meet sales targets pg 26 ex 3 B reading → pg 128 lesson 2.5 3 B Note from mentoring meeting with David Jessops ✓ improve productivity → write an e-mail Unit 3.1 Mobile banking pg 29 ex 7 reading Mobile banking is transforming Africa pg 29 ex 8 vocab Business Partner B2 Plus coursebook zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> Business Partner B2+ Unit 3.1 Mobile banking 64 Banking preferences active textbook Do you find exchange rates of the central bank prohibitive? 〆probably higher than in neobanks e.g. Wise pg 28 ex 5 vocab pg 29 ex 6 vocab ]]> 63 to account for = to give a reason or explanation for (something); объяснять; являться причиной to bank = to deposit money or have an account in a bank; to deal with; (~ on) to depend on someone doing something or something happening, to rely on prohibitive = (of a price or a cost) so high that it prevents people from buying sth or doing sth; preventing people from doing sth by law to withdraw (sb/sth) (from sth) = to take money out of a bank account; to move back or away from a place or situation; to make sb/sth do this; to pull out; to stop giving or offering sth to sb; to stop taking part in an activity or being a member of an organization; to stop sb/sth from doing these things withdrawal = act of taking money out of an account; action of ceasing to participate in an activity direct debit = arrangement made with a bank that allows a third party to transfer money from a person's account on agreed dates, typically in order to pay bills money order = secure payment method that allows you to send a specified amount of money, similar to a check, but it is prepaid and does not require a bank account. It is often used for paying bills or sending money safely, as it does not include sensitive personal information errand /ˈerənd/ = job that you do for sb that involves going somewhere to take a message, to buy sth, deliver goods, etc 62 that I can... [how to become | retraining] as project manager (← noun phrase OR gerund) I realise I know a lot of words but because of that I don't use them all, I... ]]> 20250918 18:45-19:45 1 1500 4500 20250916 -1500 + -1500 +4500 = 1500 active E-mails - stating requirements | Mobile banking By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson Unit 2.5 E-mails - stating requirements pg 26 ex 1 lead in Business Partner B2 Plus coursebook zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> Business Partner B2+ Unit 2.5 E-mails - stating requirements 61 Writing e-mails active textbook What tone / register is more appropriate when making requests in an e-mail? ✓ impossible deadlines to meet → delegated tasks ✓ objectives too expensive to realise → called for a meeting to explain reasons pg 26 ex 1 lead in Functional language: Stating requirements T / Cl What tone / register is more appropriate when making requests in an e-mail? ✓ polite but assertive → use bullet points with verbs in the imperative form only if you know the addressee → use clauses & discourse markers to give reasons ✓ encouraging → start with praising work achieved so far pg 26 ex 2 vocab pg 26 ex 3 A reading → pg 133 lesson 2.5 3 A Note from mentoring meeting with Helena Barque ✓ meet sales targets pg 26 ex 3 B reading → pg 128 lesson 2.5 3 B Note from mentoring meeting with David Jessops ✓ improve productivity pg 26 ex 3 C speaking ]]> 60 praising = words that show approval of or admiration for sb/sth Business Partner B2+ Unit 3.1 Mobile banking 59 Money matters active textbook Have you ever bought things you didn't need just to impress people? ✓ clothes ✓ jewels ✓ sports cars → appearance matters pg 27 quote by Suze Orman Unit 3.1 Mobile banking T / Cl Can you imagine going to the bank in the days of internet banking? Why / why not? 〆not even to open a bank account pg 28 ex 1 lead in pg 28 ex 2 video business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_video_files/business_partner_b2_plus_video_unit3_lesson1_3.1.1.mp4 T / Cl Would you use a mobile money transfer service if you had no access to the internet? ✓ benefits the economy from the bottom up 〆government authorities can't control transactions 〆regions can't levy taxes → only in a developing economy pg 28 ex 3 video pg 28 ex 4 speaking ]]> 58 prohibitive = (of a price or charge) so high as to prevent something being done or bought 57 would prefer that it must if it were | it to be a foreign company It's wide spreaded spread between among men If a person doesn't have a mobile banking (OR a mobile banking app) The cost is still very large high ]]> 20250828 18:45-19:45 1 1500 -1500 + 0 = -1500 active Promoting collaboration | Leveraging AI for oral practice By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson Unit 2.4 Collaboration pg 25 ex 5 A B task → practise expressions from ex 4 A B vocab Unit 2.5 E-mails - stating requirements pg 26 ex 1 lead in Business Partner B2 Plus coursebook zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> Business Partner B2+ Unit 2.4 Collaboration 56 Promoting collaboration active textbook Have you got any quick wins to make people work together? ✓ need to tackle people's scepticism → come up with evidence money is not wasted pg 25 ex 5 A B task → practise expressions from ex 4 A B vocab ]]> 55 How to use AI for practising oral English active textbook Do you see any quick wins to practise English with AI? Are any large language models better than others for having an oral conversation? ✓ perhaps ChatGPT because it is an all-rounder = versatile person who is expert at many things → depends arguably more on how refined the prompt is e.g. I want to speak about (topic) with a European white collar who has an advanced level of English, who tends to use phrasal verbs and business English idioms... pg 25 ex 5 A B task → practise expressions from ex 4 A B vocab ]]> 54 to come up with = to suggest or think of an idea or plan quick win = easy, fast and economical to implement, and able to be easily reversed. A quick win is a change that is visible and will have immediate impacts. It doesn't need to be profound, but stakeholders should generally agree that it is a good thing to paraphrase = to express what sb has said or written using different words, especially in order to make it easier to understand to encourage = to persuade sb to do sth by making it easier for them and making them believe it is a good thing to do take (~ on sth) = opinion about sth to dismiss = not to take into consideration to tackle = to deal with consumer appliances (a.k.a. electronic appliances, internet appliances, electronic devices, network appliances, consumer electronic devices, commodity PCs) = electronic devices that consumers use as part of their daily lives such as telephones, TVs, set-top boxes and VCRs; vowel = speech sound in which the mouth is open and the tongue is not touching the top of the mouth, the teeth, etc., for example / a:, e, {o}:/ consonant = speech sound made by completely or partly stopping the flow of air being breathed out through the mouth 53 an some advice from you ... topics which are interesting for the both (of us) Can you explain to me, please, the structure where... I'm sometimes making marks taking notes in English ]]> 20250821 18:45-19:45 1 1500 4500 20250818 -1500 + -3000 + 4500 = 0 active Promoting collaboration By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson Unit 2.4 Collaboration pg 25 ex 4 A vocab Business Partner B2 Plus coursebook zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> Business Partner B2+ Unit 2.4 Collaboration 52 Southern US English pronunciation active textbook Can you tell if your interlocutor has an American accent? How? business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_audio_files/business_partner_b2_plus_coursebook_audio_043_P2_03.mp3 ]]> 51 Speedingua - The sound of languages active textbook Each language has its own dominant frequencies For example, the dominant frequencies of French are rather low while those of English rather high. This explains why the French have a lot of difficulty hearing and therefore speaking the language of Shakespeare. If you can not hear the sound of a language, you can not reproduce it, no matter how you try. This is where Speedlingua comes in play (...)
