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# Salary negotiation: using imperatives to give advice
- URL: https://www.lessonpills.com/negotiating-a-pay-rise/
- Published: 2026-06-30T02:17:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-07-13T05:46:22.000Z
- Description: Salary negotiation — a B2 English lesson. Practise using imperatives for giving advice and expand your vocabulary for workplace communication.
- Author: Lessonpills
- Tags: B1, Business, Work, Video, Premium

## Summary

This 60-minute ESL lesson for **B2** learners explores **Salary negotiation: using imperatives to give advice** through a real video. Across 6 interactive exercises, you'll develop listening comprehension, vocabulary, speaking skills — all built around authentic English content.

**What you'll practise:**

- **5 key vocabulary items** with definitions and usage notes

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## Lesson activities (6 exercises)

Each exercise builds on the previous one. Work through them in order for the best learning experience.

1. **Warm-up** — Discussion questions to activate what you already know about the topic.
2. **Watch** — Watch the video and note the main arguments and examples.
3. **Comprehension** — Answer questions to check your understanding of the main ideas and supporting details.
4. **Vocabulary** — Learn key words and expressions from the video, with definitions and usage notes.
5. **True / False** — Test your detailed understanding — decide if each statement matches the source.
6. **Discussion** — Reflect on the topic and share your opinions using the language you've learned.

## Vocabulary

This lesson introduces **5 key terms** drawn directly from the video:

- **To make a strong case for (something)** — to argue convincingly that you deserve something or that a particular course of action is right.
- **To benchmark your salary** — to compare your current salary with the typical salaries for similar jobs in the same industry and location.
- **To have leverage** — to have a position of power or advantage in a negotiation that allows you to influence the outcome.
- **To stand your ground** — to refuse to change your opinion or position, especially when others are trying to persuade you.
- **A compensation package** — the total payment and benefits an employee receives, including salary, health insurance, bonuses, and retirement plans.

## Grammar

This lesson includes a grammar focus with clear explanations and practice exercises.

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