Unit 1

Starting Your Career

Homework

Culture Tips

Warm-up

Reading

Language in Use

Project

Starting Your Carrer

Warm-upListening and speaking

A Mary Crystal is the Personnel Manager of a large hotel group She has just interviewed some applicants for a job as a reception clerk Below are some notes that Ms Crystal made about five interviewees Listen to the extracts from the five interviews and match the notes with the interviewees

Interviewee Replies were not clear difficult to understand Poor communication skills

Interviewee Too many personal problems

Interviewee Replies were too long and the information was off the point

Interviewee Only interested in money and the holidays

Interviewee Knew nothing about the job Not interested

22

55

33

11

44

Warm-up

B Listen again Write down the questions Ms Crystal asked

C What should be done and what shouldnrsquot be done when you answer a job interviewerrsquos questions Work in groups and fill in the table with DOs and DONrsquoTs at job interviews

DOs DONrsquoTs

BACKBACK

Interview 1

Why do you want this job

Is money important to you

Interview 2

Do you enjoy meeting people

Interview 3

Why are you interested in hotel reception work

Interview 4

Are there any questions yoursquod like to ask me

Interview 5

Why did you have five different jobs in that last year

Suggested Answers

Suggested answersDOs DONrsquoTs

1 Do you research and know the type of job interview you will be encountering2 Do dress professionally and appropriately for the job Your clothes must be neat clean and freshly pressed Avoid excessive jewelry excessive make-up or extremes of fashion3 Do arrive about 10 minutes early Late arrival for a job interview is never excusable

1 Donrsquot answer cell phone

calls during the interview

and do turn off your cell

phone or set it to silent

ring

2 Donrsquot bring up or discuss

personal issues or family

problems

3 Donrsquot answer questions

with a simple ldquoyesrdquo or ldquonordquo

Explain whenever

possible

DOs DONrsquoTs4 Do greet the receptionist or assistant with courtesy and respect This is where you make your first impression5 Do reply clearly and to the point6 Do stress your achievements Describe those things about yourself that showcase your talents skills and determination7 Do show enthusiasm in the position and the company8 Do make good eye contact with your interviewer(s)

4Donrsquot rely on your application

or resume to do the selling for

you No matter how qualified

you are for the position you

will need to sell yourself to

the interviewer

5 Donrsquot be overly aggressive

6 Donrsquot ever lie Answer

questions truthfully frankly

and succinctly And donrsquot

over-answer questions

7 Donrsquot inquire about salary

vacations bonuses

retirement or other benefits

until after yoursquove received an

offer

DOs DONrsquoTs9 Do remember that the interview is also an important time for you to evaluate the interviewer(s) and the company he or she represents10 Do show what you can do for the company rather than what the company can do for you11 Do write thank-you letters within 24 hours to each person who interviewed you

8 Donrsquot give the impression

that you are only interested

in an organisation because of

its attractive salary

9 Donrsquot act as though you

would take any job or are

desperate for employment

10 Donrsquot say anything negative

about former colleagues

supervisors or employers

11 Donrsquot place too much

importance on one job or

one interview these will be

other opportunities for youBACKBACK

ScriptsScripts

Interview 1Ms Crystal Letrsquos get straight to the point Why do you want this jobInterviewee 1 Well I read the job advertisement and the salary you offer

is much better than what Irsquom earning nowMs Crystal Is money important to youInterviewee 1 Oh yeah Itrsquos important to everyone isnrsquot it But itrsquos not

just that I believe you have a lot of hotels in the Caribbean and the Far East and that the employees can get cheap holidays therehellip

Interview 2Ms Crystal Do you enjoy meeting peopleInterviewee 2 Mm yeah itrsquos very interesting um I enjoy meeting um

different peoplehellip you know what I mean Theyrsquore all kind of uh sohellip um well um interestinghellip

BACKBACK

Warm-up

ScriptsScripts

Interview 3Ms Crystal Yoursquove worked in a bank for two years Why are you

interested in hotel reception workInterviewee 3 Well I like meeting people and I have a lot of

friends who work in the tourist industry In fact my friend Simon has just come back from Spain He is a tour guide in China Tour Company Hersquos told me so much about the tourist industry He really enjoys his work As a tour guide he can visit many different places and experience many different cultures

Ms Crystal Mm Do you speak any foreign languagesInterviewee 3 No but Irsquom good at painting I really enjoy painting

It gives me passion and happiness

Warm-up

ScriptsScripts

Interview 4Ms Crystal Are there any questions yoursquod like to ask meInterviewee 4 Uh no I canrsquot think of anythingMs Crystal Would you enjoy hotel reception workInterviewee 4 I donrsquot know I think so I donrsquot know much about it

really

BACKBACK

Interview 5Ms Crystal Why did you have five different jobs in the last yearInterviewee 5 Because of bad luck Stupid things really One of

the jobs was really good but it was a long way from home I had to spend a lot of time on the road and I was often caught in traffic jams I couldnrsquot bear it any longer so I quit Things like that you know

Ms Crystal Oh I seeInterviewee 5 Yeah and then I was trained to be a flight

attendant but later I found I had airsicknesshellip

Warm-up

Reading

Pre-reading Tasks

Reading

Comprehension

After-reading Tasks

BACKBACK

Pre-reading

TA RZAN

Pre-reading

a Do you know the story of Tarzan If not ask your partner about it

b Look at the cartoon pictures on the last page What is Tarzan trying to do How well does he do it

c Are you a ldquoMe Tarzan You Janerdquo type of person How can you avoid shyness when meeting people for the first time

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

Job-seeker Tips forJob-seeker Tips for

Making Good First ImpressionsMaking Good First Impressions

1 Life is all about making good first impressions with the people we meet This article provides tips for making good first impressions in business and networking situations in job interviews and when you are starting a new job

