HOW TO EXPRESS ANGER
We recommend you to restrain your anger
1 Yes, I am angry, but the main thing is that we find a solution.
2 m not gonna lie: Im pretty pissed right now.
3 Im right on the verge of losing it. Cant you see that?
You can demonstrate your attempts to bottle it up
1 You are fortunate that I have such self-control.
2 I have every right to be upset right now!
3 I must admit being furious
WHAT WOULD YOU DO AND WHAT WOULD YOU SAY
IN THESE SITUATIONS?
Situation 1 :
Your co-worker has been very moody recently and it has been affecting the work of all the team. You are trying to be empathetic, but you also want to make her realise how her problems are affecting her performance. Which of the phrases would you choose to start this tough conversation?
Situation 2 :
You are trying to get some important work done to meet the deadlines, but some other employees have been horsing around near the water cooler for a long time talking and laughing very loudly. You have already asked them politely to be quiet but it doesnt seem to help. What phrase would be the most appropriate here?
Situation 3:
You are the boss. You are extremely worried about the current project, for which the deadline is the end of the week.The progress has been slow so far and you want everyone to work late until things are back on track. But everybody wants to call it a day and go home. What phrases would be perfect in this situation?
Situation 4:
You work very closely with one particular co-worker. However, your colleague is not a good listener. He tends to brush off your suggestions and dominate with his own ideas / by the way, not very bright ones/. You need to discuss this with him to persuade him that your ideas are appreciated more. How would you say it?
Situation 5:
You are a manager with a few dozen employees working under you. One day, you come across one of your employees lazing about and doing nothing with his feet up on his desk. This employee is considered to be brilliant and highly valued by the management. How would you start your conversation?
Vocabulary exercises
1. Read the definition and choose the most appropriate word
1.to have serious financial or economic problems
a) to flip-flop b) to flounder c) to hang in there
2. to accept responsibility for something you have done-
a) to glitch b) to face the music c) to see room for improvement
3. showing willingness to end a disagreement; or trying to make someone less angry
a) conciliatory b) relaxing c) violent
4. to reduce costs at the expense of quality
a) to get across an idea b) to cut corners c) to face the music
5. to do something badly or make a big mistake
a) to screw up b) to hang in there c) to revisit
6.a heavy or oppressive burden
a) load b) a dead weight c) a glitch
7. to change plans completely
a) to revisit b) to step on anyones toes c) to flip-flop
8. to communicate effectively to convey the idea
a) to get across an idea b) to delegate c) to have a heart-to heart talk
9. not planned or considered carefully enough
a) forewarned b) underbaked c) half-baked
10. something that might be very dangerous for you
a) at your advantage b) at your peril c) heart-breaking
2. Put a missing word in a gap
1. I want to help you out on this project, but I know its your brain-child, so I dont want to step on your ***** in any way.
2. Its obvious that some politicians ignore this issue at their *****
3. More and more firms are ***** because of the recession.
4. He knows that you used to be a ***** employee and so he is trying to support you
5. Dont worry. ***** there and well see the light in thee tunnel sooner or later
6. Youll have to ***** the music eventually after messing everything up
7.More redundancies have been in the ***** recently.
8. It was extremely difficult to get ***** my idea
9. Theres a temptation to ***** corners when youre pushed for time, but its not worth it.
10. Thank you for your constructive criticism, now we see the room for *****.
3. Rephrase the sentences using the new vocabulary
1. We have to go through this proposal again as soon as the budget is clearer.
2. Were I you, I wouldnt take such decisions on your own hook.
3. I noticed her blowing her lines during the presentation
4. Having realised the prospects of developing further, everybody agreed to start again from scratch
5. We regret to say good-bye to our most useful worker.
6. I wouldnt recommend you to rely on the person who can make a hash in a second
7.Dont give up and believe we will weather the storm
8. He is known to have problems taking decisions and change his mind all the time
9. I admit having an unprepared proposal but I can reassure you that it will work well
10. I am afraid you will have to accept the criticism on your own
4. Choose the correct preposition
1 *** the pipeline
a on
b in
c at
2.hang *** there
a in
b up
c over
3.to screw ***
a up
b over
c off
4 *** your peril
a of
b out of
c at
5 to face *** the music
a
b to
c up
6 to see room *** improvement
a for
b of
c with
7.to step *** anyones toes
a
b on
c in
8 to ask a neutral outsider *** the opinion
a about
b for
c on
9 to get *** an idea
a with
b from
c across
10 *** ones depth
a in
b from
c out of
5. Translate the sentences using new vocabulary
1.Однако некоторые фирмы, которые плохо управляются и не стремятся к чему-то большему, чем стагнация, сильно отстают в своей работе.