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http://home.speedlingua.com/en/oral-skills/ ]]> 50 Promoting collaboration active textbook Have you got any quick wins to make people work together? ✓ focus on common ground → we're all in the same boat ✓ go out for pizza together... pg 25 ex 4 A vocab T / Cl How do you quieten louder team members? ✓ give them more pizza! ✓ switch off their mics pg 25 ex 4 B vocab T / Cl What's your take on raising money for charity? Does it still work? ✓ need to tackle people's scepticism → come up with evidence money is not wasted pg 25 ex 5 A B task → practise expressions from ex 4 A B vocab ]]> 49 to come up with = to suggest or think of an idea or plan quick win = easy, fast and economical to implement, and able to be easily reversed. A quick win is a change that is visible and will have immediate impacts. It doesn't need to be profound, but stakeholders should generally agree that it is a good thing to paraphrase = to express what sb has said or written using different words, especially in order to make it easier to understand to encourage = to persuade sb to do sth by making it easier for them and making them believe it is a good thing to do take (~ on sth) = opinion about sth to dismiss = not to take into consideration to tackle = to deal with consumer appliances (a.k.a. electronic appliances, internet appliances, electronic devices, network appliances, consumer electronic devices, commodity PCs) = electronic devices that consumers use as part of their daily lives such as telephones, TVs, set-top boxes and VCRs; vowel = speech sound in which the mouth is open and the tongue is not touching the top of the mouth, the teeth, etc., for example / a:, e, {o}:/ consonant = speech sound made by completely or partly stopping the flow of air being breathed out through the mouth 48 any new words ]]> 20250814 18:45-19:45 1 1500 -1500 + -1500 = -3000 active Collaboration By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson Unit 2.3 Changing an agreement review and prepare the role play for another attempt pg 23 ex 9 A B role play → pg 134 student A → pg 133 student B Business Partner B2 Plus coursebook zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> Business Partner B2+ Unit 2.4 Collaboration 47 Collaboration active textbook Do you have the impression people are not listening to each other enough? Are they collaborating effectively? ✓ depends on their culture pg 24 ex 1 lead in pg 24 ex 2 A B listening business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_audio_files/business_partner_b2_plus_coursebook_audio_007_2_01.mp3 T / Cl What can you say to make sure people listen to you? ✓ Look at me pg 24 ex 3 A B listening business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_audio_files/business_partner_b2_plus_coursebook_audio_008_2_02.mp3 pg 24 ex 3 C listening business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_audio_files/business_partner_b2_plus_coursebook_audio_009_2_03.mp3 T / Cl Can you imagine a meeting without a moderator? ✓ need to make sure all participants can contribute → avoid interruptions ✓ stick to the agenda 〆on some occasions, you won't get a word in unless you interrupt someone → depends on team culture pg 24 ex 3 D speaking ]]> 46 to quieten = to become calmer or less noisy; to make sb/sth calmer or less noisy no-brainer = something that requires or involves little or no mental effort per se = intrinsically, in essence, by its very nature (comes from Latin, in which it literally means “by itself”) to fall behind = to fail to do something fast enough or on time; individual, company, or other entity is making slower progress or achieving less success compared to their rivals or competitors 45 caused achieved by some kind of unity As I remember correctly If I'm not mistaken there are principles to manage... There were no any tips The last one (speaker) gave the a good piece of advice (OR gave good advice) When I speak for to several people I involve am involved in the listening I didn't have time to write it down it Maria behaved unpolite in an impolite way | impolitely ]]> 20250724 18:45-19:45 1 1500 1500 20250702 -1500 + -1500 +1500 = -1500 active Musical experience and impact on soft skills (managing people) - feedback Collaboration By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson Unit 2.3 Changing an agreement review and prepare the role play for another attempt pg 23 ex 9 A B role play → pg 134 student A → pg 133 student B Business Partner B2 Plus coursebook schedule 20250710 advance cancellation by DP 20250731 advance cancellation by DP zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> 44 1 Musical experience and impact on soft skills (managing people) active edit_short_reading_floating prep_short_reading_floating pix/icons8-reading-100_white.png How much emotional intelligence do you need to manage a rock band? Could such experience sharpen your conflict resolution skills? and ending with where each trio of question, answer and hint is between tags . Embed each question between tags . Embed each answer between tags . Embed each keyword between tags . stage 2 Use the questions and answers above to write a summary of no more than 350 words. Don't quote questions literally but do include them in the answers so the reader understands the context. Make sure you use exactly the same keywords as listed in the hints. stage 3 Ask 3 general questions to check understanding of this text. Suggest answers. Use formatting rules from above. ]]> What interpersonal challenges might someone face when managing a group of creative personalities like a rock band? ✓ adapt communication style to suit individual temperaments ✓ build group cohesion despite clashing creative visions ✓ resolve conflicts without escalating emotional tension ✓ maintain emotional intelligence under performance pressure ✓ lead by consensus while preserving productivity 〆impose top-down leadership without backlash 〆expect uniform behaviour from all members creative personalities = individuals who value originality and expression, often requiring autonomy and emotional sensitivity group cohesion = sense of unity and mutual support that holds a team together How does emotional intelligence contribute to successful band management? ✓ recognise emotional shifts that affect motivation or performance ✓ respond with empathy during periods of personal difficulty ✓ create a safe space for emotional expression and honesty ✓ defuse tension through humour, patience and understanding ✓ reflect on emotional reactions before making decisions 〆ignore emotional cues from team members 〆prioritise efficiency over human well-being emotional intelligence = ability to recognise, understand and manage your own and others' emotions safe space = environment in which people feel secure to express themselves without fear of judgement or harm What are some ways band management can build and maintain positive relationships with external stakeholders? ✓ tailor communication style to audience, promoters and sponsors ✓ demonstrate stakeholder management through consistent professionalism ✓ apply diplomatic communication to resolve disputes fairly ✓ show reliability in fulfilling agreements and commitments ✓ integrate stakeholder feedback into future planning 〆ignore differing expectations or interests 〆overpromise in order to win favour stakeholder management = ability to engage, influence and build relationships with parties who have an interest in a project or outcome diplomatic communication = using tact and sensitivity to maintain good relationships while expressing firm positions Managing a rock band Managing a rock band ChatGPT 20250703
