Part 1 – Context
5 min
Introduce a workplace culture topic
Teacher: "I once worked in a toxic team. Ever been in a bad team culture?"
Part 2 – Vocabulary
8 min
| Phrase | Example |
|---|---|
| address the issue | "We need to address poor communication" |
| there's tension between | "There's tension between frontend/backend teams" |
| constructive feedback | "Give constructive feedback, not criticism" |
| healthy work environment | "A healthy environment boosts productivity" |
| set boundaries | "I had to set boundaries about after-hours messages" |
Part 3 – Case Analysis
15 min
Case: The Silent Senior Dev
A senior never speaks in meetings, doesn't respond for days, refuses code reviews. Team morale dropping. How handle?
Case: Overworked Junior
Junior working 12-hour days to prove themselves. Burning out. As tech lead, what do you do?
Part 4 – Debate
25 min
Debate different approaches
Direct confrontation vs subtle hints? Manager intervention vs peer talk? Switch sides halfway!
📝 Homework
Analyze a team culture challenge (200-250 words). Use 3+ phrases.