Career Death Sentence

You're a rising tech journalist who uncovered evidence of environmental violations at QuantumCore Industries. Their CEO, Victoria Sterling, has requested an urgent meeting. She knows about your upcoming mortgage approval and your spouse's recent job loss. The next words you speak could determine your entire future in journalism.

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B1-B2

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Scenario Overview

Your Role

Independent Technology Journalist

Conversation Partner

Victoria Sterling, CEO of QuantumCore Industries

Setting

Top floor executive suite with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a stormy cityscape. A single desk lamp casts harsh shadows.

Location

QuantumCore Tower, Financial District

Learning Objectives

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Navigate the conversation without explicitly agreeing to suppress the story

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Gather additional evidence of blackmail attempt

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Maintain professional integrity while protecting personal interests

About This Scenario

How It Starts

“Please, have a seat. I've reviewed your draft article about our waste management practices. Compelling narrative, but I'm concerned it might reflect... poorly on both our organizations if published as is. Your mortgage approval next month – that's with Pacific Trust, correct?”

This is how Victoria Sterling, CEO of QuantumCore Industries's greeting will start.

Practice Details

Scenario ID

#353

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