"If you started your own company, do you think you would be able to learn the ropes quickly or do you think there would be a learning curve?" In this lesson, students will discuss entrepreneurship and the different aspects of running a business. This lesson features a video of a business owner describing a variety of things she does in her company. Students will learn and practice vocabulary relating to the topic. The lesson includes plenty of engaging discussion activities and worksheets that have been developed for adult and teenage learners.
Listening: Students will improve their listening skills by engaging with a video about a business owner's journey in entrepreneurship. They will focus on understanding the challenges and rewards of starting a business, including the need for flexibility and learning various business aspects. The aim is to develop comprehension of English in the context of entrepreneurship.
Speaking: Learners will engage in discussions about the dynamics of entrepreneurship and running a business. They will practice expressing their views on starting a company, the skills needed for entrepreneurship, and the challenges they may face. This will enhance their spoken English abilities in a business context.
Vocabulary: The lesson will introduce and practice vocabulary related to entrepreneurship and business management. Examples include "pivot," "client interaction," "billing," "legal matters," "employee engagement," or "infrastructure." These terms will help students discuss and understand various aspects of running a business.
Homework: Students will complete tasks like choosing correct options related to business and entrepreneurship, completing sentences with the appropriate words, and determining true or false statements about business concepts. These activities aim to strengthen their grasp of entrepreneurship-related English vocabulary and ideas.