Stefan's office offers two trainings this Thursday. Both happen at the same time, two o'clock. He can only attend one.
斯特凡的公司这个星期四提供两场培训。两场在同一时间，都是两点。他只能参加一场。
The first training teaches public speaking skills. Stefan feels nervous in front of groups. This class helps people like him.
第一场培训教公开演讲技巧。斯特凡在一群人面前会紧张。这门课能帮到像他这样的人。
The second training teaches a new spreadsheet program. His team uses spreadsheets every single day. This class saves people time each week.
第二场培训教一款新的电子表格软件。他的团队每天都要用电子表格。这门课能让人每周节省时间。
Stefan makes a short list of reasons. Public speaking helps with meetings later. Spreadsheets help right now with daily work.
斯特凡列了一个简短的理由清单。公开演讲以后对开会有帮助。电子表格眼下就对日常工作有帮助。
He thinks about his busy month ahead. Three big reports are due very soon. He needs strong spreadsheet skills now.
他想了想接下来忙碌的一个月。三份重要报告很快就要交。他现在就需要熟练的电子表格技能。
Stefan signs up for the spreadsheet training. He tells his manager his simple reason. "I need this one for my reports," he says.
斯特凡报名参加了电子表格培训。他向经理说了自己简单的理由。“这一场对我的报告有用。”他说。
"Good choice," his manager says. "We can sign you up for public speaking next month."
“选得好，”经理说，“下个月我们可以帮你报公开演讲的培训。”
Stefan feels a little relieved about his decision. He marks Thursday on his calendar.
对这个决定，斯特凡感到有点轻松。他在日历上标出了星期四。
On Thursday, he learns three new spreadsheet tricks. He uses one of them that same afternoon.
星期四那天，他学会了三个电子表格的新技巧。当天下午，他就用上了其中一个。
