The problem? When you are in a meeting with international colleagues or a job interview with a global firm, you want to talk about this. You have the thoughts in Chinese, but when you try to explain them in English, you get stuck. You might hesitate, give one-word answers, or struggle to organize your complex opinions into clear sentences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is exactly what we focus on at IMC English<\/a>. We help you bridge the gap between knowing the facts and speaking about them with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Discussing economic trends is difficult because it requires more than just “basic” English. You need to connect abstract concepts (such as AI growth) to real-world consequences (such as the wealth gap).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Most learners fail here because:<\/p>\n\n\n\n To speak clearly, you don’t need a PhD in Economics. You need a reliable structure. The Opinion\u2011Reason\u2011Example (ORE)<\/strong> framework is the most effective tool for professional conversation. It allows you to deliver a sophisticated point of view in three simple steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Let’s break down how to use this framework using the recent news about Taiwan’s AI boom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Start with a clear, direct statement. Don’t overcomplicate it. Use simple “sentence starters” to signal to your listener that you are sharing a viewpoint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Try these starters:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Example:<\/strong> “I think Taiwan\u2019s current economic growth is impressive but unbalanced.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Immediately follow your opinion with a “why.” This provides depth to your thought and shows that you understand the situation. Use “because” or “since” to link your ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Example:<\/strong> “…because most of the growth is concentrated in the semiconductor sector, while other industries are stagnating.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n This is the most important step. Examples make your argument “real” and prove your point. Use the data you know or personal observations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Try these starters:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Example:<\/strong> “For example, while tech wages are nearly double the national average, 70% of Taiwanese workers still earn less than the average salary.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The recent Al Jazeera report<\/a> highlights several key data points. Let\u2019s practice turning these facts into spoken English using our framework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Data:<\/strong> Semiconductors account for 20% of Taiwan’s GDP but employ only 300,000 out of 11 million workers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n How to say it:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Opinion:<\/strong> “I feel that Taiwan is becoming too reliant on a single industry.” Data:<\/strong> 40% of voters feel “anxious” about rising living costs and housing prices despite the stock market boom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n How to say it:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Opinion:<\/strong> “In my opinion, the stock market success doesn’t reflect the daily life of most people.” Imagine you are at a business lunch with a client from Singapore. They ask you, “How is the economy doing in Taiwan right now?”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n You:<\/strong> “It’s a bit of a mixed bag. I think we are seeing what experts call a ‘K-shaped economy’ right now.<\/strong> (Opinion<\/strong>) <\/p>\n\n\n\n The reason is that<\/strong> while the AI boom is making tech companies very wealthy, traditional sectors like services and manufacturing are struggling with low wages and high costs. (Reason<\/strong>) <\/p>\n\n\n\n For example<\/strong>, our GDP growth is over 13% this year, yet 70% of people still earn less than the average wage. So, while the numbers look great on paper, many people feel left behind.” (Example<\/strong>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n You don’t have to be a native speaker to sound professional. You just need to be clear. At IMC English, I help you practice these exact frameworks in a safe, supportive environment<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Problem: Why it\u2019s hard to talk about the economy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The Solution: The Opinion\u2011Reason\u2011Example (ORE) Framework<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nStep-by-Step Lesson: Using the ORE Framework<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Step 1: State your Opinion<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Step 2: Give your Reason<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Step 3: Add a Concrete Example<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Practice Section: Discussing the Al Jazeera Data<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Scenario A: The Tech Dominance<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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\nReason:<\/strong> “This is because the semiconductor sector drives the GDP but doesn’t provide enough jobs for the general population.”
\nExample:<\/strong> “For instance, the industry employs only about 300,000 people, which is a tiny fraction of our 11 million total workforce.”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nScenario B: The Housing & Wage Gap<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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\nReason:<\/strong> “Because even though the market has doubled, the cost of living: especially housing: is rising much faster than wages.”
\nExample:<\/strong> “To give you an example, a recent survey showed that 40% of people feel anxious about their finances because they can’t afford to buy an apartment.”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n![\"Interactive](\"https:\/\/cdn.marblism.com\/bGbLYDcEGig.webp\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nModel Dialogue: Putting it All Together<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Your Turn: Speaking with Confidence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n