Compre-hension

1 __________________________________

2 When meeting people for the first time whether for career networking or client meetings itrsquos essential that you look the part In other words you must dress for the specific occasion Conduct a little research or contact the organisation responsible for the event to uncover the proper attire If you canrsquot be certain itrsquos always better to be overdressed than underdressed And itrsquos not just what you are wearingmdashbut how yoursquore wearing it so make sure your clothing is clean and well-pressed

3 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions Hair should be neatmdashand certainly not wind-swept For men facial hair should be either non-existent or well-maintained For women less make-up is always better than too much A light perfume or cologne is acceptable but be careful of overwhelming the people in the room Finally a minimal amount of tasteful jewelry is best

Compre-hension

4 A small but relatively unknown fact about name tagsmdashthey should be worn on the personrsquos right shoulder area so that when someone approaches to greet and shake hisher hand the personrsquos eyes follow the arm right up to the name tag making it much easier to greet the personmdashrather than looking all the way over to the other side of the person

5 Next up for first impressions are the handshake and greeting Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly No bone-crushers and no four-handed one-hand-over-the-other shakes And no sweaty handshakes If your nerves cause you to get wet palms carry a handkerchief in your pocket and wipe your hand before you do the meet and greet The greeting should be short and simple making certain you listen for the other personrsquos name For example I might greet someone in a business setting as ldquoHi Irsquom Dr Randall Hansen founder of Quintessential Careersrdquo Be certain to speak clearly and properly

Compre-hension

6 To nail the good impression yoursquore trying to make the last tip when yoursquore in this setting is not to make the conversation all about you You want to engage the other person in conversation making certain to use hisher name for emphasis You can of course talk about yourself but donrsquot make the whole conversation about youmdashand keep stories short Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to and share stories about that common interest And of course avoid talking about controversial subjects such as religion politics and sex If yoursquore naturally funny you might use humour and show your serious side also

Compre-hension 2 __________________________________

7 Because the job interview is usually your first face-to-face with the employers first impressions are especially crucial Arrive about 15 minutes early so you have time to find the exact office perhaps with a stop at a restroom to conduct a final grooming checkmdashas well as possibly complete some paperwork before the interview starts Always be polite to the support staff as the impression you make with them will often be factored into the hiring decision Of course dressing for success and proper grooming are essential Never arrive with any kind of food in your mouth or on your teeth and try not to smoke right before the interview Turn off your cell phone on the way to the interview In the interview smiling and making strong eye contact are important elements to establishing a good impression Answering interview questions with ease (showcasing your interview preparation) and asking questions of the interviewer are vital to making a good impression A great way to cement a strong first impression is writing a thank-you note after the interview

Compre-hension

3 __________________________________

8 The first impressions you make with your co-workers and supervisor will go a long way to building a solid reputation for yourself In those first days and weeks yoursquoll want to arrive a bit early take no more than your allotted breaks during the day leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area and avoid calling in sick or taking personal days In terms of actual work yoursquoll want to show your team spirit by supporting the team perhaps even offering to take on a bit more than usual if the team needs it Listen more than talk in those early days and certainly do not showboat until you have firmly established your reputation as a solid worker and team player And it should go without saying but stay clear of all office politics and gossip Finally remember to keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

Compre-hension

4 _________________________________

9 You might think that making a good first impression is really about using common sensemdashand you would be correct At the same time we constantly hear horror stories from recruiters and employers about the unfortunate things jobseekers domdashresulting in extremely poor first (and often last) impressions Use your common sensemdashand follow the tips in this articlemdashand you will go far in making a good firstimpression

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

1 essential adj extremely important and necessary 绝对必要的 eg (1) It is essential that we win the game (2) Hard work is essential But theres also a time for rest and relaxation

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

2 look the part to look suitable for a particular situation 得体适合

某种场合

eg (1) But no matter how hard I tried to look the part there was still something missing (2) You might look the part you might sound the part but yoursquore not actually Chinese

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 attire n clothes 服饰

eg (1) A suit and tie is acceptable attire for any business situation (2) Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

Homework

Culture Tips

Warm-up

Reading

Language in Use

Project

Starting Your Carrer

Warm-upListening and speaking

A Mary Crystal is the Personnel Manager of a large hotel group She has just interviewed some applicants for a job as a reception clerk Below are some notes that Ms Crystal made about five interviewees Listen to the extracts from the five interviews and match the notes with the interviewees

Interviewee Replies were not clear difficult to understand Poor communication skills

Interviewee Too many personal problems

Interviewee Replies were too long and the information was off the point

Interviewee Only interested in money and the holidays

Interviewee Knew nothing about the job Not interested

22

55

33

11

44

Warm-up

B Listen again Write down the questions Ms Crystal asked

C What should be done and what shouldnrsquot be done when you answer a job interviewerrsquos questions Work in groups and fill in the table with DOs and DONrsquoTs at job interviews

DOs DONrsquoTs

BACKBACK

Interview 1

Why do you want this job

Is money important to you

Interview 2

Do you enjoy meeting people

Interview 3

Why are you interested in hotel reception work

Interview 4

Are there any questions yoursquod like to ask me

Interview 5

Why did you have five different jobs in that last year

Suggested Answers

Suggested answersDOs DONrsquoTs

1 Do you research and know the type of job interview you will be encountering2 Do dress professionally and appropriately for the job Your clothes must be neat clean and freshly pressed Avoid excessive jewelry excessive make-up or extremes of fashion3 Do arrive about 10 minutes early Late arrival for a job interview is never excusable

1 Donrsquot answer cell phone

calls during the interview

and do turn off your cell

phone or set it to silent

ring

2 Donrsquot bring up or discuss

personal issues or family

problems

3 Donrsquot answer questions

with a simple ldquoyesrdquo or ldquonordquo

Explain whenever

possible

DOs DONrsquoTs4 Do greet the receptionist or assistant with courtesy and respect This is where you make your first impression5 Do reply clearly and to the point6 Do stress your achievements Describe those things about yourself that showcase your talents skills and determination7 Do show enthusiasm in the position and the company8 Do make good eye contact with your interviewer(s)

