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Working with new people 


http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/english-at-work/36-working-with-someone-new

Anna's just back from France where everything went really well. But she's in for a surprise. Rachel, the woman who Mr Socrates recommended, has arrived. Could this be the beginning of a beautiful working relationship or will there be trouble? How will Anna deal with working with someone new?

Language for working with someone new

This episode focuses on what to say when you start working with someone new.

Phrases from the programme:

  • I understand you have lots of experience so I would like to use your skills to help with the task.
  • Together we can do this job really well.
  • Let's discuss this so we can agree on a plan of action.
  • Please respect my decision and let's move on.

Listening Challenge

What fruit does Rachel think they are sending to the new client?

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