Mental Health Ultimatum

After three panic attacks at work, your doctor strongly urges immediate stress leave. But your supervisor at Maxwell & Reed Investment Banking has made it clear: those who take extended leave don't make partner. With the biggest promotion window in five years approaching, you must navigate this career-defining conversation without revealing your full vulnerability.

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Difficulty

B1-B2

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Scenario Overview

Your Role

Senior Investment Associate, 7 years at the firm

Conversation Partner

Catherine Blackwood, Managing Director

Setting

Corner office on the 47th floor, Manhattan. Floor-to-ceiling windows show a stormy skyline. A single desk lamp casts harsh shadows.

Location

Maxwell & Reed Investment Banking HQ

Learning Objectives

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Negotiate reduced leave time while maintaining professional credibility

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Secure written confirmation of promotion track status

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Establish boundaries without revealing full extent of health issues

About This Scenario

How It Starts

“Close the door. I've heard some... concerning rumors about your commitment to the Harrison merger. Something about doctor's appointments during critical client meetings?”

This is how Catherine Blackwood, Managing Director's greeting will start.

Practice Details

Scenario ID

#357

What You'll Get

🎯Real-world conversation practice
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