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What is Colleague 2's attitude towards the possibility of getting promoted?
What is Colleague 2's attitude towards the possibility of getting promoted?
- Uncertain, due to the short time at the company
- Pessimistic, considering the lack of experience
- Confident, based on the extra hours and extra projects put in (correct)
- Indifferent, not showing any interest in getting promoted
How does Colleague 1 feel about the prospect of getting promoted?
How does Colleague 1 feel about the prospect of getting promoted?
- Pessimistic, doesn't feel they've been at the company long enough (correct)
- Optimistic, believes fresh blood can bring new perspectives
- Confident, believes their hard work will pay off
- Hopeful, thinks the higher-ups have noticed their great work
What does Colleague 2 suggest about 'fresh blood' in the conversation?
What does Colleague 2 suggest about 'fresh blood' in the conversation?
- It often leads to conflicts in the workplace
- It rarely brings new perspectives and ideas to the table
- It has no impact on the workplace dynamics
- It can be valuable due to new perspectives and ideas (correct)
What is Colleague 1's response to Colleague 2's reassurance?
What is Colleague 1's response to Colleague 2's reassurance?
Why does Colleague 1 express doubts about getting a promotion?
Why does Colleague 1 express doubts about getting a promotion?
What is Colleague 2's overall message to Colleague 1?
What is Colleague 2's overall message to Colleague 1?
Why does Colleague 1 doubt getting a promotion?
Why does Colleague 1 doubt getting a promotion?
What does Colleague 2 imply about 'fresh blood' in the conversation?
What does Colleague 2 imply about 'fresh blood' in the conversation?
What is Colleague 2's attitude towards the possibility of getting promoted?
What is Colleague 2's attitude towards the possibility of getting promoted?
What is Colleague 2's overall message to Colleague 1?
What is Colleague 2's overall message to Colleague 1?
How does Colleague 1 feel about the prospect of getting promoted?
How does Colleague 1 feel about the prospect of getting promoted?
What does Colleague 1's response indicate about his confidence in getting promoted?
What does Colleague 1's response indicate about his confidence in getting promoted?
What is the woman's opinion about her chances of getting promoted?
What is the woman's opinion about her chances of getting promoted?
What does the man imply about 'fresh blood' in the conversation?
What does the man imply about 'fresh blood' in the conversation?
How does the woman feel about the reassurance from the man?
How does the woman feel about the reassurance from the man?
What is the man's overall message to the woman?
What is the man's overall message to the woman?
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Study Notes
Colleagues' Conversation about Promotion
- Colleague 2 is optimistic about the possibility of getting promoted.
- Colleague 1 is doubtful and lacks confidence about getting a promotion.
The Concept of 'Fresh Blood'
- Colleague 2 suggests that bringing in 'fresh blood' (new people) might lead to changes in the workplace.
- The implication is that new people might bring new ideas and approaches.
Colleagues' Perspectives on Promotion
- Colleague 1 expresses doubts about getting a promotion due to concerns about being replaced by 'fresh blood'.
- Colleague 2 tries to reassure Colleague 1, but Colleague 1 remains uncertain about their prospects.
- Colleague 2's overall message to Colleague 1 is to be more confident in their abilities.
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