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THE MOST IMPORTANT PARTS OF A JOB INTERVIEW
Work Experience: Work experience is by far the most important part of any
job interview in an English speaking country. It is true that education is also
important, however, most employers are more impressed by extensive work
experience than by university degrees.
Employers want to know exactly what you did and how well you accomplished
your tasks. This is the part of the interview during which you can make the
best impression. It's important to give full, detailed answers. Be confident, and
emphasize your accomplishments in past positions.
Qualifications: Qualifications include any education from high school
through university, as well as any special training you may have had (such as
computer courses). Make sure to mention your English studies. This is very
important as English is not your first language and the employer may be
concerned about this fact. Assure the employer that you are continuing to
improve your English skills by any courses you may be taking, or by saying
that you study a certain number of hours a week to improve your skills.
Talking about Responsibilities: Most importantly, you will need to
demonstrate your qualifications and skills which are directly applicable to the
job you are applying for.
If past job skills were not exactly the same as what you will need on the new
job, make sure to detail how they are similar to job skills you will need for the
new position.
LISTENING DIALOGUE TRANSCRIPT
Woman 1: Hey, I think I found a job that might interest Sue. Where is she?
Woman 2: She's not in today. Went on a trip to Leeds, I think. What is it?
Woman 1: Well, it's from a magazine called London Week which claims to be
the only newspaper for visitors to London.
Woman 2: What do they want? A reporter?
Woman 1: No, it's what they call a "sales executive has to sell with unique
benefits of the magazine to agencies and clients in London."
Woman 2: Hmmm, could be interesting. How much does it pay?
Woman 1: c.
Woman 2: Not bad at all! Do they specify what they want?
Woman 1: Sales people with up to two years of experience. Not necessarily in
advertising. Sue's got plenty of that.
Woman 2: Yeah! Nothing else?
Woman 1: Well, they want bright, enthusiastic young people.
Woman 2: No trouble there! Any other details about job conditions?
Woman 1: No, just the commission on top of the salary.
Woman 2: Well, let's tell Sue! She'll be in tomorrow I expect.
A JOB OPPORTUNITY LISTENING QUIZ
Who needs a job? it's Sue who needs a job
Where is she? Sue is on a trip to Leed’s
Who is o ering the job? the post is from a magazine called London Week, the only
newspaper for visitors to London
What is the posi on? a sales manager to sell to agencies and clients in London
What is the pay? the salary is Fourteen thousand plus commission
What requirements are asked for? for skills London week requires 2 years of
experience
What type of person is desired? they wish enthusiastic young people
What can she earn besides the salary? she can earn just the commission apart from
the salary
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