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Professional English · Beginner

Ask a coworker for help with one task

Practise making a specific request, explaining what has already been tried, and agreeing on a realistic next step.

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Six core prompts, with four optional extensions for a longer class.

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Ask a coworker for help with one task

Use a fictional work problem that does not involve confidential data. The colleague may be busy or unable to help immediately.

Use the prompts as conversation starting points; adapt them to the learner.

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RealTalkBridge · Practice at your own pace