Visiting a company
Visiting a company | Business Englisch Lernen
Host: Hello and welcome! It's a pleasure to have you here. How was your journey?
Guest: Thank you! The journey was smooth, no complaints.
Host: Great to hear! Can I offer you some refreshments?
Guest: That would be lovely, thank you.
Host: Please make yourself comfortable. If you need anything, feel free to ask.
Guest: Sure thing.
Host: Let me show you around. Here is our reception and conference room.
Guest: Impressive setup you have here.
Host: We appreciate you taking the time to visit us.
Host: Do you have any specific wishes for today's meeting?
Guest: No specific preferences, I'll just go with the flow.
Host: Perfect. We've prepared an agenda for today's meeting. Before we begin, would you like to grab a coffee?
Guest: Sure, let's do that.
Host: And if there's anything you'd like to discuss, please let me know.
Guest: Actually, I'm curious about your company's products/services.
Host: Are you familiar with our company's products/services?
Host: Absolutely. Let me introduce you to some key team members.
Guest: That sounds great.
Host: What are your expectations for today's visit?
Guest: Primarily understanding how your products/services align with our needs.
Host: Feel free to ask questions at any point of the tour. Here's an overview of our current projects. We're open to new ideas.
Guest: Excellent. Afterwards let's discuss how your products/services align with my company's needs.
Scenario: Visitor at a Plastics Molding Company
Characters:
- Chris (Visitor)
- Anna (Company Representative)
1. Active Listening: Anna: Welcome to our plastics molding facility, Chris. We're thrilled to have you here. (Greets with enthusiasm) What specific aspects are you interested in learning more about during your visit?
2. Clarification: Chris: Thank you, Anna. I'm interested in understanding the molding process. (Expresses curiosity) Could you clarify how your company ensures product quality during production?
Anna: Certainly, Chris. Let me clarify our quality control measures during the molding process.
3. Empathy: Anna: I understand that the molding process can seem complex. (Expresses understanding) We'll make sure to explain each step clearly. Any specific concerns you'd like us to address?
4. Mirroring: Chris: I'm a bit overwhelmed with the machinery. (Shares concern)
Anna: It's common to feel that way initially. (Reflects Chris's feelings) Many visitors have mentioned that. We'll guide you through the process step by step.
5. Open-Ended Questions: Anna: Before we start the tour, can you share more about your background or any specific details you're hoping to gain insight into? (Encourages more detailed responses)
6. Summarization: Anna: Let me summarize your main interest: you want to gain insights into the molding process and understand our quality control measures. (Recaps key points) Is that correct?
7. Body Language: Anna: (Gestures towards the production floor) As you can see, our machines operate efficiently. (Uses non-verbal cues to convey information)
8. Humor: Anna: Now, the molding process may not be as exciting as a blockbuster movie, but we promise it has its own charm. (Introduces light-hearted element)
9. Transition Words: Anna: Anyway, let's move from the office area to the production floor. (Smooth transition to the next part of the visit)
10. Acknowledgment: Anna: We appreciate your interest in our company, Chris. (Expresses gratitude) Your curiosity adds value to our discussions.
11. Discreet Silence: Anna: (Pauses briefly) If you have any questions or if there's a specific part of the process you'd like more detail on, feel free to let us know.
12. Rephrasing: Chris: The technical details are a bit much for me to grasp. (Shares difficulty)
Anna: I understand that the technical aspects might be overwhelming initially. (Rephrases Chris's point) We'll try to simplify it for you.
13. Agreeing and Disagreeing Diplomatically: Anna: I agree that the machinery might look intimidating, but our team is well-trained to ensure a safe and informative visit. (Expresses agreement)
14. Asking for Opinions: Anna: As we go through the process, feel free to share any observations or ask questions. We value your perspective. (Encourages Chris to share opinions)
15. Building Rapport: Anna: I heard you have a background in engineering. (Finds common ground) That's fantastic! You'll likely appreciate the precision in our molding processes.