#124 Following Up 1

Key Word

pan out: develop in a particular way or in a successful way. 일이 잘 풀리다.

I did not know that deal would pan out. 그 일이 잘 풀릴 것인지 알지 못했다.

 

up-and-coming: likely to achieve success soon or in the near future

The summer exhibition has a major focus on young up-and-coming talent.

 

cut out for: naturally able or suited to do or be something. good at it 과 동일. 

He has really got his work cut out for him.

I cut out for baking. 

 

take a rain check: used to tell someone that you cannot accept an invitation now, but would like to do so at a later time. 재고하겠다고 말하는 거.

Do you mind if I take a rain check on that drink?

 

toot horn: boast or brag about one’s own abilities, skills, success, achievements, etc.

Jen does not like to toot her own horn but she is the best lawyer in the firm.

 

follow through: continue something until it is completed. 끝까지 하다.

We also need to discuss the details on how to follow through afterward.

Dialogue

A: Ms. Nelson. I thought you were on a business trip to Chicago?

B: I was. I just got back this morning.

 

A: I see. Was your trip a success?

B: Yes, it was. I was able to get a deal signed that should bring in substantial revenue.

 

A: Great! I’m glad everything panned out. Oh, by the way, this is Mr. Rick Zimmerman from T&S Group. They were ranked one of the best up-and-coming energy companies for three consecutive years. He is here to streamline the follow-up review process of the current project. consecutive: 연이은

B: How do you do, Mr. Zimmerman?

C: Wendy How do you do? It’s a pleasure to meet you.

 

A: Mr. Zimmerman is one of our top clients. They’re right there on the cutting edge. I’m sure you’ll be reading about some of their breakthroughs in the coming months.

C: Well, we still have some work cut out for us. I wouldn’t toot our horn just yet.

 

A: Oh, you’re just being modest. By the way, We’re going to have dinner at Ruby Friday after the review. Can you join us? modest: 겸손한

B: I’m afraid not. I have to meet with our CFO to discuss our present deal. We also need to discuss the details on how to follow through afterward. Can I take a rain check?

 

A: Well, good luck with your meeting.

 

Feedback

Original: She helps me a lot about this issue. 

Better: She is helping me a lot with this issue. 

 

Original: I think this is good habit, but I don't have. 

Better: I think this is a good habit that I don't have. 

 

Original: So someone who will be success in future. 

Better: So someone who will be successful in the future.