Sharing kitchen space - Test 3
C2 Proficiency · Listening Multiple Choice Interview · Cambridge English Proficiency 2, Cambridge University Press
You will hear a radio programme in which two people, Alison Kreel and David Walsh, who each run a food business, are discussing the premises they share. For questions 1–5, choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which fits best according to what you hear.
A radio programme with two people, Alison Kreel and David Walsh, discussing the premises they share for their food businesses.
Alison and David agree that the market for quality food products
is experiencing greater growth than ever.
is becoming increasingly sophisticated.
has a thirst for constant innovation.
can only thrive in particular locations.
David thinks the Siston building attracted funding easily because
it was considered the best way to start regenerating a run-down industrial area.
it was less risky than financing individual entrepreneurs.
it was thought it would give new food companies valuable support.
it was part of a drive to increase local employment opportunities.
They both agree the main benefit of using a shared kitchen space is cost savings and
being able to get advice from fellow entrepreneurs.
being able to share marketing opportunities.
having a supportive working environment.
having access to top-of-the-range equipment and facilities.
How has Alison's vision for her business changed since moving into the Siston building?
She has realised that she needs to expand her range of products.
She now sees that opening a shop and café would have been too risky.
She has decided she prefers the idea of selling to small local businesses.
She no longer thinks brand recognition is achievable.
What advice would Alison and David give to any aspiring entrepreneur?
Work out costs carefully.
Don't spend too much time planning.
Get some relevant work experience.
Don't waste time on low margin products.
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