Read the following conversations and see how
the new words are used.
[M]
I don't quite understand when I will be eligible for vacation.
[W] The
supervisor is pretty flexible
about that. You
should talk to her.
[M] I thought
it was a very strict policy. I wasn't
aware of that flexibility!
[M] We can't seem to make ends meet with my
hourly wage.
[W] Maybe
you should ask for a raise.
[M] But, I don't want to ask for too much compensation; the company just offered me health coverage.
[M] After two years, am I partially vested in the 401 (k) plan?
[W] I believe so, but you should speak with
the benefits manager in the Human Resources Department.
[M]
It's hard to imagine that I'll retire
five years from
now.
[M] How was your workshop on salary negotiation?
[W] It became very delicate because my boss and I didn't agree.
[M] On
the basis of that experience, you should attend
workshops by yourself in the future.