The Strategic Advantage of the Intellectual Underdog

EssentialsB2,C1Listening,Phrasal verbs,Speaking,Vocabulary

Main objectives of this material

b>Develop advanced business vocabulary related to leadership, meetings, and corporate communication, including expressions such as C-level executives, public company, sit in on, MBA, and talking in terms of.
Improve listening and critical thinking skills by analysing Simon Sinek’s perspective on leadership, communication, and the value of asking simple questions in complex business environments.
Strengthen professional communication skills by practising business phrasal verbs, participating in workplace discussions, and producing clear, effective written communication for professional contexts.

What students are going to cover

In this lesson, students will explore how curiosity and clear communication can become powerful leadership tools in the workplace. Through an authentic talk by Simon Sinek, they will examine why asking simple questions often leads to better decision-making and stronger collaboration, even in highly technical business environments. Students will develop advanced business vocabulary, practise high-frequency workplace phrasal verbs, and improve their listening comprehension through real-world business scenarios. Speaking activities, discussion tasks, and a professional writing assignment will help learners build the confidence to communicate clearly, challenge assumptions, and contribute effectively during meetings and collaborative projects.