4Donrsquot rely on your application

or resume to do the selling for

you No matter how qualified

you are for the position you

will need to sell yourself to

the interviewer

5 Donrsquot be overly aggressive

6 Donrsquot ever lie Answer

questions truthfully frankly

and succinctly And donrsquot

over-answer questions

7 Donrsquot inquire about salary

vacations bonuses

retirement or other benefits

until after yoursquove received an

offer

DOs DONrsquoTs9 Do remember that the interview is also an important time for you to evaluate the interviewer(s) and the company he or she represents10 Do show what you can do for the company rather than what the company can do for you11 Do write thank-you letters within 24 hours to each person who interviewed you

8 Donrsquot give the impression

that you are only interested

in an organisation because of

its attractive salary

9 Donrsquot act as though you

would take any job or are

desperate for employment

10 Donrsquot say anything negative

about former colleagues

supervisors or employers

11 Donrsquot place too much

importance on one job or

one interview these will be

other opportunities for youBACKBACK

ScriptsScripts

Interview 1Ms Crystal Letrsquos get straight to the point Why do you want this jobInterviewee 1 Well I read the job advertisement and the salary you offer

is much better than what Irsquom earning nowMs Crystal Is money important to youInterviewee 1 Oh yeah Itrsquos important to everyone isnrsquot it But itrsquos not

just that I believe you have a lot of hotels in the Caribbean and the Far East and that the employees can get cheap holidays therehellip

Interview 2Ms Crystal Do you enjoy meeting peopleInterviewee 2 Mm yeah itrsquos very interesting um I enjoy meeting um

different peoplehellip you know what I mean Theyrsquore all kind of uh sohellip um well um interestinghellip

BACKBACK

Warm-up

ScriptsScripts

Interview 3Ms Crystal Yoursquove worked in a bank for two years Why are you

interested in hotel reception workInterviewee 3 Well I like meeting people and I have a lot of

friends who work in the tourist industry In fact my friend Simon has just come back from Spain He is a tour guide in China Tour Company Hersquos told me so much about the tourist industry He really enjoys his work As a tour guide he can visit many different places and experience many different cultures

Ms Crystal Mm Do you speak any foreign languagesInterviewee 3 No but Irsquom good at painting I really enjoy painting

It gives me passion and happiness

Warm-up

ScriptsScripts

Interview 4Ms Crystal Are there any questions yoursquod like to ask meInterviewee 4 Uh no I canrsquot think of anythingMs Crystal Would you enjoy hotel reception workInterviewee 4 I donrsquot know I think so I donrsquot know much about it

really

BACKBACK

Interview 5Ms Crystal Why did you have five different jobs in the last yearInterviewee 5 Because of bad luck Stupid things really One of

the jobs was really good but it was a long way from home I had to spend a lot of time on the road and I was often caught in traffic jams I couldnrsquot bear it any longer so I quit Things like that you know

Ms Crystal Oh I seeInterviewee 5 Yeah and then I was trained to be a flight

attendant but later I found I had airsicknesshellip

Warm-up

Reading

Pre-reading Tasks

Reading

Comprehension

After-reading Tasks

BACKBACK

Pre-reading

TA RZAN

Pre-reading

a Do you know the story of Tarzan If not ask your partner about it

b Look at the cartoon pictures on the last page What is Tarzan trying to do How well does he do it

c Are you a ldquoMe Tarzan You Janerdquo type of person How can you avoid shyness when meeting people for the first time

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

Job-seeker Tips forJob-seeker Tips for

Making Good First ImpressionsMaking Good First Impressions

1 Life is all about making good first impressions with the people we meet This article provides tips for making good first impressions in business and networking situations in job interviews and when you are starting a new job

Compre-hension

1 __________________________________

2 When meeting people for the first time whether for career networking or client meetings itrsquos essential that you look the part In other words you must dress for the specific occasion Conduct a little research or contact the organisation responsible for the event to uncover the proper attire If you canrsquot be certain itrsquos always better to be overdressed than underdressed And itrsquos not just what you are wearingmdashbut how yoursquore wearing it so make sure your clothing is clean and well-pressed

3 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions Hair should be neatmdashand certainly not wind-swept For men facial hair should be either non-existent or well-maintained For women less make-up is always better than too much A light perfume or cologne is acceptable but be careful of overwhelming the people in the room Finally a minimal amount of tasteful jewelry is best

Compre-hension

4 A small but relatively unknown fact about name tagsmdashthey should be worn on the personrsquos right shoulder area so that when someone approaches to greet and shake hisher hand the personrsquos eyes follow the arm right up to the name tag making it much easier to greet the personmdashrather than looking all the way over to the other side of the person

5 Next up for first impressions are the handshake and greeting Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly No bone-crushers and no four-handed one-hand-over-the-other shakes And no sweaty handshakes If your nerves cause you to get wet palms carry a handkerchief in your pocket and wipe your hand before you do the meet and greet The greeting should be short and simple making certain you listen for the other personrsquos name For example I might greet someone in a business setting as ldquoHi Irsquom Dr Randall Hansen founder of Quintessential Careersrdquo Be certain to speak clearly and properly

Compre-hension

6 To nail the good impression yoursquore trying to make the last tip when yoursquore in this setting is not to make the conversation all about you You want to engage the other person in conversation making certain to use hisher name for emphasis You can of course talk about yourself but donrsquot make the whole conversation about youmdashand keep stories short Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to and share stories about that common interest And of course avoid talking about controversial subjects such as religion politics and sex If yoursquore naturally funny you might use humour and show your serious side also

Compre-hension 2 __________________________________

7 Because the job interview is usually your first face-to-face with the employers first impressions are especially crucial Arrive about 15 minutes early so you have time to find the exact office perhaps with a stop at a restroom to conduct a final grooming checkmdashas well as possibly complete some paperwork before the interview starts Always be polite to the support staff as the impression you make with them will often be factored into the hiring decision Of course dressing for success and proper grooming are essential Never arrive with any kind of food in your mouth or on your teeth and try not to smoke right before the interview Turn off your cell phone on the way to the interview In the interview smiling and making strong eye contact are important elements to establishing a good impression Answering interview questions with ease (showcasing your interview preparation) and asking questions of the interviewer are vital to making a good impression A great way to cement a strong first impression is writing a thank-you note after the interview

