Conversation Starters
When some one says, "Nice to meet you" You could reply:
Nice to meet you too!
or
Likewise
And you are?
My name is.....
Nice shoes!
Thank you! They are brand new!
Self introduction
Hi. My name is.......I'm new here. What's your name?
Asking someone to repeat
Could you please repeat that? I didn't understand.
When someone says: Jesse, meet Andy. You should reply:
Hi Andy. Nice to meet you!
"Please take a seat" means you should
sit down
Chilly today, isn't it?
Yes. I think the high is only going to be 12. (usually we agree with this type of question)
Talking about your role.
I work in ....(HR / Accounting / IT)
I'm a manager / assistant/ junior assistant.
Asking for correct spelling.
Could you please spell that?
When someone says: How was your commute? You could answer:
It was fine. It only took 30 minutes. or The traffic was terrible. Or the subway broke down... etc.
"Hold on. I will see if she is available" is a comversation happening where?
by phone
How about those Blue Jays!
Yes! They're having a great season!
Asking about someone's role
What do you do? Where do you work?
Asking for confirmation of information heard
Did you say....( MONDAY at 9 AM?)
When someone asks: How was your first day? You could answer
It was exciting. I learned a lot. (past tense)
"I will call her to let her know you are here" is a conversation happening where?
at reception
Did you hear the news?
Which news? About the Queen?
Asking about time at the company or in the job.
How long have you been working here?
How long have you been an accountant / manager/ etc?
Paraphrase for clarification
So do you mean to say.....(we should NEVER eat at our desk?)
When someone asks: Are you looking forward to your first day? You could answer:
I am excited and terrified at the same time. I am not sure what to expect. (present tense)
"She'll be right with you" is a conversation happening where?
usually in person
What are you up to this weekend?
Nothing much. Just relaxing. How about you?
What do you like best about your work / job?
Ask a question to clarify a lunch meeting.
So we're meeting for lunch? What time is that?