Summary
Navigating complex business discussions requires precision and strategic language. This B2 lesson, based on a real article, focuses on equipping you with the linguistic tools to master negotiations, particularly through the expert use of conditional sentences. You'll learn to articulate proposals, counter-proposals, and deal with sticking points effectively, moving towards successful outcomes.
Vocabulary
Students will expand their negotiation toolkit with essential phrases such as to meet someone halfway, a sticking point, and to hammer out a deal. You'll also learn about achieving a win-win situation and understanding the bottom line.
Grammar
The lesson's grammar focus is on mixed conditionals, which are crucial for discussing how past actions influence present situations or how different present realities could have altered past outcomes in a negotiation.
Practical English
Develop your ability to make and respond to proposals with confidence, using professional phrases like 'We were thinking of something in the region of...' and 'I'm not sure we can make that work on our end.' You'll also practise introducing counter-proposals collaboratively.
Discussion
Engage in a stimulating discussion activity to practise your newly acquired negotiation language and strategies in a simulated real-world context.
Reading
A dedicated reading passage will provide further context and examples, helping you to consolidate your understanding of negotiation principles and language.
