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• ☐ ☐ ☐ meet a deadline [exp] - finish a task or project by the time it needs to be completed
• ☐ ☐ ☐ compromise [v] - find a solution where both sides give up something to reach an agreement
• ☐ ☐ ☐ flexibility [n] - the ability to change or adapt easily
• ☐ ☐ ☐ My hands are tied. [exp] - I am unable to make changes because the situation is not in my control.
• ☐ ☐ ☐ components [n] - parts of a larger thing.
• ☐ ☐ ☐ cover the costs [exp] - pay for something
• ☐ ☐ ☐ get back to (you) [phv] - respond or reply to (you)
• ☐ ☐ ☐ clear (the schedule) [v] - approve (the schedule)
• ☐ ☐ ☐ room to maneuver [exp] - the ability to change or adjust plans, flexibility
• ☐ ☐ ☐ straight away [exp] - immediately, without delay
• ☐ ☐ ☐ a container [n] - a large metal box that is carried by ships and trucks (lorries) to transport goods (a shipping container) [image]
• ☐ ☐ ☐ That could work. [exp] - That might be a good solutio.
• ☐ ☐ ☐ cubic meters [exp] - a measurement of volume in meters (m³)

[n] - noun,  [v] - verb,  [phv] - phrasal verb,  [adj] - adjective,  [exp] - expression

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Beata	Clarice

• EvroMed is a British pharmaceutical (drug) company that is developing a new product called the Diab Sensor.
• Beata was recently hired to work on the project.
• Clarice is a sub-supplier providing parts for the Diab Sensor.
• Beata and Clarice are negotiating a shipment schedule.
• You will see two versions (Option A & Option B) of the same situation.

1. In Option A, Beata is willing to compromise on the new deadline if Clarice covers all additional costs.
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   False
   
   
2. In Option A, Clarice initially suggests delaying the shipment by a few days.
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   False
   
   
3. In Option A, Clarice needs to contact the factory in Shenzhen.
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   False
   
   
4. In Option B, Daniel approved the existing schedule.
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   False
   
   
5. In Option B, Beata is willing to change the delivery date by a few days.
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   False
   
   
6. In Option B, the components are ready to be shipped.
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   False
   
   
7. In Option B, Clarice is mainly concerned about costs.
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   False
   
   
8. In Option B, Beata suggests checking with another supplier for available container space.
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   False
   
   
9. In Option B, they agree to ship the components by air.
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10. In Option B, the components and the container are in different cities.
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    False
    
    
11. In Option B, they decide to go out for lunch together after the meeting.
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    False
    
    

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Directions: Practice reading the script. Then Hide parts of the conversation and try to repeat the script from memory.

Instrucciones: Practica leyendo el guion. Luego haz clic en Hide para ocultar algunas de las expresiones y trata de repetir la conversación de memoria.

Instrucciones: Pratique lendo o roteiro. Em seguida, clique em Ocultar para esconder algumas das expressões e tente repetir a conversa de memória.

지시 사항 : 스크립트를 읽는 연습을 하세요. 그런 다음 Hide 를 클릭하여 일부 표현을 숨기고 대화를 기억해서 반복해 보세요.

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• Beata:
  Yes, I know that Daniel cleared the existing schedule, but it doesn't change anything.
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• Beata:
  We still need the shipment by the 10th. As I said earlier, I have no room for (to) maneuver on this.
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• Clarice:
  It's a pity we don't have another container leaving this week. We could have sent them straight away. As I say, they're ready to go.
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• Beata:
  So it seems to me we have two problems here. I need the components to arrive by the tenth. You need to be able to cover additional costs.
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• Beata:
  How about this: I could speak to one of our other suppliers. We have another container leaving China this week. Maybe they'll have some space.
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• Clarice:
  That could work. We're talking two cubic meters maximum.
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• Beata:
  Let me make some calls.
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• Clarice:
  I'll see if we can get the components down to the docks in time. (I'm) Pretty sure we can. Do you know where the container is right now?
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• Beata:
  Probably still in the factory.
• Clarice:
  Where's that?
• Beata:
  I couldn't point it out on a map, but I know it's in Guangzhou.
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• Beata:
  That's near Shenzhen, right? Looks like this could be a win for both of us.
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• Clarice:
  A big win. And all before lunchtime, too.
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1. What were the main challenges Beata and Clarice faced in the conversation regarding the shipment deadline? How did they attempt to resolve these challenges?
2. How did Beata demonstrate her negotiation skills in the dialogue? Did her approach change between Option A and Option B? Which approach do you think was more effective?
3. In Option B, how did Beata and Clarice collaborate to find a solution? What aspects of their teamwork were effective, and where could they improve?
4. What are some of the logistics involved in international shipments like the one Beata and Clarice discussed? What factors need to be considered when planning such shipments?
5. In [ this video clip ], Beata reflects on both negotiations. What did she say? Do you agree with what she said?