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What does the word 'key' signify in the context of the lesson?
What does the word 'key' signify in the context of the lesson?
What does the term 'longevity' refer to?
What does the term 'longevity' refer to?
In the phrase 'key takeaways', what does 'takeaways' imply?
In the phrase 'key takeaways', what does 'takeaways' imply?
How is the verb 'to be' used in relation to the words 'health' and 'Wellness'?
How is the verb 'to be' used in relation to the words 'health' and 'Wellness'?
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What does the lesson suggest about taking notes during the presentation?
What does the lesson suggest about taking notes during the presentation?
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Which of the following is an alternate word that may be used with 'takeaways'?
Which of the following is an alternate word that may be used with 'takeaways'?
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What can be inferred about the nature of health and Wellness in relation to business?
What can be inferred about the nature of health and Wellness in relation to business?
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Which pronunciation is emphasized for the word 'longevity'?
Which pronunciation is emphasized for the word 'longevity'?
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What does the term 'adequate' imply in the context of sleep?
What does the term 'adequate' imply in the context of sleep?
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What is meant by 'modeling good health and wellness practices' in leadership?
What is meant by 'modeling good health and wellness practices' in leadership?
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Which of these is a synonym for 'model' as used in the context of leadership?
Which of these is a synonym for 'model' as used in the context of leadership?
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What does 'staff retention' generally refer to?
What does 'staff retention' generally refer to?
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How does the term 'ethical fitness' relate to leadership?
How does the term 'ethical fitness' relate to leadership?
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In the phrase 'to succeed,' what is the function of the words 'in order to'?
In the phrase 'to succeed,' what is the function of the words 'in order to'?
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What grammatical function does 'ethical' serve in the phrase 'ethical fitness'?
What grammatical function does 'ethical' serve in the phrase 'ethical fitness'?
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What does 'over exhausted' imply about a leader?
What does 'over exhausted' imply about a leader?
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What is the correct article to use before 'over exhausted leader'?
What is the correct article to use before 'over exhausted leader'?
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What is the impact of leaders who model good health practices?
What is the impact of leaders who model good health practices?
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What grammatical form is 'retain' in relation to 'retention'?
What grammatical form is 'retain' in relation to 'retention'?
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What does the concept of 'boosting' refer to in a workplace context?
What does the concept of 'boosting' refer to in a workplace context?
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Which of the following best describes 'staff' in 'staff retention'?
Which of the following best describes 'staff' in 'staff retention'?
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What is the primary focus of the data released by Babel in 2024?
What is the primary focus of the data released by Babel in 2024?
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What can be a result of a leader being sleep deprived?
What can be a result of a leader being sleep deprived?
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How is 'to drive innovation' best understood in a business context?
How is 'to drive innovation' best understood in a business context?
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Which of the following describes the term 'toxic company culture'?
Which of the following describes the term 'toxic company culture'?
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What is suggested about leaders who prioritize health and wellness?
What is suggested about leaders who prioritize health and wellness?
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Why is health referred to as 'wealth' in a business context?
Why is health referred to as 'wealth' in a business context?
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What is the implication of having good health practices in a company's culture?
What is the implication of having good health practices in a company's culture?
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What does it mean to prioritize health according to the discussed content?
What does it mean to prioritize health according to the discussed content?
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What term is used to describe the ability to understand different viewpoints?
What term is used to describe the ability to understand different viewpoints?
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What is a potential impact of an over exhausted leader on their organization?
What is a potential impact of an over exhausted leader on their organization?
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How does a company culture that emphasizes health affect its staff?
How does a company culture that emphasizes health affect its staff?
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What does the term 'capable of' usually describe?
What does the term 'capable of' usually describe?
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What does it mean to 'drive change' within a company?
What does it mean to 'drive change' within a company?
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Which phrase represents a commitment to personal health?
Which phrase represents a commitment to personal health?
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What is the primary focus of a company culture?
What is the primary focus of a company culture?
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What is the correct way to express the main lesson learned from an event in singular form?
What is the correct way to express the main lesson learned from an event in singular form?
