This document provides preparation materials about employment, work and jobs. It includes common idioms used in workplace conversations as well as discussion questions about one's job. Examples of idioms included are "in the bad books", "above and beyond the call of duty", and "learn the ropes". The document also contains a listening exercise of a job interview and instructions to act it out with a partner. Various exercises are provided to improve reading skills for job advertisements.
Here are the comparisons of the letters:
0. I - uses everyday vocabulary like "isn't bad"
1. I - has a friendly, personal tone with phrases like "Please, let me know soon!"
2. F - has longer, more complex sentences
3. F - uses more advanced vocabulary like "hygiene"
4. I - uses colloquial language/expressions like "give me a ring"
5. F - has a polite, impersonal tone
6. F - uses passive voice in "a reference may be obtained"
7. I - uses contracted forms like "I'd be good"
8. I - uses phrasal verbs like "get in touch
Behavioral questions asked in finance interviewsaditya kashyap
This document contains advice for an interview candidate on how to prepare for and perform well in an interview. It includes suggestions such as:
- Focus on explaining your relevant experience and why you are a good fit for the role.
- Have examples ready that demonstrate your analytical skills and ability to solve problems.
- Be confident but not overconfident in your responses. Ask questions if you don't know the answer rather than guessing.
- Practice answering common interview questions out loud so you are comfortable speaking.
- Make sure your responses clearly relate back to the job description and why you want the specific role.
This document provides an English course on business communication skills. It covers various topics such as making introductions and small talk, describing companies and job roles, workplace conditions and benefits, and planning events and meetings. Vocabulary, expressions and activities are provided to help learners practice communicating in different business contexts in English.
The document provides exercises from a Market Leader textbook on describing people, companies, advertising, and markets. It includes multiple choice questions, short answer questions, and descriptions of people and companies. The exercises are designed to help students practice and learn English business vocabulary.
Here are the sentences completed with the verbs:
1. Many small businesses have ___________ during the pandemic. shut down
2. After travelling for a year, my friend finally ___________ home. came back
3. I want to ___________ my own restaurant one day. set up
4. The store was only meant to be open temporarily, so they ___________ last month. shut down
5. Many restaurants had to radically change their operations to ___________ during lockdown. set up
6. The business struggled for a long time before finally deciding to ___________. shut down
7. After graduating, I plan to ___________ to my hometown. come back
8. It took them 6
Challenge of working at ETS COMPAORE P. ABELedmond061
The document provides details about Edmond Tindwende Compaore's internship at ETS COMPAORE P. ABEL from July 20th to August 20th, 2012. During his internship, Edmond was assigned various tasks including administrative work, accounting, translating, and supervising warehouse operations. He gained valuable work experience, improved his skills in areas like sales and accounting, and contributed positively to the work environment. While the internship was a great learning experience overall, some observations were made about improving the structure of the internship program and addressing long work hours.
Integrated Business English for College Students in the Middle EastReam Odetallah
This document provides examples of activities from Units 1 and 5 of an integrated business English textbook for college students in the Middle East. The activities focus on vocabulary, listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. In Unit 1, examples cover vocabulary exercises identifying words with certain sounds, using vocabulary words in sentences, and editing a reading passage. Examples from Unit 5 include discussing mistakes in a job interview recording and identifying errors in a paragraph about two colleagues applying for the same job. The document also shares the contents and learning objectives of the two units.
The document discusses communication in businesses. It explains that communication between companies and employees has advanced with technology and now includes virtual means like email and social networks. It also provides examples of different types of communication channels used in businesses like print, face-to-face, electronic, and through company intranets. Finally, it gives exercises focusing on business vocabulary and communication styles.
Here are the comparisons of the letters:
0. I - uses everyday vocabulary like "isn't bad"
1. I - has a friendly, personal tone with phrases like "Please, let me know soon!"
2. F - has longer, more complex sentences
3. F - uses more advanced vocabulary like "hygiene"
4. I - uses colloquial language/expressions like "give me a ring"
5. F - has a polite, impersonal tone
6. F - uses passive voice in "a reference may be obtained"
7. I - uses contracted forms like "I'd be good"
8. I - uses phrasal verbs like "get in touch
Behavioral questions asked in finance interviewsaditya kashyap
This document contains advice for an interview candidate on how to prepare for and perform well in an interview. It includes suggestions such as:
- Focus on explaining your relevant experience and why you are a good fit for the role.
- Have examples ready that demonstrate your analytical skills and ability to solve problems.
- Be confident but not overconfident in your responses. Ask questions if you don't know the answer rather than guessing.
- Practice answering common interview questions out loud so you are comfortable speaking.
- Make sure your responses clearly relate back to the job description and why you want the specific role.
This document provides an English course on business communication skills. It covers various topics such as making introductions and small talk, describing companies and job roles, workplace conditions and benefits, and planning events and meetings. Vocabulary, expressions and activities are provided to help learners practice communicating in different business contexts in English.
The document provides exercises from a Market Leader textbook on describing people, companies, advertising, and markets. It includes multiple choice questions, short answer questions, and descriptions of people and companies. The exercises are designed to help students practice and learn English business vocabulary.
Here are the sentences completed with the verbs:
1. Many small businesses have ___________ during the pandemic. shut down
2. After travelling for a year, my friend finally ___________ home. came back
3. I want to ___________ my own restaurant one day. set up
4. The store was only meant to be open temporarily, so they ___________ last month. shut down
5. Many restaurants had to radically change their operations to ___________ during lockdown. set up
6. The business struggled for a long time before finally deciding to ___________. shut down
7. After graduating, I plan to ___________ to my hometown. come back
8. It took them 6
Challenge of working at ETS COMPAORE P. ABELedmond061
The document provides details about Edmond Tindwende Compaore's internship at ETS COMPAORE P. ABEL from July 20th to August 20th, 2012. During his internship, Edmond was assigned various tasks including administrative work, accounting, translating, and supervising warehouse operations. He gained valuable work experience, improved his skills in areas like sales and accounting, and contributed positively to the work environment. While the internship was a great learning experience overall, some observations were made about improving the structure of the internship program and addressing long work hours.
