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Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:
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Identify the main point in a message.
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Organize ideas in a logical order (main idea → supporting points → example).
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Communicate clearly using structured examples.
Exercise 1
Useful Expressions
Direction: Read the useful expressions with your tutor.
Exercise 2
Vocabulary
Direction: Listen and repeat after your teacher
Overcommit
Meaning:
Say yes to too many things
- I tend to overcommit, so I’m learning to manage my time better.
erfectionist
Meaning:
Want everything to be perfect
- I’m a bit of a perfectionist, but I’m learning to be more flexible.
Shy
Meaning:
Not confident in social situations
- I used to be shy, but now I practice speaking more in meetings.
Impatient
Meaning:
Not good at waiting or slow progress
- I get impatient sometimes, but I’m working on staying calm.
Exercise 3
Practice
Exercise 4
Business Dialogue
Direction: Read the conversation aloud with your teacher and fill in the blanks.
Word Bank:
Impatient
erfectionist
Shy
Overcommit
Situation: Diego is interviewing for a customer support position.
Interviewer
Tell me about a ______ you’re working on.
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Diego
I can be a bit of a ______. I focus too much on small ______.
Interviewer
How are you handling that?
Diego
I’m ______ to step back and manage my ______ better.
Interviewer
Are there any other challenges you’ve faced?
Diego
Yes, I sometimes ______, but I’m ______ to be more ______.
Interviewer
How do you stay motivated to improve?
Diego
I believe learning and being patient help me grow every day.
Exercise 5
Study Guide
Direction: Read the study manual aloud
"How to Talk About Weaknesses"
Do:
Be honest, but professional
Choose a real weakness—not a fake one
Explain how you’re improving
Keep it short and focused
Don’t:
Say “I have no weaknesses”
Mention something critical to the job
Blame others or sound negative
Joke or be sarcastic
Listening Practice
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Exercise 6
Discussion
Discuss these questions to practice speaking and share experiences.
- Practice Scenario – Mock Interview
Objective: Practice talking about your weaknesses confidently and professionally
Instructions: Choose a job role. Practice answering the following:
Interview Questions
1. What is one of your weaknesses?
2. How has this weakness affected you?
3. What steps are you taking to improve it?
4. How do you stay motivated during improvement?
5. How has this experience made you a better employee?
Let’s Talk – Self-Reflection
Discuss these questions with your tutor:
1. What’s a weakness you’ve worked on recently?
2. How do you talk about it in a job interview?
3. What strategies help you manage that weakness?
4. How has it helped you grow professionally?
5. What’s one new skill you want to improve this year?