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Which verb form is correctly used with the word 'priority' in the context of making something important?
Which verb form is correctly used with the word 'priority' in the context of making something important?
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What does it mean to 'overexert' oneself?
What does it mean to 'overexert' oneself?
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Which of the following describes 'burnout'?
Which of the following describes 'burnout'?
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Which is a synonym for 'equipped' in the context of being prepared?
Which is a synonym for 'equipped' in the context of being prepared?
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What is the appropriate structure to say someone is good at handling tasks?
What is the appropriate structure to say someone is good at handling tasks?
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In the context of health and business, what should a leader prioritize?
In the context of health and business, what should a leader prioritize?
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What does the addition of 'over' in front of a verb imply?
What does the addition of 'over' in front of a verb imply?
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Which of the following demonstrates the correct usage of 'capable'?
Which of the following demonstrates the correct usage of 'capable'?
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Which is the correct synonym for 'prioritize'?
Which is the correct synonym for 'prioritize'?
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What is included in the definition of 'exertion'?
What is included in the definition of 'exertion'?
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What should leaders avoid to prevent burnout?
What should leaders avoid to prevent burnout?
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How can 'overdo' be used correctly in conversation?
How can 'overdo' be used correctly in conversation?
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What impact can over exertion have on leadership effectiveness?
What impact can over exertion have on leadership effectiveness?
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Study Notes
Advanced English Vocabulary from Business News
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Key (adjective): Important, critical, crucial. Doesn't take an "s" when used as an adjective, even with plural subjects
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Longevity: Lasting for a long time; used in business contexts to indicate business or individual lifespan
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Key Takeaways: Important points, lessons, or information, commonly used in business settings.
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Take Away (singular): A single important point or lesson learned.
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Prioritize (verb): To consider something most important, a verb, not a noun. Conjugated in the present continuous/future.
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Equipped: Prepared, ready, able to function. Usually used in the form "be equipped to/for," with modifiers such as better or more.
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Overexertion: Excessive physical or mental effort, often leading to burnout.
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Burnout: Extreme exhaustion, often resulting from overexertion, negatively impacting workplace performance and leadership.
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Model (verb): To display or demonstrate a behavior, implying leaders' actions shape the workplace environment. Synonyms: demonstrate, exhibit, exemplify, show.
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Contribute (verb): To help create or support something, often used with plural subjects (e.g., leaders).
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Staff Retention: The ability of a company to keep its employees.
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Company Culture: The organization's values, beliefs, and practices influencing employee interactions and behaviors.
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Health is Wealth: A commonly used proverb, emphasizing the value of health and its importance for success, especially in business leadership.
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Ethical Fitness: The ability to make ethical decisions.
Other Vocabulary and Phrases
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Takeaways (plural): Important points or lessons learned (plural form)
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Over (prefix): Indicates excess or excessive amount of something
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Exhausted: Extremely tired
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Sleep Deprived: Lacking adequate sleep, usually over a prolonged period of time.
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Negotiator: A person involved in negotiations
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Empathy: Understanding and sharing feelings with another person.
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Innovation: Introduction of new ideas and methods
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Change: Alteration or transformation.
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Babel (2024 Survey): UK business leaders' survey.
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Strengthen/Improve/Boost: Enhance or increase something
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Fitness (various contexts): Physical or mental aspects of well-being
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Drive (verb): To promote or encourage something to happen in a business context
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Increase / Boost : To make something larger
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Resilience: The ability of something to withstand adversity
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Longevity (general): Long lifespan of a business or individual.
Grammatical Points
- Verb conjugation: Important for using verbs like prioritize, contribute, and model correctly. The tense depends on the context.
- Adjectives and Nouns: Understanding how words function as adjectives or nouns, and how plurals are used
- Collective nouns: Staff and its implications around use.
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Test your understanding of advanced English vocabulary used in business contexts. This quiz covers key terms and their meanings, ensuring that you can effectively communicate in professional settings. Explore essential words like 'key', 'longevity', and 'burnout' in detail.
