1.2.4 Sample Test(III)

Part Three: Collaborative task and discussion

　　　

　　Your friend is going to attend a job interview. Talk together for about 2 minutes about some of the things that are important for a successful interview and decide which three are the most important. Here are some ideas to help you.

　　· Information about the company

　　· Information about the vacancy

　　· Extra resume and letters of recommendation(附带简历和推荐信)

　　· Dress

　　· Confidence

　　· Etiqutte（礼仪）

　　· Punctuality（准时）

　　· Thank-you note（感谢信）

 

Suggested answer:

A: How can I succeed in the upcoming interview?

B: Most interviews form their opinion of you in the first few minutes of a meeting. So you should take the chance and make a good impression.

A: Does it mean I have to dress formally?

B: That's true. Dress smart. This is the first time the interviewer will see you and, like it or not, what you wear could affect your chances of securing the job.

A: I see what you mean. I should also be friendly to the receptionist, office assistant, or anyone else who may greet me before and after the interview.

B: That's just what I was thinking. And remember to bring along an extra resume and letters of recommendation in case the interviewer doesn't have them handy.

A: I couldn't agree more. There is no danger when there is preparedness.

B: The last imporant thing is you should never be nervous during the interview. You should keep your spirits up and maintain your confidence.

A: That's absolutely true. Confidence is all I need.

 

　　form their opinion [əˈpɪnjən]  of you: 形成他们对你的看法

　　smart: 整洁漂亮

　　receptionist: [rɪˈsepʃənɪst] 接待员　　greet：打招呼

　　along：一起　　bring along: 把...带来　　bring along a extra resume: 多带一份简历　　in case: 以防

　　preparedness： 准备好的状态

　　keep your spirits up：振作起来　　 maintain your confidence：保持自信