高级综合商务英语2Unit4ExecutiveCaliber.ppt

* * / /?s=stock+option&submit=Search /MG2011062900010056_6.shtml /language_tips/columnist/2010-03/12/content_9580752.htm * /article/2014/12/18/greece-vote-idUSL6N0U14Q* /article/2014/10/29/us-southeast-asia-economy-deflation-idUSKBN0II0C* Perhaps the real reason that we are so obsessed with leadership today is that we see so little of it from CEOs. (Line 7, Para. 22) The fact that we can barely find much leadership from CEOs may answer the question why we long for it so strongly today. Part II Sentence Interpretation embodiment (Para. 20) n. someone or something that represents or is very typical of an idea or quality synonym: representation example: Advanced weaponry is the embodiment of a modern army and a crucial support for national security and rejuvenation. Part II Words and Expressions validate (Para. 20) v. to mark with an indication of official sanction synonym: ratify example: In order to validate the agreement, both parties sign it. Part II Words and Expressions corrosive (Para. 21) a. gradually destructive; steadily harmful synonym: corrupt example: The president announced fresh plans to cleanse the system of corrosive corruption. Part II Words and Expressions stock option A right to buy or sell specific securities or commodities at a stated price within a specified time. Part II Notes Louis Gerstner Louis Vincent Gerstner, Jr. (born March 1, 1942 in Mineola, New York) was chairman of the board and chief executive officer of IBM from April 1993 until 2002 when he retired as CEO in March and chairman in December. He is largely credited with turning around IBM's fortunes. Part II Notes Q10. What’s the main idea of Section IV (Para. 23-Para. 27)? The fourth half-truth is that companies need to be lean and mean. Part II Questions about Part II Q11. What does “lean and mean” mean? Can you find any reference from Para.