Compre-hension

3 __________________________________

8 The first impressions you make with your co-workers and supervisor will go a long way to building a solid reputation for yourself In those first days and weeks yoursquoll want to arrive a bit early take no more than your allotted breaks during the day leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area and avoid calling in sick or taking personal days In terms of actual work yoursquoll want to show your team spirit by supporting the team perhaps even offering to take on a bit more than usual if the team needs it Listen more than talk in those early days and certainly do not showboat until you have firmly established your reputation as a solid worker and team player And it should go without saying but stay clear of all office politics and gossip Finally remember to keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

Compre-hension

4 _________________________________

9 You might think that making a good first impression is really about using common sensemdashand you would be correct At the same time we constantly hear horror stories from recruiters and employers about the unfortunate things jobseekers domdashresulting in extremely poor first (and often last) impressions Use your common sensemdashand follow the tips in this articlemdashand you will go far in making a good firstimpression

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

1 essential adj extremely important and necessary 绝对必要的 eg (1) It is essential that we win the game (2) Hard work is essential But theres also a time for rest and relaxation

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

2 look the part to look suitable for a particular situation 得体适合

某种场合

eg (1) But no matter how hard I tried to look the part there was still something missing (2) You might look the part you might sound the part but yoursquore not actually Chinese

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 attire n clothes 服饰

eg (1) A suit and tie is acceptable attire for any business situation (2) Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

Warm-upListening and speaking

A Mary Crystal is the Personnel Manager of a large hotel group She has just interviewed some applicants for a job as a reception clerk Below are some notes that Ms Crystal made about five interviewees Listen to the extracts from the five interviews and match the notes with the interviewees

Interviewee Replies were not clear difficult to understand Poor communication skills

Interviewee Too many personal problems

Interviewee Replies were too long and the information was off the point

Interviewee Only interested in money and the holidays

Interviewee Knew nothing about the job Not interested

22

55

33

11

44

Warm-up

B Listen again Write down the questions Ms Crystal asked

C What should be done and what shouldnrsquot be done when you answer a job interviewerrsquos questions Work in groups and fill in the table with DOs and DONrsquoTs at job interviews

DOs DONrsquoTs

BACKBACK

Interview 1

Why do you want this job

Is money important to you

Interview 2

Do you enjoy meeting people

Interview 3

Why are you interested in hotel reception work

Interview 4

Are there any questions yoursquod like to ask me

Interview 5

Why did you have five different jobs in that last year

Suggested Answers

Suggested answersDOs DONrsquoTs

1 Do you research and know the type of job interview you will be encountering2 Do dress professionally and appropriately for the job Your clothes must be neat clean and freshly pressed Avoid excessive jewelry excessive make-up or extremes of fashion3 Do arrive about 10 minutes early Late arrival for a job interview is never excusable

1 Donrsquot answer cell phone

calls during the interview

and do turn off your cell

phone or set it to silent

ring

2 Donrsquot bring up or discuss

personal issues or family

problems

3 Donrsquot answer questions

with a simple ldquoyesrdquo or ldquonordquo

Explain whenever

possible

DOs DONrsquoTs4 Do greet the receptionist or assistant with courtesy and respect This is where you make your first impression5 Do reply clearly and to the point6 Do stress your achievements Describe those things about yourself that showcase your talents skills and determination7 Do show enthusiasm in the position and the company8 Do make good eye contact with your interviewer(s)

4Donrsquot rely on your application

or resume to do the selling for

you No matter how qualified

you are for the position you

will need to sell yourself to

the interviewer

5 Donrsquot be overly aggressive

6 Donrsquot ever lie Answer

questions truthfully frankly

and succinctly And donrsquot

over-answer questions

7 Donrsquot inquire about salary

vacations bonuses

retirement or other benefits

until after yoursquove received an

offer

DOs DONrsquoTs9 Do remember that the interview is also an important time for you to evaluate the interviewer(s) and the company he or she represents10 Do show what you can do for the company rather than what the company can do for you11 Do write thank-you letters within 24 hours to each person who interviewed you

8 Donrsquot give the impression

that you are only interested

in an organisation because of

its attractive salary

9 Donrsquot act as though you

would take any job or are

desperate for employment

10 Donrsquot say anything negative

about former colleagues

supervisors or employers

11 Donrsquot place too much

importance on one job or

one interview these will be

other opportunities for youBACKBACK

ScriptsScripts

Interview 1Ms Crystal Letrsquos get straight to the point Why do you want this jobInterviewee 1 Well I read the job advertisement and the salary you offer

is much better than what Irsquom earning nowMs Crystal Is money important to youInterviewee 1 Oh yeah Itrsquos important to everyone isnrsquot it But itrsquos not

just that I believe you have a lot of hotels in the Caribbean and the Far East and that the employees can get cheap holidays therehellip

Interview 2Ms Crystal Do you enjoy meeting peopleInterviewee 2 Mm yeah itrsquos very interesting um I enjoy meeting um

different peoplehellip you know what I mean Theyrsquore all kind of uh sohellip um well um interestinghellip

BACKBACK

Warm-up

ScriptsScripts

Interview 3Ms Crystal Yoursquove worked in a bank for two years Why are you

interested in hotel reception workInterviewee 3 Well I like meeting people and I have a lot of

friends who work in the tourist industry In fact my friend Simon has just come back from Spain He is a tour guide in China Tour Company Hersquos told me so much about the tourist industry He really enjoys his work As a tour guide he can visit many different places and experience many different cultures

Ms Crystal Mm Do you speak any foreign languagesInterviewee 3 No but Irsquom good at painting I really enjoy painting

