Passive Present Perfect

Conversation 1

Man: So, do you think our tax refunds have been deposited?
Woman: I hope so. I heard it was sent of the 15th.
Man: Yeah, I still haven't been paid for my last job, so I really need it.
Woman: Why haven't you been paid?
Man: The project I was working on has not been completed yet. No one gets paid until it's finished.
Woman: I am sorry to hear that. That must be frustrating.
Man: Yeah, it's really frustrating because all of my work has been completed, but I need the others to finish before I get paid.
Woman: Well, in the meantime, let's hope our tax refund is there.

Conversation 2

Man: How is everything looking with the conference?
Woman: Good, the hotel has been booked, and the invitations have been sent out.
Man: Have the speakers been confirmed yet?
Woman: Yes, all but one has confirmed.
Man: What about the caterer? Food is very important at an event like this.
Woman: A contract has been signed by a local restaurant to provide food, but the menu has not been decided on yet.
Man: Well, if I have my say, I recommend a buffet. Everyone loves that.
Woman: Noted sir. I will look into it.
Man: Great. Thanks for keeping me posted.

Conversation 3

Woman: Hey, where is everyone? I thought the meeting was at one.
Man: It is. The room has been changed. It is now in conference room 5.
Woman: I see. Has everyone been notified. I didn't get a message.
Man: No, it was changed at the last minute. I've been told to stay here and tell people as they come in.
Woman: OK, will I see you up there?
Man: Yes, I will be up shortly.
Woman: OK, see you soon.

Conversation 4

Man: Maria, welcome back. It's so nice to see you again.
Woman: Thanks. I was in the neighborhood, so I thought I would stop by and say hello to everyone.
Man: Well, sadly some of the people you used to work with have been let go.
Woman: Oh, that is too bad. I see that Katie is still here though. That is good to see.
Man: Yes, she's been transfered to HR.
Woman: Oh, that's good. What about Bob over there?
Man: Oh, Bob, yeah, he's done alright for himself. He's been promoted to VP of sales.
Woman: Well, it's good to see that some things have been for the better. Yes, we've been downsized a bit, but we're still going strong.