English Basics
You need to use the toilet, how do you ask your teacher?
Excuse me, may I use the toilet?
Can I use the restroom?
Can I go to the bathroom?
The process of attracting, screening, and selecting qualified candidates for a job vacancy within an organization.
Recruitment
What does "break the ice" mean?
A) To physically break something
B) To start a conversation and make people feel comfortable
C) To repair something that is broken
D) To end a relationship
B) To start a conversation and make people feel comfortable
This Amazon founder started his company in 1994 as an online bookstore before it became the global e-commerce giant it is today.
Jeff Bezos
Founded by Bill Gates, this company is a leader in software with products like Windows and Office.
Microsoft
You are shopping, how do you ask the price of something?
Excuse me, how much does this cost?
The process of welcoming and training new employees to help them get settled into their job and company.
Onboarding
What does it mean to "spill the beans/tea"?
A) To drop your groceriesC) To accidentally reveal a secret or information
This founder of a French luxury brand was famous for revolutionizing women's fashion, including the creation of the famous No. 5 perfume.
Coco Chanel
This global coffeehouse chain was founded in Seattle and is famous for its coffee drinks like the Frappuccino.
Starbucks
You are in a new city and need directions to find a specific restaurant. How do you ask?
Excuse me, can you tell me how to get to ___?
Excuse me, do you know which direction the ____ restaurant is?
This is a method of evaluating employee performance by comparing it to specific standards or goals over a set period, often annually.
Performance Review
What does "a piece of cake" mean?
A) A very difficult task
B) A piece of dessert
C) A reward for doing something well
D) Something that is very easy to do
D) Something that is very easy to do
This iconic French designer is known for the fashion house that bears his name, as well as his famous "couture" creations, including the little black dress.
Yves Saint Laurent
This Swiss company is one of the world’s leading watchmakers, known for its iconic wristwatches and its logo featuring a cross and shield.
Rolex
At work, you need more time to complete a project. How do you ask your boss?
May I have an extension on the deadline please?
This HR document outlines a job’s requirements, responsibilities, and expectations, and is used to attract the right candidates.
Job Description
What does "elephant in the room" mean?
A) A situation that is very obvious but people are avoiding talking about it
B) A large object in the room that no one notices
C) A mistake that everyone has made but no one wants to admit
D) A difficult situation that everyone is trying to solve
A) A situation that is very obvious but people are avoiding talking about it
Known for his role in the founding of Facebook, this entrepreneur is now known for his involvement in Meta and virtual reality.
Mark Zuckerberg
This Japanese multinational technology company is known for its gaming consoles, particularly the PlayStation, and other consumer electronics.
Sony
At a restaurant, you are ordering food and a drink. How do you answer the server?
I would like the spaghetti bolognese and a glass of red wine please.
Strategies and practices aimed at keeping valuable employees and reducing turnover within an organization.
Employee Retention
What does "cut to the chase" mean?
A) To tell a long, detailed story
B) To get to the main point quickly, without wasting time
C) To avoid talking about the important topic
D) To stop talking and leave the room
B) To get to the main point quickly, without wasting time
This founder of the French video game company Ubisoft turned it into one of the largest gaming companies in the world.
Yves Guillemot
This Chinese e-commerce giant, founded by Jack Ma, is one of the world’s largest online retailers and a key player in cloud computing.
Alibaba