Offering Encouragement and Mutual Support
The conversation concludes with both peers offering words of encouragement, expressing belief in each other's potential, and possibly making plans for future check-ins or offering continued support (e.g., sharing job postings, connecting them with contacts).
Dialogue
Listen and follow along with the conversation
Vocabulary
Essential words and phrases from the dialogue
pivot
To pivot means to change direction or switch to a new path, often in career or business. In the dialogue, Sarah says 'pivot into that project management role' to encourage John to try a new job.
leadership
Leadership refers to the ability to guide or direct a group. It's a key skill in management jobs. John is praised for showing leadership in his current work.
encouragement
Encouragement means words or actions that give someone confidence to do something. John thanks Sarah for her encouragement about his career goals.
determined
Determined means firmly decided to achieve something, even if it's difficult. Sarah says she's determined to start her own consulting firm.
leap
A leap is a big, sudden change or risk. In the dialogue, starting a business is called 'a big leap' because it's a major step.
accountable
Accountable means responsible for your actions or progress. They plan to 'keep each other accountable' by checking in regularly.
venture
A venture is a new business or project that involves risk. John's offer to share contacts is for Sarah's 'consulting venture.'
Key Sentences
Important phrases to remember and practice
Honestly, I think you've got what it takes to pivot into that project management role.
This sentence starts with 'Honestly' to show sincerity. 'You've got what it takes' is an idiom meaning you have the necessary skills. Use this to encourage someone about a career change. It shows positive belief in their abilities.
Thanks, that means a lot coming from you.
This is a polite way to thank someone for praise. 'Coming from you' means the words are more valuable because of who said them. It's useful in informal conversations to show appreciation.
It's a big leap, but I'm determined.
This uses 'but' to contrast a challenge ('big leap') with determination. 'Determined' shows strong resolve. Use this when talking about ambitious goals to express commitment despite risks.
Maybe we should even link up for a coffee sometime next month and check in on our progress?
This is a suggestion using 'Maybe we should' for a casual plan. 'Link up' means meet up, and 'check in' means update each other. It's great for proposing future meetings to stay connected.
If I come across any articles or contacts that might be helpful, I'll definitely send them your way.
This is a conditional offer of help with 'If I come across' (if I find). 'Send them your way' means share them with you. Use this to offer support in career talks, showing willingness to assist.
We're in this together.
This idiom means we support each other in a shared challenge. It's simple and motivational. Use it to build teamwork or mutual encouragement in goals.
It's good to know we have each other's backs.
This is an idiom meaning we support and protect each other. 'Have each other's backs' is like having someone's support in tough times. It's common in friendly, informal encouragement.