2. Даже при проведении реформ они часто оказываются непродуманными до конца из-за необходимости компромисса между конкурирующими интересами труда и капитала.
3. Любые сбои в работе операционных систем будут устранены по мере прохождения пилотного года.
4. Не откладывайте это, иначе придется за это заплатить. Предупрежден значит вооружен!
6. Хотя его примирительный жест был одобрен боссом, его все равно уволили.
7. Если бы я был на твоем месте, я бы не принимал такое серьезное решение только на свой страх и риск.
8. Этот отдел давно перестал быть дойной коровой и функционирует сейчас как мертвый груз.
9. Конечно, у нас есть много ошибок и проблем, но нам есть куда стремиться.
10. Даже он, самый ценный сотрудник в нашей компании, может облажаться и сейчас ему придется получить наказание.
11.Если бы он не менял свои решения так часто, ему бы больше доверяли.
12. Все говорят, что моя идея сырая, но если я смогу ее донести до нашего инвестора, мы получим свободу действий.
Text: Famous people and discipline
1. Find 10 grammar mistakes in this part of the text
Discipline is not just about sticks to a strict routine or schedule, but it also involving self-control, perseverance, and the ability to staying focused on long-term goals. Many successful individuals credits their discipline for help them overcome challenges and achieve their dreams.
For example, Mahatma Gandhi, the leader of the Indian independence movement, are known for his unwavering discipline in his nonviolent protests and civil disobedience. His commitment to his cause ultimately lead to Indias independence from British rule.
Similarly, Oprah Winfrey, one of the most influential media personalities in the world, has attribute her success to her disciplined approach to her work. She is knew for her rigorous work ethic and dedication to her craft, which has make her a household name and a successful businesswoman.
2. Find 10 factual mistakes in this part of the text
Discipline is also a useless factor in the world of arts and entertainment. Renowned athlete Steven Spielberg is known for his disciplined approach to filmmaking, often working short hours and staying focused on his vision to create some of the most iconic songs in history of the choir. In all these examples, discipline has been a driving force behind their failure, demonstrating that it is a fundamental
quality that can lead to extraordinary achievements. As we continue to admire
and learn from these remarkable individuals, we can strive to cultivate discipline in our own lives to reach our full potential.
Another example of a disciplined individual is Serena Williams, the world-renowned singer. Her dedication to her craft and relaxed training regimen have made her one of the weakest athletes of all time. Williams discipline has allowed her to overcome numerous obstacles and setbacks throughout her career, ultimately leading her to no Grand Slam titles.
3. Find 10 extra words in this part of the text
One more example is Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX and of Tesla. Musks relentless work ethic and commitment to his goals have propelled in
him to the forefront of out the space and automotive industries. His ability to
stay in focused and disciplined in the face out of adversity has been instrumental in his success.
Discipline has also been at a defining characteristic of successful leaders such as is Nelson Mandela. Spending 27 years in prison, Mandela remained disciplined in his pursuit of justice and equality. His unwavering commitment to his cause ultimately led to the end of apartheid in South Africa and his election as the countrys first black out president.
4. Fill in 10 missing words in this part of the text
In conclusion, discipline is a common among many famous individuals who have achieved great success. Whether it in sports, business, or politics, the to stay focused and dedicated to their goals has instrumental in their accomplishments. As we look these individuals inspiration, we can learn from their example and strive incorporate discipline our own lives.
Another example of the power of discipline be seen in the life of J.K. Rowling, the author of the Harry Potter series. Before achieving fame and success, Rowling faced numerous rejections and setbacks, she remained disciplined in her writing and never gave up on her dream of becoming a published author. Her perseverance ultimately paid off, and she went on to create one of the most beloved and successful book series of all time.
5. Replace 10 of the words with synonyms that matches the meaning
Furthermore, the legendary athlete Michael Jordan is often praised for his unparalleled discipline on and off the basketball court. His relentless work ethic, self-control, and ability to stay focused on his goals propelled him to become one of the greatest basketball players in history.
