Dialogue
Clarify appropriate guarantee directness
Linda: I’m a little worried about calling Mr. Sanchez in Mexico. Mark. I’m not used to dealing with international clients. Any suggestions?
Mark: I’ve heard it’s good to start with small talk before you get down to business. Americans respect ________, but other cultures may not.
Linda: Is it________ for me to call him “Mr. Or should I use “senor”?
Mark: I think Mr. Is the safer title to use.
Linda: I’m also worried I might not understand his accent.
Mark: I ________ you won’t understand everything. But don’t worry. Just ask him to repeat or ________ and concisely summarize your notes before you hang up.
Clarify appropriate guarantee directness
Linda: I’m a little worried about calling Mr. Sanchez in Mexico. Mark. I’m not used to dealing with international clients. Any suggestions?
Mark: I’ve heard it’s good to start with small talk before you get down to business. Americans respect ________, but other cultures may not.
Linda: Is it________ for me to call him “Mr. Or should I use “senor”?
Mark: I think Mr. Is the safer title to use.
Linda: I’m also worried I might not understand his accent.
Mark: I ________ you won’t understand everything. But don’t worry. Just ask him to repeat or ________ and concisely summarize your notes before you hang up.