group dynamics = patterns of interaction and relationships within a team, often influencing effectiveness and morale group cohesion = sense of unity and mutual support that holds a team together high-pressure situations = circumstances that demand fast decisions and emotional control due to high stakes or tight deadlines consensus building = process of reaching agreements that reflect the collective input and support of a group feedback culture = environment where team members regularly give and receive constructive input to foster improvement active listening = skill of fully concentrating, understanding and responding thoughtfully during communication shared long-term vision = common understanding of the ultimate purpose or goals that unite a team over time stakeholder management = ability to engage, influence and build relationships with parties who have an interest in a project or outcome emotional intelligence = ability to recognise, understand and manage your own and others' emotions safe space = an environment in which people feel secure to express themselves without fear of judgement or harm
43 2 Impact of participating in music concert on soft skills - follow-up questions active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png How could experience in managing a rock band give evidence of your interpersonal skills? and ending with where each trio of question, answer and hint is between tags . Embed each question between tags . Embed each answer between tags . Embed each keyword between tags . Experience in managing a rock band offers rich evidence of strong **interpersonal skills**, particularly in the areas of **group dynamics** and **emotional intelligence**. Working with highly individualistic and often emotionally driven team members requires the ability to **navigate personalities**, maintain **group cohesion**, and resolve friction with empathy. This role demands a high level of **conflict resolution** skill, especially when managing disputes over creative direction or professional roles, where impartiality and tact are essential. Dealing with tight schedules, cancellations, and on-the-fly venue changes builds competence in **high-pressure situations**. Effective **professional communication** becomes vital when managing expectations, sharing bad news, or renegotiating commitments with venues or fans. The ever-shifting nature of creative collaboration calls for flexible leadership, where listening, adapting and adjusting plans becomes the norm. Managing **creative personalities** also highlights the importance of **consensus building**, ensuring that everyone's voice is heard without compromising the band's overall mission. A manager must create a strong **feedback culture** by offering regular, clear guidance and actively soliciting input from both performers and technical crew. Practising **active listening** helps build mutual trust and facilitates continuous improvement. During low moments—such as disappointing ticket sales or creative burnout—interpersonal strength lies in the ability to **boost morale**, maintain optimism, and keep the team aligned with a **shared long-term vision**. Relationships beyond the band are equally revealing. Dealing with promoters, fans, and technical staff demands confident **stakeholder management**. Success depends on diplomatic negotiation, dependability, and adaptability in rapidly changing environments. **Diplomatic communication** ensures mutual satisfaction in contracts, sponsorships, or disputes. Underlying all of this is a high degree of **emotional intelligence**, which allows the manager to sense when stress or emotional issues are affecting performance. Creating a **safe space** for open dialogue and vulnerability enhances trust and deepens commitment. Ultimately, band management provides a unique, high-stakes context in which to develop and apply interpersonal tools that are directly transferable to business, leadership, and collaborative environments. ]]> How did managing a rock band help you learn to navigate group dynamics and personalities? ✓ coordinated schedules and expectations among strong-willed individuals ✓ balanced creative freedom with shared goals in tense settings ✓ handled disagreements constructively during rehearsals or tours ✓ built mutual respect between artists with clashing styles ✓ developed trust by honouring personal boundaries 〆imposed rigid roles without causing friction 〆overlooked subtle emotional cues within the group group dynamics = patterns of interaction and relationships within a team, often influencing effectiveness and morale In what ways did you demonstrate conflict resolution skills when disputes arose among band members? ✓ mediated creative conflicts without taking sides ✓ encouraged open dialogue in high-stress environments ✓ proposed fair compromises that respected artistic visions ✓ anticipated triggers based on prior disagreements ✓ maintained neutrality while protecting group cohesion 〆escalated tensions by reacting emotionally 〆avoided confrontation when issues needed addressing group cohesion = sense of unity and mutual support that holds a team together How did managing a band prepare you to handle high-pressure situations or unexpected changes? ✓ reacted quickly to last-minute cancellations or technical issues ✓ maintained team morale during financially stressful periods ✓ negotiated calmly with difficult venue managers or promoters ✓ improvised logistics during tours with limited resources ✓ communicated transparently when plans had fallen through 〆panicked under pressure or blamed others 〆allowed stress to disrupt professional communication high-pressure situations = circumstances that demand fast decisions and emotional control due to high stakes or tight deadlines What does managing diverse creative personalities teach about leadership and adaptability? ✓ adapt communication style to fit individual preferences ✓ lead through empathy rather than authority ✓ build consensus without suppressing originality ✓ modify plans according to evolving creative inputs ✓ show flexibility while reinforcing deadlines and structure 〆follow one-size-fits-all leadership strategies 〆ignore emotional needs in pursuit of efficiency consensus building = process of reaching agreements that reflect the collective input and support of a group How did your role in the band involve giving and receiving feedback effectively? ✓ provided honest feedback in a constructive, encouraging tone ✓ invited criticism on management choices to improve decision-making ✓ created a feedback culture through regular check-ins ✓ listened actively to performance notes from technical crew ✓ adapted leadership approach based on team suggestions 〆responded defensively to creative feedback 〆discouraged input from junior or less confident members feedback culture = environment where team members regularly give and receive constructive input to foster improvement active listening = skill of fully concentrating, understanding and responding thoughtfully during communication How did you motivate your bandmates during difficult times such as poor ticket sales or creative blocks? ✓ celebrated small wins to boost morale ✓ set realistic goals to maintain momentum ✓ encouraged creative experimentation without judgement ✓ reminded the group of shared long-term vision ✓ kept humour and positivity during setbacks 〆pressured members with unrealistic expectations 〆dismissed low mood or demotivation as weakness shared long-term vision = common understanding of the ultimate purpose or goals that unite a team over time What kind of interpersonal skills were needed to deal with stakeholders such as venue managers, sponsors or fans? ✓ tailored communication to different stakeholder interests ✓ remained diplomatic during contract or fee negotiations ✓ showed reliability by meeting agreed expectations ✓ resolved complaints from audience or staff gracefully ✓ represented the band brand professionally in public settings 〆over-promised