Business Partner B2 (Listening Unit 1.1.1)

What is the main focus of the video tutorial?

• Different styles within businesses

• The impact of COVID-19 on businesses

• Employee benefits at tech companies

• The history of Gravity Payments

What was the significant change in company culture at Gravity Payments?

• Reduction in employee benefits

• Implementation of a dress code

• Minimum salary increase to $70,000

• Introduction of remote work policies

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CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

What were some of the positive effects of the minimum salary increase at Gravity Payments?

• Reduction in client inquiries

• Increase in worker productivity

• Loss of senior staff

• Decrease in revenue

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CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

What contributed to Gravity Payments' increase in revenue and new clients?

• Lack of employee recognition

• Increased worker productivity

• Decreased worker productivity

• Negative publicity

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is discussed regarding the potential long-term success of Gravity Payments' strategy?

• Negative impact on employee satisfaction

• Lack of interest from other companies

• Challenges in maintaining revenue growth

• Positive impact on worker productivity

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2