応対は感じがいいがこちらが喋ったことをディクテーションするタイプなので待ち時間が発生してしまう女性トレーナーと。今日は皮膚科に行ったら臨時休診で無駄足になった、というスモールトークをした。
Lesson 18 の冒頭から。realist/idealist の定義は？とか、あなたの組織で realist/idealist は誰？とか、深掘り質問が多くて答えがちょっと難しく、進みは遅かった。珍しく、See パートを先に読んでから words & phrases を読むスタイルだった。
次は See パートの comprehension question から。
Phrases
- Bridge the gap between vision and execution – To connect innovative ideas with practical implementation.
- Example: “A good middle manager must bridge the gap between vision and execution.”
- Take ownership of outcomes – To be accountable for results and their consequences.
- Example: “Andy takes full ownership of outcomes, whether projects succeed or fail.”
- Striking a balance between risk and reward – Managing uncertainty while aiming for potential benefits.
- Example: “Effective leaders excel at striking a balance between risk and reward
Idioms
- Move the needle – To make a noticeable difference or impact.
- Example: “Andy’s initiatives really move the needle in improving operational efficiency.”
- Cut through the noise – To focus on what’s important amidst distractions.
- Example: “As the Gatekeeper, he cuts through the noise to prioritize actionable projects.”
- Burn the midnight oil – To work late into the night, often to meet deadlines.
- Example: “Many managers burn the midnight oil to ensure deliverables are on track.”
