地道美语听力练习:在工作中捍卫自己的想法

Monica:That's why I don't think it's doable.

We should consider other ideas.

That was Monica. She's my co-worker and my nemesis.

She criticizes all of my ideas, but I've learned that the best defense is to not get defensive.

Kazuya:I appreciate your feedback.

I understand your reservations, but let me show you these figures I've worked up, which I believe will address your concerns.

I knew Monica would attack my ideas, so I had come prepared.

Monica:That's all very impressive, but I still think we need to consider other options.

Unfortunately, when Monica digs in her heels, I know that the only thing to do is to placate her.

That plus a delaying tactic usually works.

Kazuya:Your comments have given me a lot to think about.

We're running short on time and we want to get to the other topics for discussion, so let's come back to it next week.

Luckily, I know something else about Monica:She has a short attention span.

By next week, she'll be onto her next victim!