Business B2 · Lesson 1A
Every word and expression from this lesson — with definitions, synonyms and examples.
signals a real, unpolished answer is coming
closes the loop on a next step in one line
opener — uses a shared situation instead of a question
soft, indirect request for permission to follow up
keeps the ball in the other person's court
how many months of capital a startup has left
your daily journey to the office
return to something to continue or check it
started the company; often wears many hats
self-employed, sells expertise engagement by engagement
works on the work — no direct reports
large sector event with talks & networking
someone inside a group who knows its jargon
ask in a way that gets a real, longer answer
anyone with real influence over, or exposure to, the outcome
start (a project, a quarter, a call)
give more detail than the listener needs
responsible for a team of direct reports
decided in advance
possible future (client, employer, partner)
three-month reporting period
the three most common working arrangements
brought in from outside to advise on a specific problem