Business Communication & NegotiationL13
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Everyday Scene

A realistic scene for final speaking practice with useful thematic vocabulary.

20 minC1c1everyday_scenebusiness-communication-negotiationnegotiationrapportcounter-offerleverage

Lesson objectives

  • Practise spontaneous description from a realistic visual prompt.
  • Use the unit vocabulary for natural, image-based speaking.
  • Close the unit with a final communicative task linked to business communication & negotiation.

The High-Stakes Coffee Break

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En esta escena, observamos una reunión informal que en realidad es una negociación crucial. Es el escenario perfecto para practicar cómo el lenguaje corporal y el entorno influyen en la comunicación empresarial y el cierre de acuerdos.

Preguntas para hablar (Speaking practice)

  1. Describe the scene: What is happening between the two professionals in the photograph?
  2. Speculate: Based on their body language, do you think the negotiation is going well or poorly?
  3. Compare: In your culture, is it common to conduct important business meetings in informal settings like cafes?
  4. Discuss: What are the advantages and disadvantages of negotiating in a public place versus a private office?
  5. Personal Experience: Have you ever had to negotiate something important in an informal environment? How did it go?