Companies and Environment: Business English Conversation Practice

Enhance your business English with conversation practice on companies and the environment. Ideal for C1 level learners.

This video focuses on conversations about companies and the environment. You'll respond to three thought-provoking questions to improve your fluency and confidence.

• Blue: Do you think we can ever find a balance between sustainability and profit?
• Red: It is very difficult, ultimately I believe we will give more priority to sustainability and face decreased profits.

This question explores the challenge of balancing environmental sustainability with business profitability. Reflecting on this balance helps develop a nuanced understanding of current business practices and future trends.

• Blue: How has technology changed business? Do you think it's created more work or less?
• Red: It has created, as well as destroyed many occupations, we need to adjust to the changing environment.

Technology's impact on business is significant, affecting job creation and destruction. Discussing this topic helps you articulate the complex effects of technological advancements on the workforce.

• Blue: Do you think doing business is good for the environment? Why/why not?
• Red: Historically, the answer is no. However, more and more businesses become sustainable these days.

This question addresses the evolving relationship between business practices and environmental impact. Reflecting on historical and current trends provides a deeper insight into how businesses are becoming more eco-friendly.

Watch our video and practice responding to these questions. This exercise will help you build your business vocabulary, improve your fluency, and gain confidence in discussing complex topics related to sustainability, technology, and the environment in a business context.