Requesting boss’ criticismA: Mr. Farmington? Would you take a look at these catalogue ads that Roger did? I don’t think we can use them.B: Hmm. I see ...
Taking too long of a breakA: Greg. I want to speak to you for a minute.B: Yes. Ms. Gray. Is there something wrong?A: I’m afraid there is, Greg. I don’...
Disagreeing on a projectA: Mr. Crandall, I’m sorry, but I really don’t see the value in doing this entire project over from scratch. It would take a l...
Advice on client relationsA: Carla, I know you’re kind of new in this business and I want to give you some advice.B: Yes, Mr. Michaels?A: You have to ...
Clarifying some tasksA: I’m not sure what you expect me to do, Michelle. You’ve not been very clear about any of this.B: I’m sorry, Clint. Maybe I did...
Bonus complaintsA: Ms. Montgomery? Do you have a moment?B: Sure, Brian. What’s on your mind?A: I’m a bit upset about this year’s bonus. I was really e...
Discussing overtime problemsA: Excuse me, Mr. Graham? I have something I need to discuss with you.B: I’m in a bit of a hurry, Louise. Can it wait?A: I...
A delayed lunch orderA: Hello! We’ve been waiting for our lunch order for over an hour. Did you forget our order?B: I’m sorry, sir. Could you tell me ...
A snag in the plansA: Jason. There’s a snag in the plans for the Hoover Center.B: What’s wrong? I thought everything was set.A: Well, it was. But the ...
Discordance about a secretaryA: Hello, Mr. Kramer. Could you spare a minute?B: That’s about all I can spare, Karen. What do you need?A: I need to talk...