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English Conversation Practice - Be a Good Listener
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Ethan: My client and I are trying to negotiate a new contract.
Aaron: Be a good listener. The best way to negotiate is to listen to what the other side says.
Ethan: You mean just let him talk?
Aaron: No. Ask him questions. You can get a lot of information by asking questions.
Ethan: That's a good tip.
Aaron: Many issues can get resolved if we just learn to listen.
1. What is Ethan trying to negotiate?
Contract
Salary
Job offer
Price
2. What does Aaron say is the best way to negotiate?
Be a winner
Be a good listener
Be a sore loser
Be on time
3. What does Aaron say is the best way to get information?
Be threatening
Pay for it
Make a survey
Ask questions
1. Contract
2. Be a good listener
3. Ask questions