Integrated Business English for College Students in the Middle EastReam Odetallah
This document provides examples of activities from Units 1 and 5 of an integrated business English textbook for college students in the Middle East. The activities focus on vocabulary, listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. In Unit 1, examples cover vocabulary exercises identifying words with certain sounds, using vocabulary words in sentences, and editing a reading passage. Examples from Unit 5 include discussing mistakes in a job interview recording and identifying errors in a paragraph about two colleagues applying for the same job. The document also shares the contents and learning objectives of the two units.
The document discusses communication in businesses. It explains that communication between companies and employees has advanced with technology and now includes virtual means like email and social networks. It also provides examples of different types of communication channels used in businesses like print, face-to-face, electronic, and through company intranets. Finally, it gives exercises focusing on business vocabulary and communication styles.
The document discusses communication in business and culture. It provides exercises on business vocabulary related to communication methods, challenges communicating across cultures, and the use of professional networking sites like LinkedIn. Specific topics covered include how punctuality and planning are differently viewed in Chinese and Brazilian business culture, leading to potential misunderstandings. The importance of understanding cultural differences when conducting international business is emphasized.
This document provides guidance on developing a résumé, cover letter, and following up after a job interview. It emphasizes keeping the résumé concise and focused on relevant skills and accomplishments. Cover letters should be tailored to a specific job and company. Following up with a thank you letter after an interview is important. The document also lists common mistakes like including inappropriate personal details or coming to an interview poorly dressed or groomed.
The document provides guidance for students preparing for and participating in a work placement experience abroad. It discusses what skills and qualifications companies prefer in interns, how to prepare a training project and work placement agreement contract, proper workplace etiquette and policies, and good habits to develop such as taking notes, repeating instructions, and asking questions. The goal is to help students get the most from their international work experience.
Mr. Kato has had an interesting career. He studied at Oxford University from 1997 to 2000, then worked in Hong Kong for three years before moving to Japan in January 2004. He has now lived in Japan for over eight years. During his career, Mr. Kato has done different jobs, including selling computer software in Hong Kong and teaching English for his first year in Japan. Since then, he has run his own successful training company. Mr. Kato has been very busy recently.
The document provides tips for revising business messages to improve readability and conciseness. It recommends:
1. Removing flabby expressions, unnecessary words, and redundant phrases.
2. Using active verbs and avoiding "there is" and "it is" fillers.
3. Organizing information using headings, lists, and parallel structure.
The document provides examples of responses to common interview questions in both English and Korean. For the question "Tell me about yourself", it suggests focusing on relevant details like education, experience, strengths, and goals rather than personal details. For "What are your strengths and weaknesses?", it advises emphasizing strengths and softening or offering solutions for weaknesses. The examples show how to highlight relevant qualifications for the role while maintaining a positive tone.
The document provides guidance on developing professional social skills needed for workplace or college success. It covers proper greetings, handshakes, phone and email etiquette. It also discusses appropriate workplace attire, personal hygiene and conduct including time management, maintaining separation between work and personal life, etiquette in shared spaces, and working respectfully with others. The overall message is that demonstrating maturity, responsibility and respect through social skills, communication and conduct is important for being a "whole student" prepared for the next steps in life.
The document provides tips and guidance for completing job applications successfully. It advises bringing the necessary supplies like pens and copies of resumes. Applications should be filled out carefully and completely, leaving no blanks, and honesty is important. References are people who can recommend an applicant based on their work experience, skills and performance. The document also outlines what information to include in different sections of applications like work history, education and reasons for leaving previous jobs.
Business English Intermediate Level Lesson 2Briana Songer
Here is a draft reference letter for your colleague:
[Date]
[Your Name]
[Your Title]
[Company Name]
[Address]
Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing this letter of recommendation for [Colleague's Name], who has worked as an [job title] at [Company Name] for the past [number of] years. I have had the pleasure of directly supervising [Colleague's Name] during this time.
[Colleague's Name] has proven to be an invaluable member of our team. [He/She] consistently demonstrates strong [relevant skills] and a keen ability to multi-task and prioritize workload. [Colleague's Name
This document provides guidance on writing effective application letters. It discusses including a short opening paragraph to gain attention, highlighting relevant accomplishments and qualifications in the middle section to convince the employer you are a good fit, and including a call to action in the closing paragraph to promote next steps like an interview. Key tips include researching the company, tailoring the letter to a specific position when possible, keeping the letter to 1-1.5 pages, and including contact information in the closing for the employer to schedule an interview.
This document provides guidance on creating job application materials, including a resume, cover letter, and application form. It outlines the key components of each document, such as personal information, education history, work experience, skills, and references. Tips are provided on writing concisely, using action verbs to describe experiences, and focusing the cover letter on matching qualifications to the job. Students are assigned to create a full application package tailored for a job at a local employer of their choice.
Ch 04 revising and proofreading business messagesPrime University
The document discusses revising and proofreading business messages. It provides tips for creating concise business documents, including avoiding wordy phrases, unnecessary words, and outdated or informal terms. Effective revision involves editing for content, structure, word choice, and mechanics. Thorough proofreading is important to catch any errors.
Here is a draft CV for you to review and refine:
[APPLICANT'S NAME]
Personal Details:
[Your address, phone number, email]
Career Objective:
[Brief statement about the type of job you are seeking]
Academic Qualifications:
[List qualifications in reverse chronological order, including school/college name, dates attended, subjects studied, grades/results]
Work Experience:
[List jobs in reverse chronological order, including employer name, dates of employment, job title, main duties and responsibilities, achievements]
Key Skills:
[List your relevant skills, e.g. communication, organization, computer, language etc.]
This document provides an outline for creating an effective resume with sections for contact information, a summary statement, accomplishments, skills, employment history, education, affiliations, and tips to avoid common resume mistakes. The summary section should be no more than 4 lines highlighting the most relevant strengths and competencies. The accomplishments section focuses on quantifiable achievements that benefited previous employers. Transferable skills should match those required by prospective employers. Employment history, education, and affiliations are also included.
