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Story 7

📘 Lesson Title: “The Climb to Credibility”

Level: Expert

VOCABULARIES

  1. Tenacity – (tuh-NA-suh-tee) /təˈnæsɪti/
    (noun) – the quality of being determined to do something
    Synonyms: determination, persistence, grit
    Sentence: Her tenacity helped her succeed despite repeated rejections.

  2. Credibility – (kre-duh-BI-luh-tee) /ˌkrɛdəˈbɪlɪti/
    (noun) – the quality of being trusted and believed in
    Synonyms: reliability, integrity, trustworthiness
    Sentence: It took years of consistent performance to build her credibility.

  3. Persevere – (per-suh-VEER) /ˌpɜːsɪˈvɪə/
    (verb) – to keep going despite difficulty
    Synonyms: endure, persist, push through
    Sentence: He persevered through every professional challenge.

  4. Adversity – (ad-VER-suh-tee) /ədˈvɜːsɪti/
    (noun) – a difficult or unpleasant situation
    Synonyms: hardship, difficulty, misfortune
    Sentence: True character is revealed in times of adversity.

  5. Discern – (dih-SURN) /dɪˈsɜːn/
    (verb) – to recognize or distinguish something clearly
    Synonyms: detect, perceive, identify
    Sentence: She could discern subtle changes in her team’s morale.


IDIOMS

  1. Climb the ladder – (to move up in rank or position)
    Synonyms: advance, rise, get promoted
    Sentence: He worked hard to climb the ladder in his company.

  2. Weather the storm – (survive a difficult situation)
    Synonyms: endure, overcome, hold out
    Sentence: The team weathered the storm of budget cuts and still met the deadline.

  3. Stand your ground – (to refuse to change your decision or beliefs)
    Synonyms: hold firm, be resolute, stay true
    Sentence: She stood her ground when asked to compromise her values.


TONGUE TWISTER

🔄 Instruction: Read the tongue twister 3 times as fast and clearly as you can.


“Persistent professionals persevere through pressure and prove their power.”


STORY: The Climb to Credibility

Nico was a mid-level analyst with big dreams and even bigger ambition. He wasn’t the loudest voice in the room, but he possessed rare tenacity. While others chased instant results, Nico worked patiently and thoroughly, gradually earning the credibility of his peers.

One quarter, the company faced a crisis. A competitor had leaked misleading data about their performance. While panic spread, Nico stayed calm. He discerned the inaccuracies and presented verified data with clarity. His integrity and ability to weather the storm caught the attention of leadership.

Even under adversity, he chose not to play politics or bend the truth. He simply continued to persevere, standing his ground with quiet confidence. His steady hand earned him a promotion. For Nico, success was not about shortcuts—but about substance. His climb to credibility wasn’t fast—but it was firm.


KNOWLEDGE CHECK

  1. What quality helped Nico gain trust in the workplace?

  2. What major challenge did the company face?

  3. How did Nico demonstrate discernment?

  4. What does “stand your ground” imply about Nico’s character?

  5. What was Nico’s reward for his perseverance?


DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

  1. Do you believe credibility is more important than popularity in the workplace? Why or why not?

  2. Can adversity reveal someone’s true character? Share an example.

  3. What does it take to persevere in a competitive environment?

  4. Have you ever had to stand your ground at work? What happened?

  5. Do you think slow success is better than quick recognition? Why?


SPEAK UP

Instruction: Share your opinions about the following moral lessons.

  1. Integrity builds a stronger foundation than ambition alone.

  2. Quiet consistency often speaks louder than bold claims.

  3. Success earned through adversity is more meaningful and lasting.


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