to secure short-term gains 〆ignored stakeholder feedback or concerns stakeholder management = ability to engage, influence and build relationships with parties who have an interest in a project or outcome What did you learn about empathy and emotional intelligence through managing a band? ✓ recognised when stress or insecurity affected performance ✓ supported bandmates during personal or emotional difficulties ✓ defused tension using humour, kindness and perspective ✓ created a safe space for vulnerability and expression ✓ reflected on your own emotions before reacting 〆ignored signs of burnout or anxiety 〆expected constant emotional detachment in creative work emotional intelligence = ability to recognise, understand and manage your own and others' emotions safe space = an environment in which people feel secure to express themselves without fear of judgement or harm 42 group dynamics = patterns of interaction and relationships within a team, often influencing effectiveness and morale group cohesion = sense of unity and mutual support that holds a team together high-pressure situations = circumstances that demand fast decisions and emotional control due to high stakes or tight deadlines consensus building = process of reaching agreements that reflect the collective input and support of a group feedback culture = environment where team members regularly give and receive constructive input to foster improvement active listening = skill of fully concentrating, understanding and responding thoughtfully during communication shared long-term vision = common understanding of the ultimate purpose or goals that unite a team over time stakeholder management = ability to engage, influence and build relationships with parties who have an interest in a project or outcome emotional intelligence = ability to recognise, understand and manage your own and others' emotions safe space = an environment in which people feel secure to express themselves without fear of judgement or harm backlash (against sth) | ~ (from sb) = strong negative reaction by a large number of people, for example to sth that has recently changed in society 41 main I remember most memorable thing was... We have known had learnt a lot of stories about Big Ben a lot of stories There were not so much many races (OR racial diversity) Some people are running away from something The most memorable (one | excursion) was to the Stonehenge Every member of the band have his has their opinion Maybe I was needed to be more stricter Maybe they didn't share their long term vision with my me We splitted split and didn't need the album any more Our band is has split Don't mention it Deal with it (It's a) Deal | All right | Ok (, I agree) ]]> 20250626 18:45-19:45 1 1500 -1500 + 0 = -1500 active Musical experience and impact on soft skills (managing people) By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson Unit 2.3 Changing an agreement review and prepare the role play for another attempt pg 23 ex 9 A B role play → pg 134 student A → pg 133 student B Business Partner B2 Plus coursebook schedule 20250710 advance cancellation by DP 20250731 advance cancellation by DP zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> 40 Musical experience active textbook How could experience in managing a rock band give evidence of your interpersonal skills? guitar playing extreme vocals band manager live concerts sound engineering Ardour Ardour is a software for recording, editing, mixing and mastering audio and MIDI projects on Linux, macOS and Windows. It offers flexible signal routing, sync and external control, plugins, video timeline and more features for musicians, ]]> 39 1 Musical experience and impact on soft skills (managing people) active edit_short_reading_floating prep_short_reading_floating pix/icons8-reading-100_white.png How much emotional intelligence do you need to manage a rock band? Could such experience sharpen your conflict resolution skills? and ending with where each trio of question, answer and hint is between tags . Embed each question between tags . Embed each answer between tags . Embed each keyword between tags . stage 2 Use the questions and answers above to write a summary of no more than 350 words. Don't quote questions literally but do include them in the answers so the reader understands the context. Make sure you use exactly the same keywords as listed in the hints. stage 3 Ask 3 general questions to check understanding of this text. Suggest answers. Use formatting rules from above. ]]> What interpersonal challenges might someone face when managing a group of creative personalities like a rock band? ✓ adapt communication style to suit individual temperaments ✓ build group cohesion despite clashing creative visions ✓ resolve conflicts without escalating emotional tension ✓ maintain emotional intelligence under performance pressure ✓ lead by consensus while preserving productivity 〆impose top-down leadership without backlash 〆expect uniform behaviour from all members creative personalities = individuals who value originality and expression, often requiring autonomy and emotional sensitivity group cohesion = sense of unity and mutual support that holds a team together How does emotional intelligence contribute to successful band management? ✓ recognise emotional shifts that affect motivation or performance ✓ respond with empathy during periods of personal difficulty ✓ create a safe space for emotional expression and honesty ✓ defuse tension through humour, patience and understanding ✓ reflect on emotional reactions before making decisions 〆ignore emotional cues from team members 〆prioritise efficiency over human well-being emotional intelligence = ability to recognise, understand and manage your own and others' emotions safe space = environment in which people feel secure to express themselves without fear of judgement or harm What are some ways band management can build and maintain positive relationships with external stakeholders? ✓ tailor communication style to audience, promoters and sponsors ✓ demonstrate stakeholder management through consistent professionalism ✓ apply diplomatic communication to resolve disputes fairly ✓ show reliability in fulfilling agreements and commitments ✓ integrate stakeholder feedback into future planning 〆ignore differing expectations or interests 〆overpromise in order to win favour stakeholder management = ability to engage, influence and build relationships with parties who have an interest in a project or outcome diplomatic communication = using tact and sensitivity to maintain good relationships while expressing firm positions Managing a rock band Managing a rock band ChatGPT 20250703
group dynamics = patterns of interaction and relationships within a team, often influencing effectiveness and morale group cohesion = sense of unity and mutual support that holds a team together high-pressure situations = circumstances that demand fast decisions and emotional control due to high stakes or tight deadlines consensus building = process of reaching agreements that reflect the collective input and support of a group feedback culture = environment where team members regularly give and receive constructive input to foster improvement active listening = skill of fully concentrating, understanding and responding thoughtfully during communication shared long-term vision = common understanding of the ultimate purpose or goals that unite a team over time stakeholder management = ability to engage, influence and build relationships with parties who have an interest in a project or outcome emotional intelligence = ability to recognise, understand and manage your own and others' emotions safe space = an environment in which people feel secure to express themselves without fear of judgement or harm
