4.
Consider the following conversation between Seiji and Renee, and the ather
describe the
shortcomings of Renee's listening skills.
Sept
Se
Renee
Seific
Renee:
Seiji
Renee:
Seiji:
tence:
wijk
You've done a great job these last two months. Renee. But you know
we really need a new editor
So we've decided to make some changes
I'm not surprised. I know I have
made my share of mistakes.
Everyone makes mistakes when
they're starting out. And you've
been
carrying a lot of responsibility Too
much. That's why...
That's okay. I'm grateful to have had a
chance to try my
hand at thi
I know I'm inexperienced, and this is an important
department.
Yes, it is. And it's not an easy job. We really need an editor and a
assistant to handle all the work. That's why I wanted to tell you...
You're right, of course. I hope you've found somebody good to be
the new editor
I think so. But Rence, I don't think you understand
No, I understand. I knew all along that I was just filling in.
Renee, you're not listening
Yes. I am. You're trying to be nice, but you're here to tell me that
you've hired a new editor and I'll be going back to my old job.
No, that's not it at all. I think you've done a fine job under difficult
circumstances. You've proved yourself, and I intend to make you
editor. But I think you'll need an assistant to help you.
dapted from The Art of Public Speaking by Stephen E. Lucas. New York.
Graw Hill, 2001)
(6 marks)
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