LESSON 6 — HIGH-LEVEL NETWORKING AND RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Lesson Objectives
Students will:
- Build professional relationships
- Practice networking conversations
- Handle international client communication
- Use polite executive language naturally
50-MINUTE LESSON FLOW
1. Warm-Up Discussion (5 minutes)
Questions
- Why is networking important?
- How do professionals build trust?
- What makes a good business relationship?
2. Expression Practice (10 minutes)
Networking Expressions
- “Maintaining strong partnerships is essential.”
- “I’d be interested in future collaboration opportunities.”
- “Please don’t hesitate to contact me.”
Idioms
- build strong ties
- expand opportunities
- leave a positive impression
3. Executive Networking Event Role-Play (20 minutes)
Model Networking Conversation
Student A
“Good evening. I’m Kenji Sato from GlobalTech Japan.”
Student B
“It’s a pleasure to meet you. I’m Maria Gomez from Horizon Solutions.”
Student A
“I enjoyed your presentation on international market expansion.”
Student B
“Thank you very much. We’re currently exploring partnership opportunities in Asia.”
Student A
“That sounds interesting. I’d be interested in future collaboration opportunities.”
Student B
“Excellent. Please don’t hesitate to contact me after the conference.”
Teacher Instructions
Students rotate partners every 2–3 minutes.
Topics:
- introductions
- business interests
- future cooperation
4. Client Relationship Management Discussion (10 minutes)
Student Tasks
Discuss:
- client concerns
- long-term partnerships
- trust-building strategies
5. Listening Practice (5 minutes)
Teacher Reading Script
“Strong international business relationships are often built through consistent communication, trust, and long-term cooperation. Senior executives regularly maintain contact with global partners to strengthen strategic alliances.”
Answers
- Communication, trust, and cooperation
- Contact with global partners
- Strengthen alliances
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