The document provides guidance on preparing for traditional job interview questions by reviewing common questions, researching the company, and compiling responses highlighting one's skills and fit for the role. It also lists some tough interview questions and advises considering an appropriate response based on one's background and the company culture.
Chapter 2 Business Communications : Writing for Business AudiencesKhairee Kaery Sahil
The document discusses improving business writing skills. It recommends that business writing be audience-oriented, purposeful, and concise. It outlines the writing process as involving prewriting, writing, and revising stages. It discusses factors to consider when selecting a communication channel, such as importance, feedback needs, cost, and formality. It provides tips for using inclusive, positive, and conversational language to improve tone. Technology can help with tasks like outlining, fact-checking, and designing professional documents.
This document discusses revising and proofreading business messages to improve conciseness. It provides tips for eliminating wordiness including reducing wordy phrases and outdated expressions. Examples show revising sentences by using more precise verbs and vivid adjectives. The document also discusses proofreading techniques such as using proofreading marks and having others check work.
The document provides guidance on applying for a job, including writing a CV or resume, cover letter, and preparing for an interview. It outlines the key steps as writing a CV or resume highlighting your strengths, education, work history and skills. A cover letter should reference the job posting and express your interest and qualifications. The interview is most important, so arrive early, maintain eye contact, think about answers, be polite and dress appropriately. Proper preparation and presentation are essential to making a strong impression.
Communication for employment: Writing the application letter and resumeJovy Elimanao - Mihm
This document provides guidance on writing an application letter and resume for marine graduates seeking employment. It discusses the key components of an application letter, including the heading, inside address, salutation, body paragraphs, complimentary close, and signature. It also outlines the basic parts of a resume such as the heading, personal data, career objective, employment background, skills, education, awards, and other qualifications. The document emphasizes keeping the letter and resume concise while highlighting relevant qualifications and experience.
This document provides tips on how to prepare for a job interview and answers to common interview questions. It recommends researching the company, practicing answering typical questions, dressing professionally, being polite and courteous. Sample answers are given for questions like "Tell me about yourself", "What are your strengths?", and "Why should we hire you?". The tips encourage showing enthusiasm, highlighting relevant skills and experience, and ensuring answers align with the job requirements.
Attending a job Interview for B1 and B2 Englsih learnersErika906060
It is a sample of an interview for a business english class for pre-intermediate and intermediate english students with emphasis on the speking ability.
The document discusses communication in business and culture. It provides exercises on business vocabulary related to communication methods, challenges communicating across cultures, and the use of professional networking sites like LinkedIn. Specific topics covered include how punctuality and planning are differently viewed in Chinese and Brazilian business culture, leading to potential misunderstandings. The importance of understanding cultural differences when conducting international business is emphasized.
This document provides guidance on developing a résumé, cover letter, and following up after a job interview. It emphasizes keeping the résumé concise and focused on relevant skills and accomplishments. Cover letters should be tailored to a specific job and company. Following up with a thank you letter after an interview is important. The document also lists common mistakes like including inappropriate personal details or coming to an interview poorly dressed or groomed.
The document provides guidance for students preparing for and participating in a work placement experience abroad. It discusses what skills and qualifications companies prefer in interns, how to prepare a training project and work placement agreement contract, proper workplace etiquette and policies, and good habits to develop such as taking notes, repeating instructions, and asking questions. The goal is to help students get the most from their international work experience.
Mr. Kato has had an interesting career. He studied at Oxford University from 1997 to 2000, then worked in Hong Kong for three years before moving to Japan in January 2004. He has now lived in Japan for over eight years. During his career, Mr. Kato has done different jobs, including selling computer software in Hong Kong and teaching English for his first year in Japan. Since then, he has run his own successful training company. Mr. Kato has been very busy recently.
The document provides tips for revising business messages to improve readability and conciseness. It recommends:
1. Removing flabby expressions, unnecessary words, and redundant phrases.
2. Using active verbs and avoiding "there is" and "it is" fillers.
3. Organizing information using headings, lists, and parallel structure.
The document provides examples of responses to common interview questions in both English and Korean. For the question "Tell me about yourself", it suggests focusing on relevant details like education, experience, strengths, and goals rather than personal details. For "What are your strengths and weaknesses?", it advises emphasizing strengths and softening or offering solutions for weaknesses. The examples show how to highlight relevant qualifications for the role while maintaining a positive tone.
The document provides guidance on developing professional social skills needed for workplace or college success. It covers proper greetings, handshakes, phone and email etiquette. It also discusses appropriate workplace attire, personal hygiene and conduct including time management, maintaining separation between work and personal life, etiquette in shared spaces, and working respectfully with others. The overall message is that demonstrating maturity, responsibility and respect through social skills, communication and conduct is important for being a "whole student" prepared for the next steps in life.
The document provides tips and guidance for completing job applications successfully. It advises bringing the necessary supplies like pens and copies of resumes. Applications should be filled out carefully and completely, leaving no blanks, and honesty is important. References are people who can recommend an applicant based on their work experience, skills and performance. The document also outlines what information to include in different sections of applications like work history, education and reasons for leaving previous jobs.
Business English Intermediate Level Lesson 2Briana Songer
Here is a draft reference letter for your colleague:
[Date]
[Your Name]
[Your Title]
[Company Name]
[Address]
Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing this letter of recommendation for [Colleague's Name], who has worked as an [job title] at [Company Name] for the past [number of] years. I have had the pleasure of directly supervising [Colleague's Name] during this time.
[Colleague's Name] has proven to be an invaluable member of our team. [He/She] consistently demonstrates strong [relevant skills] and a keen ability to multi-task and prioritize workload. [Colleague's Name
This document provides guidance on writing effective application letters. It discusses including a short opening paragraph to gain attention, highlighting relevant accomplishments and qualifications in the middle section to convince the employer you are a good fit, and including a call to action in the closing paragraph to promote next steps like an interview. Key tips include researching the company, tailoring the letter to a specific position when possible, keeping the letter to 1-1.5 pages, and including contact information in the closing for the employer to schedule an interview.