38 2 Impact of participating in music concert on soft skills - follow-up questions active edit_ol_qa pix/icons8-collaboration-100_white.png How could experience in managing a rock band give evidence of your interpersonal skills? and ending with where each trio of question, answer and hint is between tags . Embed each question between tags . Embed each answer between tags . Embed each keyword between tags . Experience in managing a rock band offers rich evidence of strong **interpersonal skills**, particularly in the areas of **group dynamics** and **emotional intelligence**. Working with highly individualistic and often emotionally driven team members requires the ability to **navigate personalities**, maintain **group cohesion**, and resolve friction with empathy. This role demands a high level of **conflict resolution** skill, especially when managing disputes over creative direction or professional roles, where impartiality and tact are essential. Dealing with tight schedules, cancellations, and on-the-fly venue changes builds competence in **high-pressure situations**. Effective **professional communication** becomes vital when managing expectations, sharing bad news, or renegotiating commitments with venues or fans. The ever-shifting nature of creative collaboration calls for flexible leadership, where listening, adapting and adjusting plans becomes the norm. Managing **creative personalities** also highlights the importance of **consensus building**, ensuring that everyone's voice is heard without compromising the band's overall mission. A manager must create a strong **feedback culture** by offering regular, clear guidance and actively soliciting input from both performers and technical crew. Practising **active listening** helps build mutual trust and facilitates continuous improvement. During low moments—such as disappointing ticket sales or creative burnout—interpersonal strength lies in the ability to **boost morale**, maintain optimism, and keep the team aligned with a **shared long-term vision**. Relationships beyond the band are equally revealing. Dealing with promoters, fans, and technical staff demands confident **stakeholder management**. Success depends on diplomatic negotiation, dependability, and adaptability in rapidly changing environments. **Diplomatic communication** ensures mutual satisfaction in contracts, sponsorships, or disputes. Underlying all of this is a high degree of **emotional intelligence**, which allows the manager to sense when stress or emotional issues are affecting performance. Creating a **safe space** for open dialogue and vulnerability enhances trust and deepens commitment. Ultimately, band management provides a unique, high-stakes context in which to develop and apply interpersonal tools that are directly transferable to business, leadership, and collaborative environments. ]]> How did managing a rock band help you learn to navigate group dynamics and personalities? ✓ coordinated schedules and expectations among strong-willed individuals ✓ balanced creative freedom with shared goals in tense settings ✓ handled disagreements constructively during rehearsals or tours ✓ built mutual respect between artists with clashing styles ✓ developed trust by honouring personal boundaries 〆imposed rigid roles without causing friction 〆overlooked subtle emotional cues within the group group dynamics = patterns of interaction and relationships within a team, often influencing effectiveness and morale In what ways did you demonstrate conflict resolution skills when disputes arose among band members? ✓ mediated creative conflicts without taking sides ✓ encouraged open dialogue in high-stress environments ✓ proposed fair compromises that respected artistic visions ✓ anticipated triggers based on prior disagreements ✓ maintained neutrality while protecting group cohesion 〆escalated tensions by reacting emotionally 〆avoided confrontation when issues needed addressing group cohesion = sense of unity and mutual support that holds a team together How did managing a band prepare you to handle high-pressure situations or unexpected changes? ✓ reacted quickly to last-minute cancellations or technical issues ✓ maintained team morale during financially stressful periods ✓ negotiated calmly with difficult venue managers or promoters ✓ improvised logistics during tours with limited resources ✓ communicated transparently when plans had fallen through 〆panicked under pressure or blamed others 〆allowed stress to disrupt professional communication high-pressure situations = circumstances that demand fast decisions and emotional control due to high stakes or tight deadlines What does managing diverse creative personalities teach about leadership and adaptability? ✓ adapt communication style to fit individual preferences ✓ lead through empathy rather than authority ✓ build consensus without suppressing originality ✓ modify plans according to evolving creative inputs ✓ show flexibility while reinforcing deadlines and structure 〆follow one-size-fits-all leadership strategies 〆ignore emotional needs in pursuit of efficiency consensus building = process of reaching agreements that reflect the collective input and support of a group How did your role in the band involve giving and receiving feedback effectively? ✓ provided honest feedback in a constructive, encouraging tone ✓ invited criticism on management choices to improve decision-making ✓ created a feedback culture through regular check-ins ✓ listened actively to performance notes from technical crew ✓ adapted leadership approach based on team suggestions 〆responded defensively to creative feedback 〆discouraged input from junior or less confident members feedback culture = environment where team members regularly give and receive constructive input to foster improvement active listening = skill of fully concentrating, understanding and responding thoughtfully during communication How did you motivate your bandmates during difficult times such as poor ticket sales or creative blocks? ✓ celebrated small wins to boost morale ✓ set realistic goals to maintain momentum ✓ encouraged creative experimentation without judgement ✓ reminded the group of shared long-term vision ✓ kept humour and positivity during setbacks 〆pressured members with unrealistic expectations 〆dismissed low mood or demotivation as weakness shared long-term vision = common understanding of the ultimate purpose or goals that unite a team over time What kind of interpersonal skills were needed to deal with stakeholders such as venue managers, sponsors or fans? ✓ tailored communication to different stakeholder interests ✓ remained diplomatic during contract or fee negotiations ✓ showed reliability by meeting agreed expectations ✓ resolved complaints from audience or staff gracefully ✓ represented the band brand professionally in public settings 〆over-promised to secure short-term gains 〆ignored stakeholder feedback or concerns stakeholder management = ability to engage, influence and build relationships with parties who have an interest in a project or outcome What did you learn about empathy and emotional intelligence through managing a band? ✓ recognised when stress or insecurity affected performance ✓ supported bandmates during personal or emotional difficulties ✓ defused tension using humour, kindness and perspective ✓ created a safe space for vulnerability and expression ✓ reflected on your own emotions before reacting 〆ignored signs of burnout or anxiety 〆expected constant emotional detachment in creative work emotional intelligence = ability to recognise, understand and manage your own and others' emotions safe space = an environment in which people feel secure to express themselves without fear of judgement or harm 37 group dynamics = patterns of interaction and relationships within a team, often influencing effectiveness and morale group cohesion = sense of unity and mutual support that holds a team together high-pressure situations = circumstances that demand fast decisions and emotional control due to high stakes or tight deadlines consensus building = process of reaching agreements that