Past Practice - Company Decision Maker

Past Practice - Company Decision Maker

Regular Verbs (Past Simple) I managed a critical project last month.

We discussed new strategies during the meeting.

She organized the team’s tasks efficiently.

They implemented a new system successfully.

He approved the budget for the next quarter.

I evaluated several vendors before choosing one.

The company expanded into new markets.

We reviewed the annual performance reports.

She presented the new policy to the board.

The team delivered the project on time.

We planned the next product launch.

He analyzed the competition thoroughly.

I monitored the project’s progress.

They developed a new client relationship.

She improved the workflow process.

Irregular Verbs (Past Simple)

I went to a leadership conference last week.

She ate lunch while preparing her presentation.

We drank coffee during the negotiation session.

He ran an analysis on market trends.

They slept very little before the big launch.

I read a report on industry innovations.

She wrote a proposal for a new partnership.

The CEO sang praises for the team’s success.

We did a comprehensive review of the project.

I got a major contract yesterday.

He drove to a client’s office for a presentation.

She saw a gap in the market and proposed a solution.

I had an idea to streamline operations.

They said the new strategy was effective.

We made significant improvements to the process.

He took notes during the stakeholder meeting.

The client came to finalize the agreement.

I found a cost-saving opportunity.

She fell behind schedule due to unexpected issues.

We felt proud after hitting our quarterly targets.

Regular Verbs (Past Simple) - Questions

Where did you manage the project?

Did you discuss the new strategies?

What did she organize last week?

Did they implement the system successfully?

Who approved the budget?

What did you evaluate before making a decision?

Did the company expand last year?

Did you review the reports?

Who presented the policy?

When did the team deliver the project?

What did you plan for the next launch?

Did he analyze the competition thoroughly?

What did you monitor during the project?

Did they develop a new client relationship?

How did she improve the process?

Irregular Verbs (Past Simple) - Questions

Where did you go last week?

What did she eat during the meeting?

Did you drink coffee today?

What analysis did he run?

When did they sleep before the launch?

What report did you read?

What proposal did she write?

Did the CEO sing the team’s praises?

What review did you do?

Did you get a new contract?

Where did he drive for the presentation?

What did she see in the market?

Did you have an idea to improve efficiency?

What did they say about the new strategy?

What improvements did you make?

Did he take notes during the meeting?

When did the client come?

Where did you find the opportunity?

How did she fall behind schedule?

Did you feel proud after the achievement?

Script with Two Characters: Alex & Taylor

Title: A Day in the Life of a Company Decision Maker

(Alex and Taylor are decision makers discussing their workday.)

Alex: Hey Taylor, where did you go last week?

Taylor: I went to a leadership conference. It was insightful!

Alex: Nice! Did you get any new ideas?

Taylor: Yes, I had an idea to improve our supply chain. We also discussed expanding our services.

Alex: That’s great! What did you do after the conference?

Taylor: I wrote a proposal for the new initiative and presented it to the board.

Alex: Did they approve it?

Taylor: Yes, they approved it, and we planned the next steps.

Alex: Fantastic! Did you feel excited?

Taylor: Absolutely! It’s rewarding to see ideas turn into action.

Alex: I agree. I got a new client yesterday. We discussed a long-term partnership.

Taylor: Congratulations! Let’s keep the momentum going.

(They return to their work, energized by their successes.)

The Busy Decision Maker

Taylor is a company decision maker. They work at a fast-growing business. Every day, they analyze data, make critical decisions, and guide the team.

Yesterday, Taylor managed a major project. First, they planned the strategy. Then, they led the implementation. However, there was a challenge—the timeline was tight!

Taylor analyzed the situation and found a solution. They adjusted the workflow, and the project stayed on track.

After work, Taylor took a break. They reflected on the day’s achievements and felt proud of the team’s effort.

Tomorrow, Taylor will start a new initiative. They enjoy their work because each day brings fresh challenges and opportunities.

Discussion Questions

• Do you enjoy making important decisions? Why or why not?

• What is the most rewarding part of your role?

• Describe a recent challenge you faced and how you solved it.

• How do you feel when a big decision leads to success?

• Do you prefer working independently or collaborating with others? Why?

• What’s a major decision you made recently, and what was the outcome?