This document provides guidance on creating job application materials, including a resume, cover letter, and application form. It outlines the key components of each document, such as personal information, education history, work experience, skills, and references. Tips are provided on writing concisely, using action verbs to describe experiences, and focusing the cover letter on matching qualifications to the job. Students are assigned to create a full application package tailored for a job at a local employer of their choice.
Ch 04 revising and proofreading business messagesPrime University
The document discusses revising and proofreading business messages. It provides tips for creating concise business documents, including avoiding wordy phrases, unnecessary words, and outdated or informal terms. Effective revision involves editing for content, structure, word choice, and mechanics. Thorough proofreading is important to catch any errors.
Here is a draft CV for you to review and refine:
[APPLICANT'S NAME]
Personal Details:
[Your address, phone number, email]
Career Objective:
[Brief statement about the type of job you are seeking]
Academic Qualifications:
[List qualifications in reverse chronological order, including school/college name, dates attended, subjects studied, grades/results]
Work Experience:
[List jobs in reverse chronological order, including employer name, dates of employment, job title, main duties and responsibilities, achievements]
Key Skills:
[List your relevant skills, e.g. communication, organization, computer, language etc.]
This document provides an outline for creating an effective resume with sections for contact information, a summary statement, accomplishments, skills, employment history, education, affiliations, and tips to avoid common resume mistakes. The summary section should be no more than 4 lines highlighting the most relevant strengths and competencies. The accomplishments section focuses on quantifiable achievements that benefited previous employers. Transferable skills should match those required by prospective employers. Employment history, education, and affiliations are also included.
The document provides guidance on preparing for traditional job interview questions by reviewing common questions, researching the company, and compiling responses highlighting one's skills and fit for the role. It also lists some tough interview questions and advises considering an appropriate response based on one's background and the company culture.
Chapter 2 Business Communications : Writing for Business AudiencesKhairee Kaery Sahil
The document discusses improving business writing skills. It recommends that business writing be audience-oriented, purposeful, and concise. It outlines the writing process as involving prewriting, writing, and revising stages. It discusses factors to consider when selecting a communication channel, such as importance, feedback needs, cost, and formality. It provides tips for using inclusive, positive, and conversational language to improve tone. Technology can help with tasks like outlining, fact-checking, and designing professional documents.
This document discusses revising and proofreading business messages to improve conciseness. It provides tips for eliminating wordiness including reducing wordy phrases and outdated expressions. Examples show revising sentences by using more precise verbs and vivid adjectives. The document also discusses proofreading techniques such as using proofreading marks and having others check work.
The document provides guidance on applying for a job, including writing a CV or resume, cover letter, and preparing for an interview. It outlines the key steps as writing a CV or resume highlighting your strengths, education, work history and skills. A cover letter should reference the job posting and express your interest and qualifications. The interview is most important, so arrive early, maintain eye contact, think about answers, be polite and dress appropriately. Proper preparation and presentation are essential to making a strong impression.
Communication for employment: Writing the application letter and resumeJovy Elimanao - Mihm
This document provides guidance on writing an application letter and resume for marine graduates seeking employment. It discusses the key components of an application letter, including the heading, inside address, salutation, body paragraphs, complimentary close, and signature. It also outlines the basic parts of a resume such as the heading, personal data, career objective, employment background, skills, education, awards, and other qualifications. The document emphasizes keeping the letter and resume concise while highlighting relevant qualifications and experience.
This document provides tips on how to prepare for a job interview and answers to common interview questions. It recommends researching the company, practicing answering typical questions, dressing professionally, being polite and courteous. Sample answers are given for questions like "Tell me about yourself", "What are your strengths?", and "Why should we hire you?". The tips encourage showing enthusiasm, highlighting relevant skills and experience, and ensuring answers align with the job requirements.
Attending a job Interview for B1 and B2 Englsih learnersErika906060
It is a sample of an interview for a business english class for pre-intermediate and intermediate english students with emphasis on the speking ability.
[DOCUMENT]:
This document provides vocabulary exercises to practice workplace-related terms. It contains two vocabulary sets with definitions and examples to choose the correct word. Set 1 has students circle underlined words to complete sentences. Set 2 has students match definitions to words and choose the accurate word for pairs based on dictionary definitions. The key is provided to check answers. [The document aims to build vocabulary for workplace contexts through multiple choice and matching exercises around terms like career, application, requirement, boss, and corporation.]
A DIFFERENT WAY TO TEACH WRITING (in 10 easy steps).
Asked whether they would rather have a tooth pulled out without anaesthetic or write an essay, I am sure most students would opt for the former. :-) This is partly because the writing we do in class is ‘display writing’, but partly also because writing feels such a big thing. So here is an alternative: instead of asking students to write the whole text from scratch, why not give them something another student has already written and simply ask them to improve it?
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This document provides information about office spaces and preparing for the Cambridge English Advanced exam. It includes descriptions of different types of office environments and instructions for matching questions to parts of texts in Reading Part 4. It also outlines the time given and types of questions in the Listening exam and provides sample questions, answers and photos to match. Finally, it discusses the Speaking exam and encourages students to give opinions, react to others, and speak in a formal style.
Effective communication involves clearly conveying messages to others and receiving information with minimal distortion so that both parties understand the same information. Communication barriers can lead to ineffective communication and confusion. Some barriers include a lack of clarity, improper channel selection, misunderstandings during decoding, and a lack of feedback. To communicate effectively, one must remove these barriers by encoding messages clearly, selecting the right channel, ensuring the message is understood during decoding, and providing feedback. Listening is also an important part of communication, but people typically only remember 25% of what they hear. Active listening helps improve understanding and avoid conflicts. Effective communication skills are important for career success as they influence productivity, relationships, and the ability to persuade and negotiate.
How to Prepare for the Specialist Interview at Apple?Coursetake
Learn more - http://bit.do/apple-specialist
Apple Specialist Interview Preparation
Ace the Specialist Interview at Apple following one step at a time.
Summary
Apple Specialist Interview Preparation is a comprehensive course to help you ace the coveted job of a Specialist at Apple.
Learn in a step by step manner how to ace this interview at Apple.
The approach of this course is to first teach you a chapter and then give you some homework to complete.
This course consists of slides and worksheets, that you can download and combines both theory and practice to help you succeed and get you your dream job.