In conclusion, discipline is a common trait among many famous individuals who have achieved great success. Whether its in sports, business, or politics, the ability to stay focused and dedicated to their goals has been instrumental in their accomplishments. As we look to these individuals for inspiration, we can learn from their example and strive to incorporate discipline into our own lives.
1. How can we incorporate discipline into our own lives to achieve our goals?
2. Discuss a time when discipline has helped you achieve success in your own life.
3. Do you think discipline is more important than talent in achieving success? Why or why not?
4. What are some strategies for staying disciplined and focused on your goals, even in the face of difficulties?
5. How can discipline benefit a team or organization as a whole? Give examples.
6. Have you ever had to make sacrifices in order to maintain discipline in pursuing a goal? What were they?
Grammar focus on Unreal Condition of Present and Future
We are moving further in the way of conditional sentences. Lets consider one of the most common types of them-
UNREAL CONDITION OF PRESENT AND FUTURE
You can use present hypothetical conditionals when you are thinking about the present situation and imagining how it could be different.
If I didnt work such long hours, I wouldnt be so tired all the time. (but I do work long hours so I am tired all the time)
The structure is simple:
IF + PAST SIMPLE or PAST CONTINUOUS, WOULD/COULD/MIGHT +Vo
If I knew the boss was coming I wouldnt say so
After if we usually use WERE for all persons
If I were you I wouldnt hesitate to ask for a pay rise
By the way, here we can use inversion to sound more formal and emphatic
Were I you Id ask for a pay rise
In formal English if you want to sound more emotional u can use BUT FOR + NOUN or GERUND instead of IF
But for his support we would go bankrupt
Grammar exercises
1.Choose the correct option
1. If I had my own business, Ill take/ Id take longer holidays.
2. If I would work/worked for myself, Id be in charge of my own life.
3. What do I do / would I do if I was the boss? Id pay my employees good salaries.
4. If I was in charge of my own business, I invested/Id invest in a good website and good advertising.
5. Id hire the best and brightest people if I own /I owned my own business.
6. Ill treat /I d treat my customers well if I ran my own company.
7. If I was /would be the boss of my own company, Id introduce an incentive scheme for all staff.
8. Everyone had to / would have to wear smart suits if I was in charge of my own business.
9. Id earn more money if I didnt work/ I wouldnt work for someone else.
10. Id have a flexible schedule if Im / was self-employed.
2.Complete the second sentence so that it means the same as the first sentence (s).
1. My colleague travels so much. He misses a lot of important meetings.
If my colleague didnt travel so much he wouldnt miss so many meetings
2.I take taxis all the time. I dont have a company car.
If I.. taxis all the time.
3.You dont spend time building client relationships, so you have poor sales results.
If you ..........better sales results.
4.I havent done a presentation course. I dont speak at many conferences.
If I.... .........at more conferences.
5 We dont fly business class. It costs so much.
We so much.
6. I work in an open-plan office. People interrupt me frequently.
If I .......so often.
7.My boss doesnt have a PA. Shes not very efficient.
If my boss more efficient.
8.They havent sent us the final order. We arent able to close their account.
If they ......their account.
9. They dont know what to do in this situation. We are thinking of hiring new workers.
If they ..new workers.
10 The manager turns a blind eye to her complaints. She wants to resign.
If the manager to resign.
3. Find and correct five mistakes in these sentences. Tick (,/) the sentences that are correct.
1 If you would to expand into Europe, would you base yourself in Paris or somewhere else?
2 Were I you, I would never rely on the person who flip-flops every hour
3 The job wont be so bad if there werent so much travelling.
4 If we won the Innovation Award, it gave us a lot of free publicity, but unfortunately we wont.
5 Our profits for this quarter would be significantly bigger if fuel costs werent so high.
6 If interest rates would go up, many people would be unable to pay their mortgages.
7 If I moved to Stockholm, Id have to sell my house, so Im going to turn down the Swedish job offer.
8 If investors had more confidence in the CEO, would they be less critical of the companys recent economic results?
9 If they wouldnt have spent so much on the new offices, they wouldnt have such cashflow problems.
10 Were you to do it on your own, it would be only you to face the music
4. Underline the correct words
1 If we sent the goods by sea, the transport costs will/would be much lower.
2. If they promote/promoted the brand better, theyll gain market share.
3. If anyone from Head Office visits, they always stay/will stay in a five star hotel.
4. If I were you, Id/Ill call their Technical Support number.
5. If I have/had more time, Id be able to come up with a solution.