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Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:
- Describe your daily work routine clearly and professionally.
Exercise 1
Situation
Direction: Read the situation for today's lesson
Alex is meeting with his mentor to discuss his progress at BrightCore Solutions. The mentor asks Alex to explain a typical workday. Alex needs to describe his tasks, meetings, and interactions with colleagues in a way that is concise, clear, and professional. Omar is observing to learn how to describe routines effectively, while Sarah encourages Alex to include small details that make explanations relatable.
Exercise 2
Vocabulary
Direction: Listen and repeat after your tutor
Prioritize
verb
/praɪˈɔr.ɪ.taɪz/
Meaning:
To decide which tasks are most important and do them first.
- Alex prioritizes his emails in the morning to stay on top of urgent tasks.
Hit the ground running
idiom
/hɪt ðə ɡraʊnd ˈrʌn.ɪŋ/
Meaning:
To start work quickly and effectively.
- Alex wants to hit the ground running by tackling his morning tasks efficiently.
Wrap up
phrasal verb
/ræp ʌp/
Meaning:
To finish or complete a task.
- Alex wraps up his reports before the afternoon meeting.
At a glance
phrase
IPA
Meaning:
Quickly and easily understood.
- Alex keeps a to-do list that shows his priorities at a glance.
Exercise 3
Office Conversation
Direction: Read the conversation aloud with your teacher.
Situation:
Anna introduces herself to a new colleague at work.
Can you walk me through a typical day at BrightCore?
Mentor
Sure. I start by checking emails and prioritizing urgent tasks.
Alex
Good. What comes next?
Mentor
I hit the ground running with project updates and team check-ins.
Alex
Don’t forget to wrap up any tasks before meetings.
Sarah
Right, I always wrap up reports and notes before lunch.
Alex
How do you keep track of everything?
Omar
I use my planner so I can see my priorities at a glance.
Alex
Check Understanding
Direction: Answer the questions about the conversation.
1. What does Alex do first thing in the morning?
2. How does Alex finish his tasks before meetings?
3. What tool does Alex use to see his priorities?
Exercise 4
Study Guide
Direction: Read the study manual aloud.
Describing your daily work routine is a useful skill for meetings, mentoring, and job performance reviews. Start by organizing your tasks in order—morning emails, meetings, project work, and follow-ups. Use professional phrases like “prioritize” for urgent tasks or “wrap up” for finishing assignments.
Mention tools you use to stay organized, such as planners or digital to-do lists, which let you see priorities at a glance. Keep sentences clear, concise, and structured, and include small details that show your efficiency and professionalism. Express your workflow naturally, including check-ins with colleagues or mentoring moments. Avoid overly long descriptions; focus on tasks, tools, and time management.
Practicing your explanation aloud can help you sound confident and prepared for professional situations. This helps colleagues, mentors, and managers understand your work style quickly.
Exercise 5
Choose the Correct Answer
Direction: Direction: Select the correct answer from the options A, B, or C.
1. Alex starts ___ checking emails in the morning.
A. in
B. on
C. at
2. He keeps ___ planner to see priorities.
A. a
B. an
C. the
3. Sarah ___ happy to give tips on completing tasks.
A. is
B. are
C. be
4. Yesterday, Alex ___ all his reports before lunch.
A. wrap
B. wrapped
C. will wrap
5. Omar watches Alex so ___ can learn.
A. he
B. him
C. his
6. Alex works ___ to finish urgent tasks quickly.
A. fast
B. fastly
C. quickly
7. Alex describes ___ typical workday clearly.
A. a
B. an
C. the
8. He wants to hit the ground ___ every morning.
A. running
B. run
C. ran
Exercise 6
Discussion
Direction: Discuss these questions to practice speaking and share experiences.
1. How do you usually start your workday?
2. When do you prioritize tasks during the day?
3. What tools do you use to see your priorities at a glance?
4. How do you finish or wrap up tasks before meetings?
5. Where do you usually check emails in your office?
6. What does it mean to hit the ground running at work?
7. How do you describe your daily routine to a mentor or manager?
8. Why is it important to organize your work clearly?