Prerequisites
None. Everything will be covered in detail.
Target Student
1. Candidates preparing for the Apple Specialist Interview.
2. Students who are interested in learning more about the Apple Specialist interview process.
What will you learn?
1. Ace the Specialist Interview at Apple.
2. Learn in a Step by Step Teaching method how to prepare for the Apple Specialist Interview.
The document provides guidance on effective resume writing. It emphasizes that a resume should be concise and highlight relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. It recommends including sections for contact information, career objective, education, technical skills, projects or internships, and achievements. The document also identifies common mistakes to avoid and important do's and don'ts for body language during interviews. Key resume keywords should showcase competencies and fit for the specific job. Overall, the document outlines best practices for constructing an impactful resume and preparing for job interviews.
This document provides guidance on common questions asked in job interviews and suggests effective ways to answer them. Some of the key questions covered include discussing strengths and weaknesses, accomplishments, interests, short and long-term goals, job preferences, and reasons why the employer should hire the candidate. The document offers examples of positive responses that highlight the applicant's qualifications and fit for the role.
This document provides information and examples about using conditionals in English. It discusses the first conditional, which describes likely future events, and provides examples like "If you study, you will pass the exam." It also explains that modal verbs like "may", "might", "can", "must", and "should" can be used instead of "will" in the main clause. Additionally, it covers using conditionals with time words like "when", "as soon as", "before", and "after". The document concludes with exercises for students to practice using conditionals correctly.
Here are the key points from the reading:
- The article provides 10 tips from Ajilon Finance for improving your career. These include setting priorities and goals, learning new skills, socializing with colleagues, taking on challenges, asking for promotions if deserved, taking time off to relax, and seeking job satisfaction.
- Following this advice can help increase opportunities for earning more money, getting promoted sooner, and advancing faster in your career, according to the president of Ajilon Finance.
- The tips focus on both personal factors like setting goals and priorities, as well as workplace factors like learning new skills, socializing, and taking on challenges. Regularly evaluating progress and staying focused is emphasized.
Luisa is finishing her studies and needs to decide on her first job. The instructor will guide Luisa through various activities to help her understand the job market and find the right path to success. These activities include matching jobs to descriptions, discussing unusual occupations, creating a chart comparing typical and unusual jobs, inventing imaginary jobs, and learning about the importance of money and banking. Luisa will also receive tips on applying for jobs, including how to create a strong curriculum vitae and interview successfully. The goal is for Luisa to leave with greater clarity about her professional options and skills.
This document provides information to help readers considering changing careers. It discusses common reasons people change careers, such as being unhappy with their current job or wanting to pursue a passion. It also outlines potential mistakes to avoid, such as lacking a plan or changing solely for money. The document encourages readers to thoroughly research options and do a SWOT analysis to better understand their skills, values, and interests to find the best career fit.
This document provides an overview of a unit from an English language learning textbook. It includes:
1) An introduction to the unit titled "Getting What You Want" which discusses setting goals and dreams.
2) A reading passage about a conversation between two colleagues, Bob and his manager, where Bob requests additional holiday days due to being overworked on an behind-schedule project.
3) Various exercises for students to practice new vocabulary words like assertive, compromise, and defensive in the context of work-related scenarios.
This document provides guidance on preparing for and answering common job interview questions. It begins by advising job seekers to research standard interview questions and sample answers in order to reduce stress and feel prepared. Candidates should also research the hiring company so they can knowledgeably answer company-specific questions. The document then lists typical interview questions organized in categories: work history, questions about the candidate's background and work style, questions about the candidate's fit and interest in the new role/company, future goals questions, and situations that may arise before, during or after an interview. It provides advice on handling challenging interview scenarios as well.
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The document provides 125 questions that are commonly asked during job interviews in English and suggested responses. It covers basic interview questions about experience and goals, school and work-related questions, questions about working with others, and miscellaneous questions. For each question, the document offers sample short and long answers highlighting important points like clearly communicating relevant experience and interests while maintaining a positive tone. The goal is to help job seekers prepare for interviews by considering effective responses to common questions.
Mike Veeck runs minor league baseball teams and employs a "fun is good" philosophy where he prioritizes creating an enjoyable experience for fans through promotions and giveaways. This approach has transformed money-losing teams into a thriving $25 million business. The book discusses how injecting fun, creativity, and passion is essential for business success. It provides lessons on maintaining a positive attitude, following your passion, blurring hierarchies between management and employees, embracing failure and change, and putting customers first to keep work enjoyable. The goal is to think like a child to retain creativity as adults and make "every day opening day" through constant evolution.
Good afternoon, how can I help you?
Student: Hi, my name is Maria Lopez. I need a copy of my
academic record.
Assistant: Okay, let me check your file. Do you have your ID
with you?
Student: Yes, here it is.
Assistant: Great. Let me print out your transcript. It will take a
few minutes. While I'm printing it, can I get some
basic information from you to fill out this form?
Student: Sure, what do you need?
Assistant: I need your full name, date of birth, student ID
number, current address and phone number.
Student: Here are the details...
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Good afternoon, how can I help you?
Student: Hi, my name is Maria Lopez. I need a copy of my
academic record.
Assistant: Okay, let me check your file. Do you have your ID
with you?
Student: Yes, here it is.
Assistant: Great. Let me print out your transcript. It will take a
few minutes. While I'm printing it, can I get some
information from you to fill out this form?
Student: Sure, what do you need?
Assistant: I need your full name, student ID number, current
address, phone number, email address and the
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ACTIVATING
Choose an activity
ACTIVATING BACKGROUND
KNOWLEDGE ACTIVATING LANGUAGE
MAIN
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TAB 5
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MAIN ACTIVATING
BACKGROUND
KNOWLEDGE
Exercise 1. Listen to the song “She's not just
a pretty face" and fill in the gaps accordingly
Http://www.Englishexercises.Org/makeaga
me/viewgame.Asp?Id=3292
Exercise 1 Exercise 2
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Exercise 2. Work can be a source of
pride, pleasure and success.
