These ------------ models fail to acknowledge that there are many types of consumers. (the study of individuals and organizations and how they select and use products and services)
consumer behavior
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We have all been through a steep ............ to master the new procedures. (the rate of a person's progress in gaining experience or new skills.)
learning curve
15
John's uncle ................, finding us a place to stay at the last minute. (to complete an activity successfully or to produce a good result, especially when you were not expected
came up trumps
15
Making contacts can help you get a ...............r when it comes to getting a job. (to enter a business or organization at a low level, but with a chance of being more successful in the future)
foot in the door
15
We want our students to hit _................ after they graduate.(to immediately work hard and successfully at a new activity)
the ground running
15
Your last essay wasn't.......... /didn't come ........ (reaching an acceptable standard)
up to scratch
15
Market research can identify the extent and location of a particular ................ (a particular group of consumers at which a product or service is aimed.)
target market
15
If someone has a good work ethic, they should move up ................ (a series of jobs from the lower paid with less responsibility to the highest paid with the most responsibility within a company or particular profession)
the career ladder
15
Climate change appears to demand we put our electricity usage on a steep downward _________(a line that bends )
curve
15
Giving online classes pushes many teachers beyond their__________ (a situation in which you feel comfortable and in which your ability and determination are not being tested)
comfort zones
15
To work as a consultant, you need considerable ............................ (skill in making correct decisions and judgments in a particular subject, such as business or politics)
business and financial acumen
15
Various reasons are given for the ................... women hit in many professions. (a point after which you cannot go any further, usually in improving your position at work)
glass ceiling
15
Can we fix the current computer system, or would it be better to start...............with a new system? (from the beginning, without using anything that already exists)
from scratch
15
The two sides finally ............... after weeks of negotiations.( to come to an agreement)
struck a deal
15
He drives a.........., but we finally made a deal.(to strongly defend a position that is very much to your advantage when reaching an agreement)
hard bargain
15
She......... a reputation for herself as a high-powered lawyer.(to create or obtain something that helps you by skillful activities)