reflect the collective input and support of a group feedback culture = environment where team members regularly give and receive constructive input to foster improvement active listening = skill of fully concentrating, understanding and responding thoughtfully during communication shared long-term vision = common understanding of the ultimate purpose or goals that unite a team over time stakeholder management = ability to engage, influence and build relationships with parties who have an interest in a project or outcome emotional intelligence = ability to recognise, understand and manage your own and others' emotions safe space = an environment in which people feel secure to express themselves without fear of judgement or harm visual erudition = насмотренность 36 on in November I want to collect save enough money to go to Dubai Gadgets cost lower less There were no any differences (for) (to) me We had several concerts and then we splitted split The material (scores) was not teaching learnt | prepared | rehearsed by the musicians I can listen to a lot of others other styles | genres I can speak about music a lot of I have the fear of the stage stage fright Only rhetorics lessons public speaking help me to handle this fear fright ]]> 20250619 18:45-19:45 1 1500 3000 20250606 -1500 + -1500 +3000 = 0 active Renegotiation of an agreement By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson Unit 2.3 Changing an agreement pg 23 ex 7 A B vocab Business Partner B2 Plus coursebook zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> Business Partner B2+ Unit 2.3 Changing an agreement 35 Renegotiation of an agreement active textbook What expressions can you use to renegotiate an agreement? T / Cl Drawing on your experience, is it always a good idea to try to come clean if you make a mistake? ✓ depends on the impact at company level ✓ might omit a mistake that is now irrelevant set for homework pg 23 ex 8 vocab ]]> 34 Role play active textbook Would you be ready to give up Zorbing in exchange of a mudder race? visual visual pg 23 ex 9 A B role play → pg 134 student A → pg 133 student B ]]> 33 to devise = to plan or invent (a complex procedure, system, or mechanism) by careful thought drawing on = using information or your knowledge of something to help you do something Zorbing (also known as globe-riding, sphereing, orbing) = recreation or sport of rolling downhill inside an orb, typically made of transparent plastic mudder race (tough ~) = series of obstacle and mud runs that will push your physical and mental limits without the pressure of competition. Builds a community through teamwork and overcoming obstacles, where stepping outside your comfort zone is the reward eventuality = possible event or outcome 32 According to Following | Based on | Given my experience Because of they are some breakdowns on the Zorbing race And after all that we can give you... After you exit leave the mud To excuse apologise (for such disappointment) we can offer... I don't want to perceive be perceived as younger or older ]]> 20250605 18:45-19:45 1 1500 -1500 +0 = -1500 active Changing an agreement Renegotiation of an agreement By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson (rescheduled from previous lesson) Unit 2.2 Kindness or success? pg 21 ex 6 grammar Unit 2.3 Changing an agreement Business Partner B2 Plus coursebook zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> Business Partner B2+ Unit 2.3 Changing an agreement 31 Admitting mistakes active textbook Why or when would you not admit making a mistake? ✓ too late to be addressed ✓ irrelevant or insignificant ✓ might damage your reputation (...) pg 22 ex 1 A B speaking T / Cl What is the issue at stake? (reminder from previous case study) 〆 their partner took the lead in the previous meeting → unrealistic expectations 〆only low margin pg 22 ex 2 video business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_video_files/business_partner_b2_plus_video_unit2_lesson3_2.3.1.mp4 pg 22 ex 3 A speaking ]]> 30 Considering options active textbook Should you always try to come clean about your mistakes? ✓ acknowledge their misjudgement 〆look like amateurs pg 22 ex 3 B video option A business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_video_files/business_partner_b2_plus_video_unit2_lesson3_2.3.2.mp4 T / Cl How would you feel after such a meeting? ✓ appreciate your partner being transparent, especially when making a mistake 〆might not be filled with confidence option B business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_video_files/business_partner_b2_plus_video_unit2_lesson3_2.3.3.mp4 T / Cl How would you react to a project being more 'streamlined'? 〆may feel like a buzzword which is more positive than cheap or cost-effective ✓ agree that on further analysis, the project can be improved pg 22 ex 4 speaking ]]> 29 Making affirmative choices active textbook What strategies can you use to renegotiate an agreement? ✓ focus on results rather than just one or other option → be more assertive when coming clean pg 22 ex 5 video business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_video_files/business_partner_b2_plus_video_unit2_lesson3_2.3.4.mp4 T / Cl What would you think if your partner announced they can't deliver what they had promised? 〆suspect they had a hidden agenda → depends if they can come up with a better solution = better admit encountering an obstacle & offering alternatives than just asking for so-called changes for the better pg 22 ex 6 speaking ]]> 28 to come clean = to tell the truth about something that you have been keeping secret amateur /ˈamətə,ˈamətʃə,ˌaməˈtəː/ = person who engages in a pursuit, especially a sport, on an unpaid rather than a professional basis; person who is incompetent or inept at a particular activity upfront = direct, honest to be carried away = to be so excited about something that you do not control what you say or do; to lose self-control to fill with confidence = used to express that someone has an assured attitude about their skills, abilities, or understanding if the truth be told = used when you are giving your honest opinion or admitting something; to be honest, frankly speaking streamlined = having been made simpler and more efficient or effective 27 of time I would will look for additional information So, I did the made a mistake, and... I didn't get the prevail main part of the video They need to find another decision solution This meeting could hardly leave is likely to worsen the relationship on the same level This version consists of more humanity involves more mutual trust & transparency They lied that they can provide all things which (OR everything that) they want ]]> 20250529 18:45-19:45 1 1500 -1500 +1500 = 0 active Kindness or success? (3/3) By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson (rescheduled from previous lesson) Unit 2.1 Manager or mentor? pg 19 ex 10 C writing → prepare guidelines for effective mentoring → try to add anecdotes from your professional life to make it more tangible (imagine how you might want to recycle this task as prep for behavioural questions at a job interview!) → save your writing in a googledoc (don't forget to grant permissions to view & edit for feedback) Unit 2.2 Kindness or success? pg 20 ex 2 3 reading Why it can be cruel to be kind in the workplace Business Partner B2 Plus coursebook zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> Business Partner B2+ Unit 2.2 Kindness or success? 