Unfortunately, it can also be seen as a
chore, repetitious, boring and rather
unfulfilling. Of course, for most,
employment lies somewhere in between.
It's something we have to do - even want
to do - but, sometimes, we wish we could
have more free time, or be able to
dedicate less time to work and more time
for family and friends and having a good
time.
As such, work is one of the central
themes in everyone's life .
MMAAIINN
Exercise 1
Exercise 2
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Read “Deep Ideas about Work”:
“Choose a job you love, and you will never have to
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work a day in your life” Confucius
“If you're not willing to work hard, let someone
else do it. I'd rather be with someone who does a
horrible job, but gives 110% than with someone
who does a good job and gives 60%” Will Smith
Evaluate each quote using these questions.
1. Does the quote take a positive or negative
outlook on work? How?
2. Does the quote seem to suggest an alternate to
work?
3. Does the quote provide a 'key' to happiness at
work? If yes, what seems to be the key?
4. Does the quote caution you about something
concerning work?
5. Which quote best reflects your own philosophy
about work?
MAIN
Back to ACTIVATING
Exercise 1
Exercise 2
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ACTIVATING LANGUAGE
JOB * - DO (FOR A LIVING) * - OCCUPATION * - POST
/ POSITION * - BUSINESS * - CAREER* – TRADE* -
PROFESSION * - WORK* - LINE* - VOCATION *
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MAIN
Exercise 1. Read the words and make sure
you understand the difference between
them.
*Consult the dictionary
Exercise 1
Exercise 2
Exercise 3 Exercise 4
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MAINTAB Back to exercise 1
JOB
Your job is what you do to earn your living.
You'll never get a job if you don't have any qualifications. She'd like to change her
job but can't find anything better.
Your job is also the particular type of work that you do.
John's new job sounds really interesting. I know she works for the BBC but I'm not
sure what job she does.
A job may be full-time or part-time (NOT half-time or half-day).
All she could get was a part-time job at a petrol station.
DO (for a living)
When you want to know about the type of work that someone does, the usual
questions are What do you do? What does she do for a living? etc.
What does your father do? - He's a police inspector.
OCCUPATION
Occupation and job have similar meanings. However, occupation is far less
common than job and is used mainly in formal and official styles.
Please give brief details of your employment history and present occupation.
People in manual occupations seem to suffer less from stress.
POST/ POSITION
The particular job that you have in a company or organisation is your post or
position.
She's been appointed to the post of deputy principal. He's applied for the position
of sales manager.
Post and position are used mainly in formal styles and often refer to jobs which
have a lot of responsibility.
BUSINESS
The general area of work that you are involved in.
What business are you in? - Antiques, mostly. In our business the first rule is that
the customer is always right.
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MAINTAB CAREER
Your career is your working life, or the series of jobs that you have during your working
life.
The scandal brought his career in politics to a sudden end. Later on in his career, he
became first secretary at the British Embassy in Washington.
Your career is also the particular kind of work for which you are trained and that you
intend to do for a long time.
I wanted to find out more about careers in publishing.
TRADE
A trade is a type of work in which you do or make things with your hands.
Most of the men worked in skilled trades such as carpentry or printing. My grandfather
was a bricklayer by trade.
PROFESSION
A profession is a type of work such as medicine, teaching, or law which requires a high
level of training or education.
Until recently, medicine has been a male-dominated profession. She entered the teaching
profession in 1987.
WORK
A job you are paid to do or activity that you do regularly.
My father started work when he was 14. There isn't a lot of work at this time of the year.
LINE
The kind of work someone does.
What line of business is he in? He is in the building / retail, etc. line.
The type of thing that someone is interested in or good at.
I'm afraid cookery isn't really in my line.
VOCATION
A job that you do because you have a very strong feeling that doing this job is the
purpose of your life. Teaching isn't just a job - it's a vocation.
Back to exercise 1
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Exercise 2. Complete each sentence by using
a word from the box. The words can be used
more than once.
business job living work profession vocation
trade career occupation line post / position
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MAIN
1. Please state your age, address, and ___in the
space below.
2. Mark makes his___ working as a journalist.
3. There are a lot more women in the legal___.
4. He was offered the___of ambassador in China.
5. The scandal destroyed his___ in publishing.
6. As a teacher she feels she has finally found
her___.
7. The cost of___has risen greatly over the recent
years.
8. I can't come out tonight. I've got too much___to
do.
Exercise 1 Exercise 3 Exercise 4
Exercise 2
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business job living work profession vocation
trade career occupation line post / position
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MAIN
9. Stop interfering! This is none of your___.
10. Kate has a very good___in an international
company.
11. I wish I had your___- it sounds really
interesting
12. I didn't realize we were in the same___of
business.
13. Most of the men worked in skilled___such as
carpentry or printing.
14. There are still too many people without___.
15. They worked very hard and now they have
their own___.
Exercise 1 Exercise 3 Exercise 4
Exercise 2
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Exercise 3. Arrange the following words in the
appropriate groups. Compare job
requirements in Belarus and the USA/Great
Britain
lawyer dentist hairdresser mechanic
architect priest farmer vet
librarian physiotherapist child-minder police officer
refuse
collector
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accountant scientist chef
firefighter civil servant tailor/dressmaker designer
builder carpenter plumber electrician
cleaner engineer
Jobs that require
considerable training
and 1 or qualification
Trades (skilled
manual jobs)
requiring on-the-job
and other training
Unskilled jobs
Belarus
Great
Britain/ the
USA
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Exercise 3
Exercise 4
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MAIN Exercise 4. Sam wants a summer job. Will he get
the job in the café? Watch the video to find out
http://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/gra
mmar-vocabulary/phrasal-verb-videos/job
Check your understanding: Multiple choice
Practise your phrasal verbs: Gap fill - in context
Practise your phrasal verbs: Multiple choice – meanings
Practise your phrasal verbs: Gap fill - using the verbs
Worksheets and downloads-
Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Exercise 3 Exercise 4
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Exercise 1. Look at the job adverts and do
the exercises to practice and improve your
reading skills
http://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/
skills/reading-skills-practice/finding-job
Check your understanding: multiple choice
Check your understanding: true or false
Worksheets and downloads
MAIN Exercise 2
Exercise 1
Exercise 3 Exercise 4
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Exercise 2. Read the following job
advertisements:
1. Needed: Full time secretary position
available. Applicants should have at least 2
years experience and be able to type 60
words a minute. No computer skills
required. Apply in person at United
Business Ltd., 17 Browning Street.