It gives me passion and happiness

Warm-up

ScriptsScripts

Interview 4Ms Crystal Are there any questions yoursquod like to ask meInterviewee 4 Uh no I canrsquot think of anythingMs Crystal Would you enjoy hotel reception workInterviewee 4 I donrsquot know I think so I donrsquot know much about it

really

BACKBACK

Interview 5Ms Crystal Why did you have five different jobs in the last yearInterviewee 5 Because of bad luck Stupid things really One of

the jobs was really good but it was a long way from home I had to spend a lot of time on the road and I was often caught in traffic jams I couldnrsquot bear it any longer so I quit Things like that you know

Ms Crystal Oh I seeInterviewee 5 Yeah and then I was trained to be a flight

attendant but later I found I had airsicknesshellip

Warm-up

Reading

Pre-reading Tasks

Reading

Comprehension

After-reading Tasks

BACKBACK

Pre-reading

TA RZAN

Pre-reading

a Do you know the story of Tarzan If not ask your partner about it

b Look at the cartoon pictures on the last page What is Tarzan trying to do How well does he do it

c Are you a ldquoMe Tarzan You Janerdquo type of person How can you avoid shyness when meeting people for the first time

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

Job-seeker Tips forJob-seeker Tips for

Making Good First ImpressionsMaking Good First Impressions

1 Life is all about making good first impressions with the people we meet This article provides tips for making good first impressions in business and networking situations in job interviews and when you are starting a new job

Compre-hension

1 __________________________________

2 When meeting people for the first time whether for career networking or client meetings itrsquos essential that you look the part In other words you must dress for the specific occasion Conduct a little research or contact the organisation responsible for the event to uncover the proper attire If you canrsquot be certain itrsquos always better to be overdressed than underdressed And itrsquos not just what you are wearingmdashbut how yoursquore wearing it so make sure your clothing is clean and well-pressed

3 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions Hair should be neatmdashand certainly not wind-swept For men facial hair should be either non-existent or well-maintained For women less make-up is always better than too much A light perfume or cologne is acceptable but be careful of overwhelming the people in the room Finally a minimal amount of tasteful jewelry is best

Compre-hension

4 A small but relatively unknown fact about name tagsmdashthey should be worn on the personrsquos right shoulder area so that when someone approaches to greet and shake hisher hand the personrsquos eyes follow the arm right up to the name tag making it much easier to greet the personmdashrather than looking all the way over to the other side of the person

5 Next up for first impressions are the handshake and greeting Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly No bone-crushers and no four-handed one-hand-over-the-other shakes And no sweaty handshakes If your nerves cause you to get wet palms carry a handkerchief in your pocket and wipe your hand before you do the meet and greet The greeting should be short and simple making certain you listen for the other personrsquos name For example I might greet someone in a business setting as ldquoHi Irsquom Dr Randall Hansen founder of Quintessential Careersrdquo Be certain to speak clearly and properly

Compre-hension

6 To nail the good impression yoursquore trying to make the last tip when yoursquore in this setting is not to make the conversation all about you You want to engage the other person in conversation making certain to use hisher name for emphasis You can of course talk about yourself but donrsquot make the whole conversation about youmdashand keep stories short Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to and share stories about that common interest And of course avoid talking about controversial subjects such as religion politics and sex If yoursquore naturally funny you might use humour and show your serious side also

Compre-hension 2 __________________________________

7 Because the job interview is usually your first face-to-face with the employers first impressions are especially crucial Arrive about 15 minutes early so you have time to find the exact office perhaps with a stop at a restroom to conduct a final grooming checkmdashas well as possibly complete some paperwork before the interview starts Always be polite to the support staff as the impression you make with them will often be factored into the hiring decision Of course dressing for success and proper grooming are essential Never arrive with any kind of food in your mouth or on your teeth and try not to smoke right before the interview Turn off your cell phone on the way to the interview In the interview smiling and making strong eye contact are important elements to establishing a good impression Answering interview questions with ease (showcasing your interview preparation) and asking questions of the interviewer are vital to making a good impression A great way to cement a strong first impression is writing a thank-you note after the interview

Compre-hension

3 __________________________________

8 The first impressions you make with your co-workers and supervisor will go a long way to building a solid reputation for yourself In those first days and weeks yoursquoll want to arrive a bit early take no more than your allotted breaks during the day leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area and avoid calling in sick or taking personal days In terms of actual work yoursquoll want to show your team spirit by supporting the team perhaps even offering to take on a bit more than usual if the team needs it Listen more than talk in those early days and certainly do not showboat until you have firmly established your reputation as a solid worker and team player And it should go without saying but stay clear of all office politics and gossip Finally remember to keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

Compre-hension

4 _________________________________

9 You might think that making a good first impression is really about using common sensemdashand you would be correct At the same time we constantly hear horror stories from recruiters and employers about the unfortunate things jobseekers domdashresulting in extremely poor first (and often last) impressions Use your common sensemdashand follow the tips in this articlemdashand you will go far in making a good firstimpression

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

1 essential adj extremely important and necessary 绝对必要的 eg (1) It is essential that we win the game (2) Hard work is essential But theres also a time for rest and relaxation

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

2 look the part to look suitable for a particular situation 得体适合

某种场合

eg (1) But no matter how hard I tried to look the part there was still something missing (2) You might look the part you might sound the part but yoursquore not actually Chinese

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 attire n clothes 服饰

eg (1) A suit and tie is acceptable attire for any business situation (2) Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

Warm-up

B Listen again Write down the questions Ms Crystal asked

C What should be done and what shouldnrsquot be done when you answer a job interviewerrsquos questions Work in groups and fill in the table with DOs and DONrsquoTs at job interviews

DOs DONrsquoTs

BACKBACK

Interview 1

Why do you want this job

Is money important to you

Interview 2

Do you enjoy meeting people

Interview 3

Why are you interested in hotel reception work

Interview 4

Are there any questions yoursquod like to ask me

Interview 5

Why did you have five different jobs in that last year

Suggested Answers

Suggested answersDOs DONrsquoTs

1 Do you research and know the type of job interview you will be encountering2 Do dress professionally and appropriately for the job Your clothes must be neat clean and freshly pressed Avoid excessive jewelry excessive make-up or extremes of fashion3 Do arrive about 10 minutes early Late arrival for a job interview is never excusable

