When a project goes sideways B1
Something's gone wrong, a problem's cropped up, and now you've got to sort it out before it all falls apart.
run into C1 — encounter difficultiesA: How's the renovation going?
B: We ran into some unexpected issues with the wiring, so it's taking longer than planned.
sort out B2 — solve a problemA: The internet isn't working again.
B: I'll call the company and try to sort it out.
mess up — make a mistakeA: Did you finish the report?
B: I tried, but I messed up the numbers and have to start over.
We've hit a snag
Dan: We've run into a problem with the supplier — they can't deliver till next week.
Sarah: Of course something's come up. Right, let's sort out a backup plan.
Dan: I'll look into other suppliers this afternoon.
Sarah: Good. Let's not let the whole thing fall apart over this.
Owning the mistake
Liam: I think I've messed up the invoice — the totals don't add up.
Nina: Don't panic. Everyone slips up now and then. Let's iron out the errors together.
Liam: Thanks. I'll put my hand up and ring the client to explain.
Nina: Good lad. They'll appreciate the honesty.
Finding a fix
Asha: The system keeps crashing. Have we got to the bottom of it yet?
Rob: Not really — but we've managed to get around the worst of it for now.
Asha: Fine, as long as we can deal with it properly next week.