2. Are you looking for a part time job? We
require 3 part time shop assistants to work
during the evening. No experience
required, applicants should between 18 and
26. Call 366 - 76564 for more information.
3. Computer trained secretaries: Do you
have experience working with computers?
Would you like a full time position working
in an exciting new company? If your answer
is yes, give us a call at 565-987-7832.
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Exercise 1 Exercise 3 Exercise 4
Exercise 2
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4. Teacher Needed: Tommy's Kindergarten
needs 2 teacher/trainers to help with classes
from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Applicants should have
appropriate licenses. For more information
visit Tommy's Kindergarten in Leicester Square
No. 56.
5. Part Time work available: We are looking for
retired adults who would like to work part time
at the weekend. Responsibilities include
answering the telephone and giving
customer's information. For more information
contact us by calling 897-980-7654.
6. University positions open: The University of
Cumberland is looking for 4 teaching assistants
to help with homework correction. Applicants
should have a degree in one of the following:
Political Science, Religion, Economics or
History. Please contact the University of
Cumberland for more information.
MAIN
Exercise 1 Exercise 3 Exercise 4
Exercise 2
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Comprehension Questions
Which position is best for these people?
Choose ONLY ONE position for each person.
Jane Madison. Jane recently retired and is
looking for a part time position. She would like
to work with people and enjoys public relation
work.
The best job for Jane is _____
Jack Anderson. Jack graduated from the
University of Trent with a degree in Economics
two years ago. He would like an academic
position. The best job for Jack is _____
Margaret Lillian. Margaret is 21 years old and
would like a part time position to help her pay
her university expenses. She can only work in
the evenings. The best job for Margaret is
_____
MAIN
Exercise 1 Exercise 3 Exercise 4
Exercise 2
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Alice Fingelhamm. Alice was trained as a
secretary and has six years of experience. She
is an excellent typist but does not know how to
use a computer. She is looking for a full time
position. The best job for Alice is _____
Peter Florian. Peter went to business school
and studied computer and secretarial skills. He
is looking for his first job and would like a full
time position. The best job for Peter is _____
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Vincent san George. Vincent loves working
with children and has an education license
from the city of Birmingham. He would like to
work with young children. The best job for
Vincent is _____
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Exercise 1 Exercise 3 Exercise 4
Exercise 2
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Exercise 3 a. This is the preparation material
about employment, work and jobs. It contains
common idioms you might use in the workplace
with your future boss or with your
future colleagues. It also includes conversation
questions relating to one’s job such as what a
typical work day is like, what your positions is,
what the company you work for is like, whether
you enjoy our job and more.
Download discussion about jobs
(http://www.englishwithjo.com/wp-content/
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uploads/2011/03/751-Tim-
WorkOptions.mp3)
Read a transcript of the discussion
Exercise 3 b. Idioms and other expressions used
for talking about work.
MAIN Exercise 1 Exercise 2
Exercise 3
Exercise 4
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Idioms we might use when talking about jobs
In the bad books – If you are in someone’s bad
books, they are angry with you. Likewise, if you
are in their good books, they are pleased with
you.
Above and beyond the call of duty – to show a
greater degree of courage or effort than is
usually required or expected in their job.
I’m in two minds about what to do – If you are
in two minds about something, you can’t
decide what to do. “I’m in two minds about
what to do with John. On the one hand, he is
very good at his job but on the other hand, he
has a very bad manner.
To crack the whip – to make someone work
harder by pushing them to make more effort
and by being strict.
Call it quits – When people temporarily stop
doing something or put an end to an activity.
Learn the ropes – to learn how to do a job
properly.
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MAIN Exercise 1 Exercise 2
Exercise 3
Exercise 4
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Questions about the audio
discussion
1. Do you agree with Jeff that people who
wear uniforms get more respect?
2. Do you prefer flexible work hours like Jeff
or do you prefer to have an arranged start
and finish time?
3. What are the advantages and
disadvantages of having flexible hours?
MAIN Exercise 1 Exercise 2
Exercise 3
Exercise 4
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Exercise 4. Open this link and listen a few
times to the job interview
http://esl.about.com/library/media/audio/
job_interview.mp3. If you have difficulties
understanding, go to
http://esl.about.com/od/jobinterviewing/a
/Job-Interviewing-Listening-
Comprehension_2.htm to see a
transcription of the job interview.
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Act out the dialogue with your partner.
MAIN Exercise 1 Exercise 2 Exercise 3 Exercise 4
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OUTPUT
Choose an
activity
SPEAKING WRITING
MAIN
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Conversation questions
about work and jobs
1. What is a typical day at your work like?
2. What is the most difficult thing about your job?
3. What are the things you like the most about your
job?
4. What are the things you like the least?
5. Do you have to work long hours? Do you ever
work overtime?
6. How do you motivate your team members?
7. Do you get on well with your boss?
8. What are the people like that you work with? Is
there anyone you don’t get on with?
9. What skills do you need to do your job?
10. Do you stay in the office all day or do you go out
and about?
11. Is it very competitive in your company?
12. Has the recession and global economic situation
affected your business?
13. Do you have the opportunity to travel abroad with
your company? Or get an international transfer?
MAIN
SPEAKING WRITING
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14. Would you like a job that involved a lot of travel?
Why or why not?
15. How long do you plan to work for your company?
16. What is the best thing about your company? Do
you think your company is well run?
17. Does your company look after its staff well?
18. Do you have any programs like employee of the
month of employee of the year?
19. What are your career plans for the future?
20. Where did you work before this job?
21. Would you ever like to have your own business or
do you prefer working for a big company?
22. What influenced your choice of job? (Why did you
choose your job?)
23. Who among the people you know has the most
interesting job? What is it?
24. Is it common for people from your country to
have one job for life?
