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How to compare short-term and long-term goals in English

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Mentor

Learner

1. 

   Learner

   Should I chase the promotion now, or build a broader skill base first?
2. 

   Mentor

   I would build a broader skill base first, then chase the promotion.
3. 

   Mentor

   Which goal matters more to you in two years: status or craft?
4. 

   Learner

   Craft matters more to me in two years than status.
5. 

   Learner

   Could a side project support the long-term goal without hurting the short one?
6. 

   Mentor

   Yes, a focused side project could support the long-term goal without hurting the short one.
7. 

   Mentor

   Would you rather measure progress monthly or quarterly?
8. 

   Learner

   I would rather measure progress monthly so I can adjust sooner.
9. 

   Learner

   Shall we keep one ambitious goal and one practical goal on paper?
10. 

    Mentor

    Yes, let's keep one ambitious goal and one practical goal on paper.