1 Donrsquot answer cell phone

calls during the interview

and do turn off your cell

phone or set it to silent

ring

2 Donrsquot bring up or discuss

personal issues or family

problems

3 Donrsquot answer questions

with a simple ldquoyesrdquo or ldquonordquo

Explain whenever

possible

DOs DONrsquoTs4 Do greet the receptionist or assistant with courtesy and respect This is where you make your first impression5 Do reply clearly and to the point6 Do stress your achievements Describe those things about yourself that showcase your talents skills and determination7 Do show enthusiasm in the position and the company8 Do make good eye contact with your interviewer(s)

4Donrsquot rely on your application

or resume to do the selling for

you No matter how qualified

you are for the position you

will need to sell yourself to

the interviewer

5 Donrsquot be overly aggressive

6 Donrsquot ever lie Answer

questions truthfully frankly

and succinctly And donrsquot

over-answer questions

7 Donrsquot inquire about salary

vacations bonuses

retirement or other benefits

until after yoursquove received an

offer

DOs DONrsquoTs9 Do remember that the interview is also an important time for you to evaluate the interviewer(s) and the company he or she represents10 Do show what you can do for the company rather than what the company can do for you11 Do write thank-you letters within 24 hours to each person who interviewed you

8 Donrsquot give the impression

that you are only interested

in an organisation because of

its attractive salary

9 Donrsquot act as though you

would take any job or are

desperate for employment

10 Donrsquot say anything negative

about former colleagues

supervisors or employers

11 Donrsquot place too much

importance on one job or

one interview these will be

other opportunities for youBACKBACK

ScriptsScripts

Interview 1Ms Crystal Letrsquos get straight to the point Why do you want this jobInterviewee 1 Well I read the job advertisement and the salary you offer

is much better than what Irsquom earning nowMs Crystal Is money important to youInterviewee 1 Oh yeah Itrsquos important to everyone isnrsquot it But itrsquos not

just that I believe you have a lot of hotels in the Caribbean and the Far East and that the employees can get cheap holidays therehellip

Interview 2Ms Crystal Do you enjoy meeting peopleInterviewee 2 Mm yeah itrsquos very interesting um I enjoy meeting um

different peoplehellip you know what I mean Theyrsquore all kind of uh sohellip um well um interestinghellip

BACKBACK

Warm-up

ScriptsScripts

Interview 3Ms Crystal Yoursquove worked in a bank for two years Why are you

interested in hotel reception workInterviewee 3 Well I like meeting people and I have a lot of

friends who work in the tourist industry In fact my friend Simon has just come back from Spain He is a tour guide in China Tour Company Hersquos told me so much about the tourist industry He really enjoys his work As a tour guide he can visit many different places and experience many different cultures

Ms Crystal Mm Do you speak any foreign languagesInterviewee 3 No but Irsquom good at painting I really enjoy painting

It gives me passion and happiness

Warm-up

ScriptsScripts

Interview 4Ms Crystal Are there any questions yoursquod like to ask meInterviewee 4 Uh no I canrsquot think of anythingMs Crystal Would you enjoy hotel reception workInterviewee 4 I donrsquot know I think so I donrsquot know much about it

really

BACKBACK

Interview 5Ms Crystal Why did you have five different jobs in the last yearInterviewee 5 Because of bad luck Stupid things really One of

the jobs was really good but it was a long way from home I had to spend a lot of time on the road and I was often caught in traffic jams I couldnrsquot bear it any longer so I quit Things like that you know

Ms Crystal Oh I seeInterviewee 5 Yeah and then I was trained to be a flight

attendant but later I found I had airsicknesshellip

Warm-up

Reading

Pre-reading Tasks

Reading

Comprehension

After-reading Tasks

BACKBACK

Pre-reading

TA RZAN

Pre-reading

a Do you know the story of Tarzan If not ask your partner about it

b Look at the cartoon pictures on the last page What is Tarzan trying to do How well does he do it

c Are you a ldquoMe Tarzan You Janerdquo type of person How can you avoid shyness when meeting people for the first time

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

Job-seeker Tips forJob-seeker Tips for

Making Good First ImpressionsMaking Good First Impressions

1 Life is all about making good first impressions with the people we meet This article provides tips for making good first impressions in business and networking situations in job interviews and when you are starting a new job

Compre-hension

1 __________________________________

2 When meeting people for the first time whether for career networking or client meetings itrsquos essential that you look the part In other words you must dress for the specific occasion Conduct a little research or contact the organisation responsible for the event to uncover the proper attire If you canrsquot be certain itrsquos always better to be overdressed than underdressed And itrsquos not just what you are wearingmdashbut how yoursquore wearing it so make sure your clothing is clean and well-pressed

3 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions Hair should be neatmdashand certainly not wind-swept For men facial hair should be either non-existent or well-maintained For women less make-up is always better than too much A light perfume or cologne is acceptable but be careful of overwhelming the people in the room Finally a minimal amount of tasteful jewelry is best

Compre-hension

4 A small but relatively unknown fact about name tagsmdashthey should be worn on the personrsquos right shoulder area so that when someone approaches to greet and shake hisher hand the personrsquos eyes follow the arm right up to the name tag making it much easier to greet the personmdashrather than looking all the way over to the other side of the person

5 Next up for first impressions are the handshake and greeting Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly No bone-crushers and no four-handed one-hand-over-the-other shakes And no sweaty handshakes If your nerves cause you to get wet palms carry a handkerchief in your pocket and wipe your hand before you do the meet and greet The greeting should be short and simple making certain you listen for the other personrsquos name For example I might greet someone in a business setting as ldquoHi Irsquom Dr Randall Hansen founder of Quintessential Careersrdquo Be certain to speak clearly and properly

