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Vocabulary
career move: something you do in order to progress in your job
career break: period of time away from your job to, for example, look after your children
career plan: ideas you have for your future career
career opportunity: chances to start/improve your career
Conversation Questions
How ambitious are you?
Do you have a career plan? Where do you want to be in 10 years’ time?
Which of the following would you prefer to do?
o Work for one company during your career
o Work for several different companies
o Work for yourself
Which of the following areas would you like to work in the future? Why?
o Sales and marketing o Administration and personnel
o Finance o Production
o Management o Research and development
What should you do to get ahead in your career? Choose the four most important tips from the list
below and explain your reasons for the preference.
o Chace companies often o Be energetic and enthusiastic all times
o Use charm with your superiors o Be the last to leave work every day
o Attend all meetings o Find an experienced person to give you help and
o Go to your company’s social functions advice
o Study for extra qualifications in your free time
What helps when trying to move ahead in your career?
o Personal factors (e.g. ambition, motivation, etc.)
o Workplace factors (e.g. promotion opportunities, etc.)
What practical advice could you give to someone who wants to get ahead in their career? Make a list of
five points and describe them.