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2006.09.01(Review of 2004.11.22 edition)
It's the last day of Berlitz WordMaster@Work's International Week of the Boss. And we're ending on a high note, everyone's favorite - a “Commonly Confused Words” edition!
DIRECT REPORT vs. REPORT DIRECTLY TO
直属の部下 vs. ～を直属の上司とする
- Your direct report is an employee whom you supervise.
If you report directly to someone, then that person is your supervisor. - direct report は、直属の部下、という意味です。
“report directly to + 人” は、誰かの指導・監督下にある、つまり、その人が直属の上司である、という意味になります。
- INTERVIEWER: In your opinion, what kind of feedback should a manager give his direct reports?
JOB APPLICANT: I think that it's important to give prompt, private, and precise feedback to your staff. - Company rules prohibit romantic relationships between a supervisor and his direct report.
- INTERVIEWER: At your previous company, did you report directly to the regional sales manager?
JOB APPLICANT: No. Actually, my immediate supervisor was the local sales manager. - This position reports directly to the president, so we're looking for an exceptional candidate with a proven track record in the field.
Oh Captain, my Captain! Our exciting week is done!