25. Do you ever have to do presentations in your job?
26. What sort of technology do you use?
27. Do you have international conferences over
telephone or computer?
28. What is your office like, do you have your own
room?
MAIN
SPEAKING WRITING
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WRITING
1. Look at the job advert and email and do
the exercises to practise and improve your
writing skills
http://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/
skills/writing-skills-practice/summer-jobs
2. You are a university student and you’re
looking for a summer job. Read the advert
and then write an email to apply for a job.
Think about these things:
Paragraph 1: Introduce yourself. What do
you do? Why are you writing this email?
Paragraph 2: Write about your skills. What
are you studying? What can you teach?
What are your hobbies?
Paragraph 3: When can you work?
MAIN SPEAKING
WRITING
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3. Answer the questions to post your
comments: Have you ever had a summer or
weekend job? What job would you like to do in
the future? Do you have a part-time job? Do
you think teenagers should work while they are
at school?
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For leaving your comments go to:
http://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/gramma
r-vocabulary/phrasal-verb-videos/job
4. Watch the video “How to choose the right
career” *
Follow the recommendations.
Read a transcript of the video
http://lingualeo.com/ru/jungle/28648#/page/1
MAIN SPEAKING
WRITING
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CULTURE
NOTE
Choose an
activity
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MAIN http://edition.cnn.com/2011/10/25/opinion/g
randerson-what-do-you-do/index.html
http://7.mshcdn.com/wp-content/
uploads/2012/07/Evolution-of-
Applying-for-a-Job-972w-1.png
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HUMOUR
MATTERS
Looking for a New Job?
Consider My Work History
My first job was working in an orange juice factory,
but I got canned: couldn't concentrate.
Then I worked in the woods as a lumberjack, but I
just couldn't hack it, so they gave me the axe.
After that I tried to be a tailor, but I just wasn't
suited for it. Mainly because it was a so-so job.
Next I tried working in a muffler factory but that was
exhausting.
I worked as a pilot but eventually got grounded for
taking off too much.
Then I tried teaching but I couldn't make the grade.
I spent a few years as a Psychiatrist but everyone's
problems drove me crazy.
I wanted to be a barber, but I just couldn't cut it.
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Then I tried to be a chef--figured it would add a little
spice to my life but I just didn't have the thyme.
I attempted to be a deli worker, but any way I sliced
it, I couldn't cut the mustard.
My best job was being a musician, but eventually I
found I wasn't noteworthy.
I was a pretty good eye doctor, but I could not stay
focused on the job.
I worked a long time as a doctor.
I gave it my best shot, but I didn't have enough
patients.
Next was a job in a shoe factory; but it never
touched my sole.
The Energizer Battery Company hired me but then
expected me to keep going, and going, and going...
I became a professional fisherman, but discovered
that I couldn't live on my net income.
Thought about becoming a witch, so I tried that for a
spell.
I managed to get a good job working for a pool
maintenance company, but the work was just too
draining.
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Of course, I tried being a secretary, but it turned out
not to be my type of work.
My years as an exterminator were pretty good, but I
got tired of the rat race.
Next, I found being an electrician interesting, but the
work was shocking even thought it kind of turned me
on.
I was a gardener for a while, but I didn't grow with
the job even though I was racking in the money.
My career as a comedian was a stand-up success, but
the critics thought I was a big joke.
After many years of trying to find steady work I
finally got a job as a historian until I realized there
was no future in it.
My last job was working at Starbucks, but I had to
quit because it was always the same old grind.
You got any ideas? I'm opened for
suggestions......maybe you have something that
WORKS.....cause I don't!!
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WORK OPTIONS
TRANSCRIPT
Tim: So, you know, we're talking a little bit about jobs.
I'm kind of curious. Do you prefer working in a group
or do you prefer working alone?
Jeff: That's a tough question.
Tim: It definitely is because there is good things about
both.
Jeff: That's right. That's right, so I guess I'm good at
working by myself because I am self-motivated so if I
am doing something I like and I can get it done quickly
I like to do it by myself, but if I'm working with a good
team, a fun team, people who work hard and they all
want to do a good job and get the job done well, then
I think a team is fun, but you need guys, you need
people, men and women, who work hard to do a good
job so I prefer working in a team.
Tim: Yeah, well, that's understandable. How about,
do you prefer working and having a uniform or do you
prefer putting on whatever you want to put on?
Jeff: I think uniforms are pretty cool .
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Tim: Oh, really.
Jeff: I think if you have a uniform too, sometimes you
get respect. If you are are fireman or a policeman, you
tend to get a bit of respect from the public but I
wouldn't want a cheesy uniform with, you know, sort
of like a strange hat or a funny looking bowtie. I
wouldn't be into that, so.
Tim: Have you had any jobs with uniforms?
Jeff: Any jobs with uniforms? No, I don't think I ever
had. If you call a shirt and tie a uniform, then yeah,
but no, no funny hats or bow ties or anything.
Tim: So, how about a working schedule? Would you
prefer working a flexible schedule with like flex time,
or would you prefer set hours: come at this time,
finish at this time.
Jeff: Definitely, definitely flex hours.
Tim: Yeah, why is that?
Jeff: I think that a nine-to-five job is difficult to do. If
you want to take some holidays, be with your family,
or go on a vacation, or if the surfs up and it's a nice
day you can go and just grab your board and go for
surf but if you're on a nine-to-five job, you have no
flexibility so definitely flex hours.
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Tim: Yeah, why is that?
Jeff: I think that a nine-to-five job is difficult to do. If
you want to take some holidays, be with your family,
or go on a vacation, or if the surfs up and it's a nice
day you can go and just grab your board and go for
surf but if you're on a nine-to-five job, you have no
flexibility so definitely flex hours.
Tim: So we are talking a little bit about hours. Do you
prefer being paid by the hour or do you prefer a
salary?
Jeff: I think salary maybe is a better way to go because
then if take holidays you get paid and if you're
working paid by the hour, that style of work, you can't
take anytime off because you know when you're not
working, you're not getting paid so I think salary is a
good way to go but as long as I'm getting paid, I don't
really mind which way it is.
Tim: Yeah, that's understandable.
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