Do the preparation task first. Then read the text and tips and do the exercises.
Preparation
Aziz
I'm running 10 mins late, sorry!
No problem!
Aargh! Traffic is really bad. I'll be more than 10 mins late now, sorry again!!
It's OK, don't worry. I'm in the café already so it's fine
This is not my day! I'm here but can't find a place to park. I'm looking for a different car park. Not sure how long I'll be
OK, LMK when you find a place
I might get something to eat tho
Of course! I'll be as quick as I can
OK!
Found one! Be there in 10 mins
Well done! See you soon
Thx for waiting
Tips
1. You don't need to write complete sentences for text messages.
2. Use abbreviations like LMK (= let me know) or use emojis to save time writing.
3. You don't need to use full stops (.) at the end of messages.
4. Say how many minutes you think you'll need, e.g. I'm running 10 minutes late.
5. It’s good to say sorry and sorry again, but you don't need to say sorry in every message.
For me, punctuality is one the most important quality, therefore, I always prepare to arrive on time at the meetings. But, sometimes, the traffic, accidents or city problems, ruin my schedule. It´s awfull, I hate to give excuses for arrive late.
(If you see any mistakes in my writting, please tell me, I will be very grateful)
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The traffic is blockage. I am going to be late for work and text on my cellphone to the secretary know I will come late to my office. She takes my notice.
When it comes to punctuality, I try to be on time either at work, meetings or at home. This a good habit to be used to it. I really feel relaxed to do so.
Hello
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Nowadays I usually late 30 mins get reach to work every morning. I dont want to reach at work on time 🙈. My coworkers also always late every day. I get up 7:50 am every morning i am really sleepy person, my coworkers understand my this reason. So i appreciate them.
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I am always more than 10 mis late in almost every appointments
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