26 Why it can be cruel to be kind in the workplace active textbook Do you agree that managers can't show the same compassion as teammates may have for each other? Why / why not? Why it can be cruel to be kind in the workplace T / Cl Do you agree that managers can't show the same compassion as teammates may have for each other? Why / why not? ✓ responsible for the company's success ≠ accountable for employees' well-being Should you exude kindness at a job interview? ✓ expected feature of interpersonal skills → prepare support stories for behavioural questions ]]> 25 20191106-1800 Cleft sentences active grammar 24 20240607-0854 Reduced cleft sentences active grammar 23 Cleft sentences active textbook What is it that makes staff work more efficiently? pg 21 ex 4 C grammar → pg 119 grammar reference: cleft sentences → pg 114 pronunciation bank: intonation in cleft sentences pg 21 ex 5 grammar ]]> 22 Intonation in cleft sentences wip active textbook When is intonation rising or falling? business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_audio_files/business_partner_b2_plus_coursebook_audio_041_P2_01.mp3 pg 114 ex 1 B listening business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_audio_files/business_partner_b2_plus_coursebook_audio_042_P2_02.mp3 pg 114 ex 2 3 listening ]]> 21 Emphasising with cleft sentences active textbook set for homework pg 21 ex 6 grammar pg 21 ex 7 A B speaking ]]> 20 to make hard calls = to take difficult decisions to exude = to display (an emotion etc.) freely or abundantly; to emit; to ooze out cautionary tale = genre of story that is told to warn the audience of a specific danger. Cautionary tales are written to teach a lesson or a general moral issue, normally to young children to cut the mustard = to come up to expectations; reach the required standard decency = honest, polite behaviour that follows accepted moral standards and shows respect for others to plunge = to move or make sb/sth move suddenly forwards and/or downwards; (of prices, temperatures, etc.) to decrease suddenly and quickly 19 handled succeeded (in dealing) with the task My previous boss suggested me to go going | that I should go to a neurologist If there is are no any necessary things Is it the same that as the reply...? ]]> 20250522 18:15-18:45 0.5 1500 -750 +2250 = 1500 active Kindness or success? (2/3) By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson (rescheduled from previous lesson) Unit 2.1 Manager or mentor? pg 19 ex 10 C writing → prepare guidelines for effective mentoring → try to add anecdotes from your professional life to make it more tangible (imagine how you might want to recycle this task as prep for behavioural questions at a job interview!) → save your writing in a googledoc (don't forget to grant permissions to view & edit for feedback) Unit 2.2 Kindness or success? pg 20 ex 2 3 reading Why it can be cruel to be kind in the workplace Business Partner B2 Plus coursebook zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> Business Partner B2+ Unit 2.2 Kindness or success? 18 Why it can be cruel to be kind in the workplace active textbook Do you agree that managers can't show the same compassion as teammates may have for each other? Why / why not? Why it can be cruel to be kind in the workplace T / Cl Do you agree that managers can't show the same compassion as teammates may have for each other? Why / why not? ✓ responsible for the company's success ≠ accountable for employees' well-being Should you exude kindness at a job interview? ✓ expected feature of interpersonal skills → prepare support stories for behavioural questions ]]> 17 to make hard calls = to take difficult decisions to exude = to display (an emotion etc.) freely or abundantly; to emit; to ooze out cautionary tale = genre of story that is told to warn the audience of a specific danger. Cautionary tales are written to teach a lesson or a general moral issue, normally to young children to cut the mustard = to come up to expectations; reach the required standard decency = honest, polite behaviour that follows accepted moral standards and shows respect for others to plunge = to move or make sb/sth move suddenly forwards and/or downwards; (of prices, temperatures, etc.) to decrease suddenly and quickly 16 is are no any questions in my new job They will not do such a thing I prefer to read reading during (OR on) my way home This is a situation when the executive can't find any argue argument It's hard to answer on it ]]> hierarchy /'haiə:,ɔrki:/ 20250515 19:15-19:45 0.5 750 3000 20250505 -750 + 0 +3000 = 2250 active Kindness or success? (1/3) By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson Unit 2.1 Manager or mentor? pg 19 ex 8 vocab pg 19 ex 10 C writing → prepare guidelines for effective mentoring → try to add anecdotes from your professional life to make it more tangible (imagine how you might want to recycle this task as prep for behavioural questions at a job interview!) → save your writing in a googledoc (don't forget to grant permissions to view & edit for feedback) Unit 2.2 Kindness or success? pg 20 ex 2 3 reading Why it can be cruel to be kind in the workplace Business Partner B2 Plus coursebook zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> Business Partner B2+ Unit 2.2 Kindness or success? 15 Why it can be cruel to be kind in the workplace active textbook ✓ probably not unless trade unions have a say → shouldn't be too kind pg 20 ex 1 lead in T / Cl What business cautionary tales do you know of? What have you learnt from them? ✓ Elon Musk's hostile take-over of Twitter, now known as X → market share dropped significantly ]]> 14 to make hard calls = to take difficult decisions to exude = to display (an emotion etc.) freely or abundantly; to emit; to ooze out cautionary tale = genre of story that is told to warn the audience of a specific danger. Cautionary tales are written to teach a lesson or a general moral issue, normally to young children to cut the mustard = to come up to expectations; reach the required standard decency = honest, polite behaviour that follows accepted moral standards and shows respect for others to plunge = to move or make sb/sth move suddenly forwards and/or downwards; (of prices, temperatures, etc.) to decrease suddenly and quickly 13 of time I tell 'm telling my colleagues what to do after my leaving departure | resignation They can spoil something because of their bad knowledges poor understanding | limited expertise If you are too much kind, this can spoil your relationship ]]> 20250424 18:30-19:30 1 1500 4500 20250421 -1500 + -3000 +4500 = 0 active An ideal mentor By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson Unit 2.1 Manager or mentor? pg 18 ex 6 vocab Business Partner B2 Plus coursebook zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> Business Partner B2+ Unit 2 Give and take 12 Giving back in a cooperative & inclusive atmosphere active textbook Should you always be candid with your peers? Why / why not? ✓ mistrust 〆distrust = lack of trust; doubt; suspicion pg 18 ex 6 vocab T / Cl Should you always be candid with your peers? Why / why not? ✓ build a climate of trust rather than mistrust How do mentoring skills evolve over time? ✓ people tend to show more compassion as they grow older pg 19 ex 7 vocab T / Cl Do you work in a very inclusive corporate environment? ✓ many ethnic minorities ✓ different sexual orientations & religious convictions set for homework pg 19 ex 8 vocab ]]> 11 Creating an atmosphere of give and take active textbook How do you manage to balance calling the shots and yet maintaining a cooperative atmosphere? ✓ ensure there is always mutual feedback pg 19 ex 9 speaking Project: Writing guidelines for new mentors T / Cl Who was your best mentor? Why were they inspirational? ✓ created a circle of safety ✓ had best interests of employees at heart (...) pg 19 ex 10 A B speaking T / Cl Do you remember what any of your mentors may have learnt from their 2-way relationship with you? ✓ new approach to problem-solving ✓ latest technologies which hadn't been tested and deployed widely yet = evidence of mutual benefit How would you feel if your mentor acknowledged candidly they are not knowledgeable enough to nurture your needs? ✓ find ways for mutual feedback pg 19 ex 10 C writing → prepare guidelines for effective mentoring → try to add anecdotes from your professional life to make it more tangible (imagine how you might want to recycle this task as