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1. Read the text and try to figure out the meaning of the highlighted words.

In the world of business, it is common for entrepreneurs to branch out and start a new business venture. However, this can be a risky escapade that requires careful planning and consideration. Given that there are no guarantees in business, it is important to pace yourself and not rush into anything without proper research and preparation.

When starting a new business venture, it is important to have a solid infrastructure in place. This includes everything from your physical office space to your technology and equipment. On the assumption that you have all of these things in order, you can focus on growing your business and achieving your goals.

Despite the best efforts of entrepreneurs, sometimes things don’t go according to plan. In spite of your hard work, you may find that your business is struggling and your efforts are in vain. When this happens, it is important to keep trying, but also to be willing to make tough decisions and change direction if necessary.

One of the biggest challenges in business is dealing with contradictory information. It can be difficult to know who to trust and which sources to rely on. In view of this, it is important to have a fluid approach and be open to changing your plans if new information arises.

I’ll give you that starting a business can be a futile effort if you don’t have the right mindset and approach. However, with careful planning, research, and a willingness to take risks, put in the effort and stay committed to your goals, you can achieve great things in the business world.

2. Match the words with the definitions.

3. Complete the sentences with the words from the previous exercise.

1. They rescheduled the appointment _____________________ the fact that the set venue was unavailable.

2. _____________________, the research you presented is impressive, but it doesn’t necessarily prove your point.

3. The trip to Paris proved to be an exciting _____________________.

4. If you _____________________ to learn a new language, you’ll be able to travel the world and communicate with people from different cultures.

5. The director embarked on a new _____________________ by setting up a new company.

6. The company decided to make some changes to certain features of its _____________________, such as its HR department.

7. The business soon _____________________ to different areas of the industry.

8. We are _____________________ providing the highest level of service anywhere.

9. To achieve success, you must _____________________ your goals and work diligently towards achieving them.

10. Michael suggested _____________________ at the beginning of the project so that we wouldn’t be exhausted at the end.

11. Justin submitted his business proposal _____________________ he could apply for additional funding.

12. The success of this project _____________________ everyone making an effort.

13. _____________________ the fact that Charlie is a novice at computer games, he is quite a fast learner.

14. Even though the staff opposed the merger, nobody dared to _____________________ the director’s final decision to go ahead with it.

15. The organisation made a _____________________ attempt to increase profits.

16. In a _____________________ situation, it’s important to stay calm and composed in order to make rational decisions.

17. Harold waited _____________________ for a reply to his job application; and to his disappointment, someone else got the job.

18. _____________________ Alfred is more experienced, the company assigned the new project to him rather than to Mary.

19. Elon Musk is a highly successful _____________________ who co-founded companies such as Tesla and SpaceX.

20. A special test was used to judge candidates’ _____________________ intelligence by assessing their ability to reason.

Key

Match the words with the definitions.

Complete the sentences with the words from the previous exercise.

1. They rescheduled the appointment in view of the fact that the set venue was unavailable.

2. I’ll give you that, the research you presented is impressive, but it doesn’t necessarily prove your point.

3. The trip to Paris proved to be an exciting escapade.

4. If you put in the effort to learn a new language, you’ll be able to travel the world and communicate with people from different cultures.

5. The director embarked on a new business venture by setting up a new company.

6. The company decided to make some changes to certain features of its infrastructure, such as its HR department.

7. The business soon branched out to different areas of the industry.

8. We are commited to providing the highest level of service anywhere

9. To achieve success, you must focus on your goals and work diligently towards achieving them.

10. Michael suggested pacing ourselves at the beginning of the project so that we wouldn’t be exhausted at the end.

11. Justin submitted his business proposal on the assumption that he could apply for additional funding.

12. The success of this project relies on everyone making an effort.

13. In spite of the fact that Charlie is a novice at computer games, he is quite a fast learner.

14. Even though the staff opposed the merger, nobody dared to contradict the director’s final decision to go ahead with it.

15. The organisation made a futile attempt to increase profits.

16. In a tough situation, it’s important to stay calm and composed in order to make rational decisions.

17. Harold waited in vain for a reply to his job application; and to his disappointment, someone else got the job.

18. Given that Alfred is more experienced, the company assigned the new project to him rather than to Mary.

19. Elon Musk is a highly successful entrepreneur who co-founded companies such as Tesla and SpaceX.

20. A special test was used to judge candidates’ fluid intelligence by assessing their ability to reason.