【Actual English（395集）】
Lesson 1.Workplace
- M:Hey Rachel,how are you?
- W:I'm good but I'm bit nervous.
- M: Why?
- W:Because I'm starting at a new company in a couple of days, but I don't really know how to introduce myself to a new group of people.
- M: The first day at a company is nerve-racking,right? You meet so many new faces and they all know each other as well. That is even worse. But there are some things you should do on your first day.
- W: I'd love some advice.
- M: Ok. A firm handshake, that is key, to project confidence, but not too hard,you don't want to hurt the other person, but not too flimsy as well.I hate a wet flimsy handshake.
So if you are feeling nervous and sweaty,
perhaps give your hand a wipe as well.
- W: Oh, like a handkerchief in my pocket or something.
- M:Yeah, absolutely. If you don't have that, just go the back of your skirt or trousers.
- W:No, that's a great idea.
- M: Because when it's a sweaty hand...
- W:Clammy hands.
- M:They are going to call you clammy hands at the company.
- W:Alright,so a firm handshake is really important.
- M:And then eye contact as well.
- M:And a big smile, I think that always helps, it makes people feel more comfortable.
- W:Yeah that's true, that definitely will leave a great first impression.
- M:As long as you don't have something stuck in your teeth. Again, check.
- W: I'll have to get a mirror and check my teeth. That's for sure. Alright so you're saying a firm handshake is important, good eye contact,those show that I'm confident and then a friendly smile will show that I'm at ease and that I'm comfortable with surroundings.
- M: Sure, and then maybe the last, remember people's names.
- W: Oh, right!
- M: And when you say your name as well, project it loudly so they remember you.
- W: But you know, there's so many people that I have to meet. How do I remember all their names?
- M: I think writing it down as soon as you can, at the earliest possible opportunity. But I think that's about it. And I think you'll be fine, Rachel.
- W: You think so? Alright, well I can't wait to use that advice on my first day at my new company.
- M: Fingers crossed.
- W: thank you.
nerve-racking[adj.nurv-ing] stressful,
exhausting
new face(s):new people
firm: not soft;solid,hard,tight
key: important,crucial,vital
project [v.pruh-jekt]: to give or express a clear impression of one's thoughts or personality;make an image
flimsy[adj. flim-zee]:weak,without strength,unstable
clammy[adj.klam-ee]:cold and damp, covered with moisture;wet,sweaty
clammy hands:(a person with)sweaty hands
to leave an impression (on someone): to provide a lasting memory for someone
at ease: without worry or anxiety
writing it down: to make a note of something; to record something in writing
keep one's fingers crossed: to wish someone luck; to hope for a good outcome for someone
nervous: 紧张的
starting: 开始
company: 公司
couple : 夫妻
introduce: 介绍
nerve-racking:伤脑筋
advice: 建议
firm handshake: 坚定的握手
wipe: 擦拭
Clammy hands: 湿冷的手
eye contact: 眼神接触
leave a great first impression: 留下良好的第一印象
stuck: 卡住
comfortable with surroundings: 对周围环境感到舒适
project: 项目
earliest: 最早的
opportunity: 机会
