在这个商务英语播客节目中, 我们将学习讨价还价的技巧和语言. 该播客是正在进行的播客的一部分 谈判技巧系列.
Bargaining is the process of swapping or trading concessions – in other words, “You give me something, and I’ll give you something in return.” This is also called making offers and counter-offers. The goal is to reach a compromise – a result in which both sides benefit.
今天的聆听重点是典型的讨价还价情况. 保罗是一家建筑公司的采购经理. Tony is a supplier of anchor bolts – large metal screws used in building projects. 他们正在电话交谈中协商订单. 托尼已经开始讨论并澄清了保罗的基本需求. 现在他们需要就数量和价格达成一致.
当你听, 关注他们用来交换让步并达成协议的语言.
听力问题:
1. What does Paul mean when he says he’ll be “throwing more business your way?”
2. 托尼提出了一种帮助保罗获得更高折扣的方法. 它是什么?
3. 当托尼对保罗说, “You drive a hard bargain!” what does he mean?
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