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You will hear a radio interview with Emma Lawson about her experience of major changes in a company she worked for.
For each question, choose the correct answer A, B, C. or D.
1) Around two years ago, the publishing company Emma worked for
A. faced serious financial difficulties.
B. joined forces with a smaller local business.
C. was taken over by a global media organization.
D. launched several new international offices.
2) After the takeover, Emma explains that she
A. took on extra responsibilities while earning less.
B. changed departments but with fewer duties.
C. was promoted to a senior leadership role.
D. was dismissed from her position.
3) When Emma said. "I felt like a small cog in a giant machine," she meant that
A. she felt insecure that she had to lead a small team in a very big company.
B. she felt insignificant and lacked a sense of control over her work.
C. she understood that she needed to be more creative in her work.
D. she began managing a group of people she barely knew.
4) Emma's first experience in consultancy happened when
A. she was recruited by an established consulting group.
B. she supported a friend who was starting her own company.
C. she joined a local networking club for entrepreneurs.
D. she responded to an online advertisement for freelancers.
5) What immediately caused Emma to officially launch her own consultancy?
A. She had completed her initial guide for entrepreneurs.
B. The volume of client work she had received exceeded her capacity.
C. Her friend was no longer able to pay her for the marketing help.
D. She needed to quickly hire a small team of employees.
6) Why does Emma charge reasonable fees for her consultancy services?
A. She understands the limited budget of new businesses.
B. She needs to attract many clients to ensure rapid growth.
C. She believes she would earn more if she gained a good reputation.
D. It is easier than setting complex payment structures.
What was one difficulty Emma encountered during the first year of her own business?
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