Compre-hension

6 To nail the good impression yoursquore trying to make the last tip when yoursquore in this setting is not to make the conversation all about you You want to engage the other person in conversation making certain to use hisher name for emphasis You can of course talk about yourself but donrsquot make the whole conversation about youmdashand keep stories short Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to and share stories about that common interest And of course avoid talking about controversial subjects such as religion politics and sex If yoursquore naturally funny you might use humour and show your serious side also

Compre-hension 2 __________________________________

7 Because the job interview is usually your first face-to-face with the employers first impressions are especially crucial Arrive about 15 minutes early so you have time to find the exact office perhaps with a stop at a restroom to conduct a final grooming checkmdashas well as possibly complete some paperwork before the interview starts Always be polite to the support staff as the impression you make with them will often be factored into the hiring decision Of course dressing for success and proper grooming are essential Never arrive with any kind of food in your mouth or on your teeth and try not to smoke right before the interview Turn off your cell phone on the way to the interview In the interview smiling and making strong eye contact are important elements to establishing a good impression Answering interview questions with ease (showcasing your interview preparation) and asking questions of the interviewer are vital to making a good impression A great way to cement a strong first impression is writing a thank-you note after the interview

Compre-hension

3 __________________________________

8 The first impressions you make with your co-workers and supervisor will go a long way to building a solid reputation for yourself In those first days and weeks yoursquoll want to arrive a bit early take no more than your allotted breaks during the day leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area and avoid calling in sick or taking personal days In terms of actual work yoursquoll want to show your team spirit by supporting the team perhaps even offering to take on a bit more than usual if the team needs it Listen more than talk in those early days and certainly do not showboat until you have firmly established your reputation as a solid worker and team player And it should go without saying but stay clear of all office politics and gossip Finally remember to keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

Compre-hension

4 _________________________________

9 You might think that making a good first impression is really about using common sensemdashand you would be correct At the same time we constantly hear horror stories from recruiters and employers about the unfortunate things jobseekers domdashresulting in extremely poor first (and often last) impressions Use your common sensemdashand follow the tips in this articlemdashand you will go far in making a good firstimpression

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

1 essential adj extremely important and necessary 绝对必要的 eg (1) It is essential that we win the game (2) Hard work is essential But theres also a time for rest and relaxation

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

2 look the part to look suitable for a particular situation 得体适合

某种场合

eg (1) But no matter how hard I tried to look the part there was still something missing (2) You might look the part you might sound the part but yoursquore not actually Chinese

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 attire n clothes 服饰

eg (1) A suit and tie is acceptable attire for any business situation (2) Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

Suggested answersDOs DONrsquoTs

1 Do you research and know the type of job interview you will be encountering2 Do dress professionally and appropriately for the job Your clothes must be neat clean and freshly pressed Avoid excessive jewelry excessive make-up or extremes of fashion3 Do arrive about 10 minutes early Late arrival for a job interview is never excusable

1 Donrsquot answer cell phone

calls during the interview

and do turn off your cell

phone or set it to silent

ring

2 Donrsquot bring up or discuss

personal issues or family

problems

3 Donrsquot answer questions

with a simple ldquoyesrdquo or ldquonordquo

Explain whenever

possible

DOs DONrsquoTs4 Do greet the receptionist or assistant with courtesy and respect This is where you make your first impression5 Do reply clearly and to the point6 Do stress your achievements Describe those things about yourself that showcase your talents skills and determination7 Do show enthusiasm in the position and the company8 Do make good eye contact with your interviewer(s)

4Donrsquot rely on your application

or resume to do the selling for

you No matter how qualified

you are for the position you

will need to sell yourself to

the interviewer

5 Donrsquot be overly aggressive

6 Donrsquot ever lie Answer

questions truthfully frankly

and succinctly And donrsquot

over-answer questions

7 Donrsquot inquire about salary

vacations bonuses

retirement or other benefits

until after yoursquove received an

offer

DOs DONrsquoTs9 Do remember that the interview is also an important time for you to evaluate the interviewer(s) and the company he or she represents10 Do show what you can do for the company rather than what the company can do for you11 Do write thank-you letters within 24 hours to each person who interviewed you

8 Donrsquot give the impression

that you are only interested

in an organisation because of

its attractive salary

9 Donrsquot act as though you

would take any job or are

desperate for employment

10 Donrsquot say anything negative

about former colleagues

supervisors or employers

11 Donrsquot place too much

importance on one job or

one interview these will be

other opportunities for youBACKBACK

ScriptsScripts

Interview 1Ms Crystal Letrsquos get straight to the point Why do you want this jobInterviewee 1 Well I read the job advertisement and the salary you offer

is much better than what Irsquom earning nowMs Crystal Is money important to youInterviewee 1 Oh yeah Itrsquos important to everyone isnrsquot it But itrsquos not

just that I believe you have a lot of hotels in the Caribbean and the Far East and that the employees can get cheap holidays therehellip

Interview 2Ms Crystal Do you enjoy meeting peopleInterviewee 2 Mm yeah itrsquos very interesting um I enjoy meeting um

different peoplehellip you know what I mean Theyrsquore all kind of uh sohellip um well um interestinghellip

BACKBACK

Warm-up

ScriptsScripts

Interview 3Ms Crystal Yoursquove worked in a bank for two years Why are you

interested in hotel reception workInterviewee 3 Well I like meeting people and I have a lot of

friends who work in the tourist industry In fact my friend Simon has just come back from Spain He is a tour guide in China Tour Company Hersquos told me so much about the tourist industry He really enjoys his work As a tour guide he can visit many different places and experience many different cultures

Ms Crystal Mm Do you speak any foreign languagesInterviewee 3 No but Irsquom good at painting I really enjoy painting

It gives me passion and happiness

Warm-up

ScriptsScripts

Interview 4Ms Crystal Are there any questions yoursquod like to ask meInterviewee 4 Uh no I canrsquot think of anythingMs Crystal Would you enjoy hotel reception workInterviewee 4 I donrsquot know I think so I donrsquot know much about it

really

BACKBACK

Interview 5Ms Crystal Why did you have five different jobs in the last yearInterviewee 5 Because of bad luck Stupid things really One of

the jobs was really good but it was a long way from home I had to spend a lot of time on the road and I was often caught in traffic jams I couldnrsquot bear it any longer so I quit Things like that you know

