GENERAL TRAINING ONLY
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Each year, your company gives an Employee of the Year award to a worker who has performed exceptionally well. You believe that someone with whom you work should receive the award this year.
Write a letter to your supervisor. In the letter
- Describe your colleague’s job at the
company
- Describe a time you worked with this
person
- Explain why you believe this person
deserves the award
Write at least 150 words
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Ms. Jackson,
Read the question below. You will have 30 minutes to plan, write, and revise your essay. Typically an effective essay will contain a minimum of 300 words. There are many ways for an organization to find employees. Which do you think is the best way to find suitable employees? ▪Advertising in professional journals ▪Using personal recommendations ▪Recruiting at job fairs Give reasons or examples to support your opinion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Companies should give each employee the same benefits package. Use specific examples and details to support your opinion.
Many businesses are starting to incorporate artificial intelligence in their operations, often reducing the need for human employees. How does this growing trend impact the job market and workplace dynamics? Discuss.
Some businesses find that their new employees lack basic interpersonal skills such as cooperative skills. What are the causes? Suggest possible solutions. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Some employers involve employees in the decision- making process of products and services. What are the advantages and disadvantages of such policies.
Some people believe that employees should work a fixed number of hours per week to maintain a healthy work-life balance, while others argue that working extra hours can bring more benefits. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that employee performance is a good way to measure productivity and efficiency. Others think that the number of customers shows the potential of a healthy company. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some organisations believe that their employees should dress smartly. Others value quality of work above appearance. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own
Some people believe that to give opportunuties to the new generation, companies should encourage high level employees who are older than 55 to retire. Do you agree or disagree?
More and more companies allow their employees to work from home or "remotely" rather than going into an office each day. Do the advantages of this policy outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Employers should give their staff at least four weeks of holiday a year to help employees get better at their jobs. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some businesses find that their new employees lack basic interpersonal skills such as cooperative skills. What are the causes? Suggest possible solutions. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
Question: Some countries have introduced laws to limit the working hours that an employer can ask from an employee. Why are these law introduced? Is this a positive or negative trend?
Computers and modems have made it possible for office workers to do much of their works from home instead of working in offices every day. Working from home should be encouraged as it is good for workers and employees. Do you agree or disagree?
The two pie charts below show some employment patterns in Great Britain in 1992. Employees and self-employed: by sex and occupation, 1992
Most employees nowadays put increasing emphasis on social skills. Some people believe that social skill are important on addition to good qualifications for job success. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Nowadays,a lot of people prefer to be self-employed to work for a compamy because this way,they can follow their passions and be satisfied with their own life.In my view,the main disadvantages would be struggling and needs of employees and money for some cases.
Some people think that managers alone should make decisions in the company, while others thing that employee should be involved in the decision-making process too. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
A lot of companies and organizations require employees to wear uniforms. Which kind of jobs are uniforms suitable for? Are there any disadvantages to wearing a uniform to work?
More and more company are allowing employees to work at home/allowing student to study at home. Do you think is a positive or negative development?
some individual feel that working from home, while of benfits to employee, is actually a drawbacks for employers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Employees should be allowed to enjoy longer holidays to remain motivated and attached to their employer. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?
The best way to motivate employees is to increase their salaries. Do you agree with this statement? Are there any other ways to encourage employees to work more efficiently? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
You recently went shopping at a department store and you were disrespected by one of the employees.
Write a complaint letter to the sales manager of the deportment store .
In your letter you should
Let him /her know about the rude behavior of the clerk.
Clearly state how it happened.
And tell the manager about the bad behavior.
Employees sometimes ask people applying for jobs for personal information, such as their hobbies and interests, and whether they are married or single. Some people say that this information may be relevant and useful others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
You were recently disrespected by one of the employees at your local supermarket.
Write a letter to the supermarket manager.
In your letter
• tell why you were speaking with the employee
• describe the employee's rude behavior
• explain what you'd like the manager to do
Some employers reward members of staff for their exceptional contributions to the company by giving them extra money. this practice can act as an incentive for some, but may also have a negative impact on others. To what extent is this style of management effective? Are there better ways of encouraging employees to work hard?
Many people say that companies should give importance to their employees, whereas others say that they should give importance to customers. Discuss both and opine.
Some people think that individuals and society would benefit if employees had only six hours to work daily. Others disagree with this. What is your opinion?
Some companies give a higher salary to CEO than the common employees. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Most companies and organizations requires their employees to wear uniforms to work. what are the jobs that need uniform? what are the disadvantages of wearing uniforms to work?
The office building where you work doesn't have any parking spaces available for employees. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
-explain the problem
- suggest a solution
- say how on-site or nearby parking would benefit employees.
Some employers reward members of staff for their exceptional contribution to the company by giving them extra money this practice can act as an inactive for some but many also have a negative impact on others To what extent is this type of management effective ? Are there better ways to encourage employees to work hard?
Some employers of their employees subsidized membership of gyms and sports clubs, believing that this will make their staff healthier and thus more active at work. Other employers see no benefit in doing so. Consider the arguments from both aspects of this possible debate, give your opinion.
Employers should give their staff at least a 4-week holiday a year to help employees perform better in their jobs. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The bar chart show the proportion of employees in three sectors across four countries in 1980 and 2010
Nowadays, some employers think that formal academic qualifications are more important than life experience or personl qualities when they look for new employees. Why is it the case ? Is it a positive or negative development ?
Many employees may work at home with mother and technology. Some people claim that it benefits only workers but not employers. Do you agree or disagree?
At some jobs, employees are allowed to listen to music while they work. What is your opinion of this? Give reasons or examples to support your opinion.
Take a look at the graphics and complete the task. The charts show the qualities employers and employees think are important in job seekers. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Most employees do job interviews before offering position to a person. Do you think this is the best way to do it or are there better alternatives? What is the best method of choosing employer in your opinion?
When it comes to workplaces, we normally think we have to go there to work. A lot of us commute to work every day. However, there are some people who work remotely at their homes or away from their offices. What do you think is the reason why some companies permit their employees to work this way?
Some people believe that elderly emplyoees are more useful, while others believe that young employees are better..Discuss both views and your own opinion
In the past, almost all office workers did their job in their company’s offices five days a week. Nowadays, however, many employers allow more flexible work arrangements, and employees often choose to work from home a few days per week. What are the advantages and disadvantages of employees working from home?
Some say that it would be better if the majority of employees work from home instead of travelling to a workplace every day. Do you think the advantages of working from home outweigh the disadvantages?
High salary given by large companies to their directors compare to ordinary employees, Some believe it is unfair. Discuss both ideas
Employers should give their employees 4-week holidays each year so that they can do their job better. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Instructions Read the question below and write an essay dealing with Advantages and Disadvantages. Remember to write down a clear thesis statement followed by your essay plan. Only then attempt to write this essay. Many companies offer their employees the opportunity to work from home. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of working from home for the company. And give your own opinion.
the world of work is changing rapidly employee cannot depend on having same job or same job conditions their entire life. Describe why these changes are taking place and what are your suggestions people new to work to do