FY2024 ラジオビジネス英語Lesson（５）

Theme

ピッチイベントの意義について確認する。

Harish agreed to give a lecture to Yuna on startup investment. As Yuna shares her thoughts on the reading materials. Harish proceeds to ask questions about the first topic.

Listening point

How did Yuna find the reading material?

She found an eye-opener.

Words and phrases

occurrence: 出来事。
skim through: 何々にざっと目を通す。
eye-opener: 目を開かせるもの。
hang in there: 頑張って。
dive in: 取り掛かる。没頭する。
funding: 資金調達。
capture: 捉える。
networking: 人脈づくり。
encourage 促す。促進する。
firsthand: 直に。直接。

Business scene

I was just looking into the program of the pitch event.
There are so many sessions to choose from.

This is a common occurrence here in Silicon Valley.
So, let's get to the topic, the startup investment process.

I skimmed through the reading material you gave me.
It was certainly an eye-opener.

Well, that's just the start, so hang in there.
So, let's dive in and look at the first unit, pitch events.
Any questions or thoughts?

I learned that pitch events are not only about securing funding but also about making connections.
They appear to be very interactive and lively.

You've captured the essence of it.
Networking encourages open communication and the exchange of ideas.
You'll experience it firsthand at the event on Wednesday.

Business phrase of the day

Networking encourages open communication and the exchange of ideas.
ネットワークは率直なやり取りと意見の交換を促進します。

ファシリテーターは聴衆に質問かコメントするように促しました。
The facilitator encouraged the audience to ask questions or make comments.

新しい方針は健全なワークライフバランスの奨励を目的としています。
New policies aim to encourage a healthy work-life balance.

Alternative expressions

encourageの違う表現。

Networking fosters transparent communication and the sharing of insights.

Networking promotes honest dialogue and the interchange of thoughts and ideas.

Upgrade your communication skills

テーマ：欲しい情報を求める

The material you prepared for me was quite useful.
I'd like to know more about the current venture capital scene.
Do you have more material that I can read?

I came across some new information and it was helpful.
I'd like to learn more about company valuation.
Do you have any other references that would be useful?