Solving a problem with bonusesA: Grant? Can we talk about this bonus plan of yours? I’ve got a few problems with it.B: Sure, Richard. What’s on your m...
Arranging a holiday scheduleA: Mr. Martin? I need to talk to you for a minute.B: Certainly, Mr. Emory. Is there a problem, sir?A: Well, I’d just like ...
Criticizing a lack of effortA: Allan, I am really disappointed by your lack of effort on this project.B: Look, Sally. I’ve put just as much work into ...
Criticizing a smokerA: John, I’ve asked you not to smoke in here! I don’t want to see you smoking in my office again.B: I’m sorry, Ms. Fairbanks. I wo...
Sorting out problems A: Rachel? I’m not sure how you want to handle this account. I think there are a few things to be sorted out. B: I agree, Toni. I...
Criticism from your bossA: Liz, you were supposed to have had those contracts typed up by now.B: I was supposed to do that? I thought Sharon was respo...
Warning an employeeA: Listen, Christine, you can not afford another day off. You’ve called in sick five times in the last three weeks.B: I know, Mr. D...
Waiting on a clientA: Alex! What are you guys doing over there?B: What do you mean, Janice?A: I’ve been waiting for a response on the Blake Building d...
Last minute details A: Ms. Solomon, I thought we had agreed to change this deadline.B: I wanted to talk to you about that, Mr. Feng. Mr. Emory would p...
Clarifying final details A: This is what my boss is expecting, Sandy. He wants a detailed list of expenses and equipment costs.B: That’s going to take...