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Section A: Lead-in
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Learning Objectives
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Section D: Cultural Tips
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Section B: Readings
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Section C: Language Skills in Focus
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Learning Objectives
In this unit, you will learn
get to know the importance of making proper introductions;
learn how to introduce yourself and greet someone in different settings;
grasp the vocabulary related to introduction;
review basic sentence patterns.
Section A: Lead-in
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Suppose you’re a newcomer in a company, how do you introduce yourself and get to know people as quickly as possible?
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Section B: Readings
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Section B: Readings
Five ways to Introduce Yourself
Proper Ways to Greet Someone in a Business Setting
Pre-reading Questions:
1. What do you usually say when meeting people for the first time?
2. How many ways do we have to introduce ourselves? What are they?
3. What body language should be avoided in a formal situation?
Fives Ways to Introduce Yourself?
Humans are social beings who always contact with others personally, professionally and casually, which makes introducing yourself to others an inevitable part of life outside the home. Since introducing oneself isn’t what you do every day, it’s easy to forget the “dos” and the “don’ts” of proper introductions, especially since different situations call for different etiquette.
The proper etiquette for informal introductions is simple: be friendly, courteous and polite. When meeting a new person, it is fine to introduce yourself by your first name only, followed by a friendly phrase or question such as “nice to meet you” or “this is some party, isn’t it?” A handshake is a welcoming gesture, but not required in informal settings. If you think you may share something in common with the other person — for example, if you notice he is wearing a T-shirt with your favorite band on it or if you think you might have taken a class with him last semester — use that as a way to break the ice. You might say, for example, “Hi, I’m Hayden. I couldn’t help but notice your sh