Conversation #1

Man: So, do you think our tax refunds have been deposited?

Woman: I hope so. I heard it was sent on the 15th.

Man: Yeah, I still haven't been paid for my last job, so I really need it.

Woman: Why haven't you been paid?

Man: The project I was working on has not been completed yet. No one gets paid until it's finished.

Woman: I am sorry to hear that. That must be frustrating.

Man: Yeah, it's really frustrating because all of my work has been completed, but I need the others to finish before I get paid.

Woman: Well, in the meantime, let's hope our tax refund is there.

Conversation #2

Man: How is everything looking with the conference?

Woman: Good, the hotel has been booked, and the invitations have been sent out.

Man: Have the speakers been confirmed yet?

Woman: Yes, all but one has confirmed.

Man: What about the caterer? Food is very important at an event like this.

Woman: A contract has been signed by a local restaurant to provide food, but the menu has not been decided on yet.

Man: Well, if I have my say, I recommend a buffet. Everyone loves that.

Woman: Noted sir. I will look into it.

Man: Great. Thanks for keeping me posted.

Conversation #3

Woman: Hey, where is everyone? I thought the meeting was at one.

Man: It is. The room has been changed. It is now in conference room 5.

Woman: I see. Has everyone been notified? I didn't get a message.

Man: No, it was changed at the last minute. I've been told to stay here and tell people as they come in.

Woman: OK, will I see you up there?

Man: Yes, I will be up shortly.

Woman: OK, see you soon.

Conversation #4

Man: Maria, welcome back. It's so nice to see you again.

Woman: Thanks. I was in the neighborhood, so I thought I would stop by and say hello to everyone.

Man: Well, sadly some of the people you used to work with have been let go.

Woman: Oh, that is too bad. I see that Katie is still here though. That is good to see.

Man: Yes, she's been transfered to HR.

Woman: Oh, that's good. What about Bob over there?

Man: Oh, Bob, yeah, he's done alright for himself. He's been promoted to VP of sales.

Woman: Well, it's good to see that some things have been for the better. Yes, we've been downsized a bit, but we're still going strong.