Pre-A1
Pre-A1: First day: meeting a new colleague
Meet a colleague on your first day at work.
You talk to: New colleague · 7 turns · about 4 min
- It's my first day.
- My name is Ece.
Choose your level
Each level is a different moment in this situation: short and simple at first, more nuanced at the higher levels.
A1
A1: Where is the printer?
Find out where the printer is and how to use it.
You talk to: Colleague at the next desk · 7 turns · about 5 min
- Where is the printer, please?
- Do I need a card for it?
A2
A2: Asking a colleague for help with a file
Ask a colleague politely for help with a task.
You talk to: Helpful colleague · 7 turns · about 5 min
- Could you help me with something?
- My manager asked me to ...
B1
B1: Giving an update in a team meeting
Give a short, clear update on your work in a meeting.
You talk to: Team leader · 7 turns · about 6 min
- I've finished the design.
- I think it's because ...
B2
B2: Asking your manager for more time
Negotiate a little more time with your manager politely.
You talk to: Line manager · 7 turns · about 7 min
- Thanks for making time.
- Would it be possible to push the deadline back?
C1
C1: Giving tactful feedback on a presentation
Give a colleague feedback that is honest, kind and useful.
You talk to: Colleague · 8 turns · about 7 min
- There are a couple of things worth tweaking.
- It felt a touch long.
C2
C2: Negotiating priorities with your manager
Agree to new work while renegotiating priorities diplomatically.
You talk to: Head of department · 9 turns · about 8 min
- I'm keen to help.
- Something else may have to give.
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