prep for behavioural questions at a job interview!) ]]> 10 to evolve (from sth) (into sth) = to develop gradually, especially from a simple to a more complicated form; to develop sth in this way mistrust = feeling that you cannot trust sb/sth distrust = lack of trust; doubt; suspicion candid = saying what you think openly and honestly; not hiding your thoughts inclusion = fact of including sb/sth; the fact of being included inclusive = not excluding any of the parties or groups involved in something to have someone's best interests at heart = to genuinely care about someone's well-being and prioritise their needs and desires 9 to of somebody They are always telling the 1st thought they have say what crosses their mind My approach is to trust people in the first look at first sight Just in case if they have art tattoos It not affects doesn't affect who are you are We're always making always make decisions with staff = rule, always true → present simple I always try to give a lot of knowledges knowledge OK, if I would remember I will tell you Just look for at the previous reports and do the same ]]> report /rɪˈpɔ:t/ 20250417 18:45-19:45 1 1500 -1500 + -1500 = -3000 active Effective mentoring within your company By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson Unit 2.1 Manager or mentor? pg 18 ex 6 vocab Business Partner B2 Plus coursebook zoom_meeting.png Zoom meeting details Profi.ru - D.Potter Zoom Meeting (recurring) Meeting ID: 765 1187 4648 Password: pFGjq3 https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76511874648?pwd=pqq81L5Zbdw6lT8hToYVMKUIJsisYn.1 ]]> Business Partner B2+ Unit 2 Give and take 8 Manager or mentor? active textbook Have you ever had a mentor? Was it a successful experience? ✓ depends on the level of seniority of the mentor ≠ coaching! ✓ not everyone may have been trained to pass on knowledge effectively Have you ever experienced a situation when your mentor would not share sensitive information? ✓ only during the probation period pg 18 ex 1 lead in pg 18 ex 2 3 video business_partner/business_partner_b2_plus/business_partner_b2_plus_video_files/business_partner_b2_plus_video_unit2_lesson1_2.1.1.mp4 T / Cl What topics were mentioned? giving expert advice being a mentor showing compassion being kind nurturing coaching creating new opportunities opening new resources within a company passing on advice providing new opportunities to learn creating trust developing honest and open relationships Why shouldn't CEOs always try to call the shots? ✓ they may learn a lot more from their employees than just being a dictator → encourage divergent opinions & creative solutions What is the impact of CEOs being mentors rather just 'dictators'? ✓ being compassionate & nurturing attracts talent ✓ being candid & honest about plans encourages talent to come up with solutions → focus on common goals: the company's success & employee satisfaction → show that CEOs act in staff interest pg 18 ex 4 vocab pg 18 ex 5 speaking Lexical material: Giving back set for homework pg 18 ex 6 vocab ]]> 7 to evolve (from sth) (into sth) = to develop gradually, especially from a simple to a more complicated form; to develop sth in this way mistrust = feeling that you cannot trust sb/sth candid = saying what you think openly and honestly; not hiding your thoughts inclusion = fact of including sb/sth; the fact of being included inclusive = not excluding any of the parties or groups involved in something pace = speed at which sth happens; fact of sth happening, changing, etc. quickly to have someone's best interests at heart = to genuinely care about someone's well-being and prioritise their needs and desires to throw sb in at the deep end = to make someone start a new and difficult job or activity without helping them or preparing them for it 6 expecting for looking forward to it This will not cause any result improve your skills (OR results) You need to aim to at the target (OR aim to hitting the target) It was not just about studying teaching them Sometimes he needs to give an (a piece of) advice They give them simple tasks which don't hardly affect significantly the workflow (Only) A less amount minority of bosses are interested in nurturing There is no aren't any injuries It must not be the a one-way street In general the life is not a one-way street ]]> 20250403 18:45-19:45 1 active Manager or mentor? By the end of this session you will have studied print Download onto your tablet or print the following pdf for our next lesson. Business Partner B2 Plus, Pearson Unit 2 Give and take Unit 2.1 Manager or mentor? 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]]> 4 Give and take active textbook Being a giver is not good for a 100-yard dash, but it’s valuable in a marathon. Do you agree? ‘Being a giver♠ is not good for a 100-yard dash♣, but it’s valuable in a marathon.’ Adam Grant, U.S. author and professor at the University of Pennsylvania T / Cl When does it pay off to be considerate & supportive? ♣ 100-yard dash = 100-yard dash is a track and field sprint event of 100 yards (91.44 metres). It was part of the Commonwealth Games until 1970, and was included in the triathlon of the Olympics in 1904. It is not generally used in international events, replaced by the 100-metre sprint (109.36 yards). However, it is still occasionally run in the United States in certain competitions ♠ giver = someone who tends to provide support, help, or resources to others. Givers often prioritize the needs of others and find fulfilment in being generous and nurturing. They may feel a sense of purpose in helping others and may derive joy from acts of kindness ✓ it pays off to be generous in a long term situation 〆it's not always effective to take into consideration people's feelings when pushed for deadlines ]]> 3 Manager or mentor? active textbook Have you ever had a mentor? Was it a successful experience? ✓ depends on the level of seniority of the mentor ≠ coaching! ✓ not everyone may have been trained to pass on knowledge effectively Have you ever experienced a situation when your mentor would not share sensitive information? ✓ only during the probation period pg 18 ex 1 lead in ]]> 2 100-yard dash = track and field sprint event of 100 yards (91.44 metres). It was part of the Commonwealth Games until 1970, and was included in the triathlon of the Olympics in 1904. It is not generally used in international events, replaced by the 100-metre sprint (109.36 yards). However, it is still occasionally run in the United States in certain competitions giver = someone who tends to provide support, help, or resources to others. Givers often prioritize the needs of others and find fulfilment in being generous and nurturing. They may feel a sense of purpose in helping others and may derive joy from acts of kindness to call the shots = to take the initiative in deciding how something should be done compassionate = feeling or showing sympathy for people who are suffering nurturing = helping sb/sth to develop and be successful; having a feeling, an idea, a plan, etc. for a long time and encourage it to develop; care, encouragement and support given to sb/sth while they are growing to sneak a peek = to take the opportunity to have a quick look at something such as a film before it is officially available to contest = to formally oppose a decision or statement because you think it is wrong 1 being late One of the points tasks of the manager is... I understood it by the parts from the context I often think for over a long term Ah! I remembered remember (now) | 've just recalled the meaning Sometimes the manager should forget the consideration to about considering | taking into account people's feelings Team members could have arguments between them be arguing | having a shouting match My authority is growing up between among them I will make a hard order be firm in demanding | strictly demand (sth to be achieved) Thanks for the trial lesson. I want to forward continue with you. ]]>