The table below provide information about the number of employees and factories in England and wales from 1851 to 1901
Nowadays many people choose to be self employed,rather than to work for a company or organisation. Why might this be the case? Wht could be the disadvantage of being self-employed?
Some employers want to be able to contact their staff at all times, even on holidays. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
The youth in many countries are unemployed and unskilled, while at the same time, the military services are in need of people. Compulsory military service is beneficial and necessary. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? e reasons for your answer, and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge rience.
Traffic and housing problems in major cities could be solved by moving large companies and factories and their employees to the countryside. 🔸To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Some people think that working from home is more beneficial for employees, while others believe that it reduces productivity. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Rich countries should allow jobs for skilled and knowledgeable employers who are from poor countries. Do you agree or disagree.
Some businesses find that new employees finishing their education lack basic interpersonal ability such as working with others as a part of a team. What do you think are the causes of this problem? How to solve this problem?
🔶Traffic and housing problems in major cities could be solved by moving large companies and factories and their employees to the countryside. 🔸To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
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 companies and organizations require their employees to wear uniform. What kind of jobs require uniforms? What are the disadvantages of wearing uniform to work?
Some people live to work, and others work to live. In most cases, this depends on the job they have and the conditions under which they are employed. In your opinion, what are the elements that make a job worthwhile?
While recruiting a new employee, the employer should pay more attantion to their personal qualities, rather than qualifications and experience. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You should spend no more than 20 minutes on this task. This line graph shows the percentage of women who were employed in four countries from 1985 to 2005. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information.
Some people think that it would be better for companies to take care of their employees’ health. Others believe that companies should spend money on other aspects of work, such as salary increases, bonuses and extra time off. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
A growing number of people work by telecommuting, that is, the employees works from home, using a computer and the internet to connect with the office. what are the advantages and disadvantages of working this way?
The graph below shows the percentage of self-employed workers of the total workforce in five countries in 1998 and 2008. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Directors of large companies often receive much bigger salary than ordinary workers. Employers' organizations say that in a global market this is necessary to attract the best management talent. What is your opinion?
You are working in a company. You would like to join a training course related to your work. Write a letter to your employer, in your letter
- describe what course you would like to do
- how this course might help in your work
- suggest a suitable time for you to do this course.
In some countries, there are some laws that ban employers from rejecting job applicants only because of their age. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development?
High salary given by large companies to their directors compare to ordinary employees, Some believe it is unfair. Discuss both ideas
Some people think that universities should provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed in the workplace. Others think that the true function of university should be to give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of whether the course is useful to an employer. What, in your opinion, should be the main function of university?
The graph below shows the percentage of self employed workers of the total workforce in five countries in 1998 and 2008. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some peolpe think that universities should provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed in the workplace. Others think that the true function of a university should be to give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of whether the course is useful to an employer. What, in your opinion, should be the main function of university?
Employers sometimes ask people applying for jobs for personal information, such as their hobbies and intrests, and whether they are married or single. Some people say that this infomation may be relevant and useful. Others disagree. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
You have seen an advertisement for part-time job at a restaurant and want to apply for it.
Write a letter to the manager. In your letter:
describe your experience-previous job experience in a hot pot resturant , waitress, and reception to welcome customers, ordered the ingredients from suppliers
tell him why you are interested in the job-delectable food, culinary school, interact with customers
say why you think you would be suitable for the job-has similar work experience, understand how to serve with client and has positive feedback from clients and former employer
Some people think that university should provide graduates with their knowledge and skills needed in the workplace. Other think that the true function of University should be to give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of whether the course is useful to an employer. what is your opinion? Should be the main function of University.
You have just finished your master’s degree and need to leave your current part-time job to search for full-time employment. Write a letter to your current employer.
In your letter
● explain why you will not pursue a full-time job in his/her company
● say why you’ve enjoyed working for him/her
● tell him/her how much longer you will continue to work for him/her
Some goverments provide financial assistance for retired, unemployed and disabled citizenz. In other countries, families provide support for these citizens. Discuss both systems and give your oipnion about which you think is better
The charts below show the main reasons for study among students of different age groups and the amount of support they received from employers. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some governments provide financial assistance for retired, unemployed and disabled citizens. In other countries, families provide support for these people. Discuss both systems and give your opinion about which one you think is better.
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?
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,
More and more companies are allowing employees to work at home. Do you think this is a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your experience.
Nowadays, many people choose to be self-employed rather than to work for a company or organization. Why might this be the case? What could be the advantage of being self-employed?
Most companies and organizations required their employees to wear uniform to work. What are the jobs that needs the uniform to make it a good thing? What are the disadvantages of wearing uniforms.
Nowadays, many people have to work longer hours, and they feel more stressed out than before. What are the reasons? What can employers do to make their employees' lives easier?
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 giveyour opinion
Nowadays, many people choose to be self-employed, rather than to work for a company or organization. Why might this be the case? What could be the disadvantages of being self-employed. Given reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge on experience.
Many employers are now offering their employees the option to work from home. As a results, employees will have much more flexible hours in the future. Is this a positive or negative development?
Nowadays, many people choose to be self-employed rather than working in a company or organisation. why be the cause? what could be the disadvantage.
Computers have made it possible for office workers to work remotely instead of working in offices every day. Working from home should be encouraged as it is good for workers and employers. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
You were recently helped by an employee at the airport, write to the airport manager. In your letter:-
- describe the problem
- Talk about how you were helped
- Suggest how to reward the employee
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?
Recently somepeople can work from using modern technology. Some say this only benefits the workers, but not employees. Do you agree or disagree?
nowadays many people choose to be self-employed, rather than to work for a company or organisation. Why might be this case? What could be the disadvantages of being self-employed?
You were recently disrespected by one of the employees at your local supermarket,
Write a letter to the supermarket manager. In your letter
●tell him/her why you were speaking with the employee
●describe the employee's rude behaviour
●explain what you'd like the manager to do
This graph shows how many people were employed in the Australian mining industry.
Some people believe that the government should be responsible for taking care of the disadvantaged members of society like unemployed and homeless people. Do you agree or disagree?
Some businesses find that their new employees lack basic interpersonal skills such as teamwork. What are the causes? Suggest possible solutions.