1929 - We’re Happy to Share these Phrases and Pie

The video discusses the importance of positive communication in both business and daily life. It introduces the idiom 'That dog will hunt' from Southern US culture, explaining its meaning and context. The hosts provide examples of positive responses like 'I'd be happy to' and 'I'm thrilled to', emphasizing their use in professional settings. They also explore playful ways to agree to tasks, highlighting the significance of context in communication. A role play demonstrates these concepts, followed by a light-hearted discussion on desserts, illustrating the importance of tone and attitude in interactions.

What is the main focus of the Steel Magnolias podcast?

• Eastern US culture

• Western US culture

• Southern US culture

• South American culture

What does the idiom 'That dog will hunt' mean?

• An idea or person that will fail

• An idea or person that will succeed

• A hunting dog

• A lazy dog

Which phrase is a positive way to respond to a request in business English?

• I'd be happy to

• I'm not sure

• Maybe later

• I guess

What is a more profound way to express excitement about an opportunity?

• I'm thrilled

• I'm overjoyed

• I'm happy

• I'm honored

Which phrase indicates a strong willingness to do something?

• I'd love to

• I might do it

• I'll think about it

• I don't want to

What is the importance of starting and ending interactions positively?

• It sets a positive tone

• It confuses people

• It makes you seem indecisive

• It doesn't matter

What is a playful way to agree to a task you are not thrilled about?

• I'll do it, but I'm not happy about it

• I can't do it

• I refuse to do it

• I'll do it with joy

In the context of business English, what should you consider when choosing your tone?

• The weather

• The relationship with the person

• The color of your outfit

• The time of day

What dessert did the speakers discuss in the role play?

• Pie

• Ice cream

• Cookies

• Cake

What is a key takeaway from the podcast about attitude?

• Only focus on the middle part

• Negativity is better

• A positive attitude is crucial

• Attitude doesn't matter