Ms Crystal Oh I seeInterviewee 5 Yeah and then I was trained to be a flight

attendant but later I found I had airsicknesshellip

Warm-up

Reading

Pre-reading Tasks

Reading

Comprehension

After-reading Tasks

BACKBACK

Pre-reading

TA RZAN

Pre-reading

a Do you know the story of Tarzan If not ask your partner about it

b Look at the cartoon pictures on the last page What is Tarzan trying to do How well does he do it

c Are you a ldquoMe Tarzan You Janerdquo type of person How can you avoid shyness when meeting people for the first time

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

Job-seeker Tips forJob-seeker Tips for

Making Good First ImpressionsMaking Good First Impressions

1 Life is all about making good first impressions with the people we meet This article provides tips for making good first impressions in business and networking situations in job interviews and when you are starting a new job

Compre-hension

1 __________________________________

2 When meeting people for the first time whether for career networking or client meetings itrsquos essential that you look the part In other words you must dress for the specific occasion Conduct a little research or contact the organisation responsible for the event to uncover the proper attire If you canrsquot be certain itrsquos always better to be overdressed than underdressed And itrsquos not just what you are wearingmdashbut how yoursquore wearing it so make sure your clothing is clean and well-pressed

3 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions Hair should be neatmdashand certainly not wind-swept For men facial hair should be either non-existent or well-maintained For women less make-up is always better than too much A light perfume or cologne is acceptable but be careful of overwhelming the people in the room Finally a minimal amount of tasteful jewelry is best

Compre-hension

4 A small but relatively unknown fact about name tagsmdashthey should be worn on the personrsquos right shoulder area so that when someone approaches to greet and shake hisher hand the personrsquos eyes follow the arm right up to the name tag making it much easier to greet the personmdashrather than looking all the way over to the other side of the person

5 Next up for first impressions are the handshake and greeting Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly No bone-crushers and no four-handed one-hand-over-the-other shakes And no sweaty handshakes If your nerves cause you to get wet palms carry a handkerchief in your pocket and wipe your hand before you do the meet and greet The greeting should be short and simple making certain you listen for the other personrsquos name For example I might greet someone in a business setting as ldquoHi Irsquom Dr Randall Hansen founder of Quintessential Careersrdquo Be certain to speak clearly and properly

Compre-hension

6 To nail the good impression yoursquore trying to make the last tip when yoursquore in this setting is not to make the conversation all about you You want to engage the other person in conversation making certain to use hisher name for emphasis You can of course talk about yourself but donrsquot make the whole conversation about youmdashand keep stories short Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to and share stories about that common interest And of course avoid talking about controversial subjects such as religion politics and sex If yoursquore naturally funny you might use humour and show your serious side also

Compre-hension 2 __________________________________

7 Because the job interview is usually your first face-to-face with the employers first impressions are especially crucial Arrive about 15 minutes early so you have time to find the exact office perhaps with a stop at a restroom to conduct a final grooming checkmdashas well as possibly complete some paperwork before the interview starts Always be polite to the support staff as the impression you make with them will often be factored into the hiring decision Of course dressing for success and proper grooming are essential Never arrive with any kind of food in your mouth or on your teeth and try not to smoke right before the interview Turn off your cell phone on the way to the interview In the interview smiling and making strong eye contact are important elements to establishing a good impression Answering interview questions with ease (showcasing your interview preparation) and asking questions of the interviewer are vital to making a good impression A great way to cement a strong first impression is writing a thank-you note after the interview

Compre-hension

3 __________________________________

8 The first impressions you make with your co-workers and supervisor will go a long way to building a solid reputation for yourself In those first days and weeks yoursquoll want to arrive a bit early take no more than your allotted breaks during the day leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area and avoid calling in sick or taking personal days In terms of actual work yoursquoll want to show your team spirit by supporting the team perhaps even offering to take on a bit more than usual if the team needs it Listen more than talk in those early days and certainly do not showboat until you have firmly established your reputation as a solid worker and team player And it should go without saying but stay clear of all office politics and gossip Finally remember to keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

Compre-hension

4 _________________________________

9 You might think that making a good first impression is really about using common sensemdashand you would be correct At the same time we constantly hear horror stories from recruiters and employers about the unfortunate things jobseekers domdashresulting in extremely poor first (and often last) impressions Use your common sensemdashand follow the tips in this articlemdashand you will go far in making a good firstimpression

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

1 essential adj extremely important and necessary 绝对必要的 eg (1) It is essential that we win the game (2) Hard work is essential But theres also a time for rest and relaxation

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

2 look the part to look suitable for a particular situation 得体适合

某种场合

eg (1) But no matter how hard I tried to look the part there was still something missing (2) You might look the part you might sound the part but yoursquore not actually Chinese

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 attire n clothes 服饰

eg (1) A suit and tie is acceptable attire for any business situation (2) Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

DOs DONrsquoTs4 Do greet the receptionist or assistant with courtesy and respect This is where you make your first impression5 Do reply clearly and to the point6 Do stress your achievements Describe those things about yourself that showcase your talents skills and determination7 Do show enthusiasm in the position and the company8 Do make good eye contact with your interviewer(s)

4Donrsquot rely on your application

or resume to do the selling for

you No matter how qualified

you are for the position you

will need to sell yourself to

the interviewer

5 Donrsquot be overly aggressive

6 Donrsquot ever lie Answer

questions truthfully frankly

and succinctly And donrsquot

over-answer questions

7 Donrsquot inquire about salary

vacations bonuses

retirement or other benefits

until after yoursquove received an

offer

DOs DONrsquoTs9 Do remember that the interview is also an important time for you to evaluate the interviewer(s) and the company he or she represents10 Do show what you can do for the company rather than what the company can do for you11 Do write thank-you letters within 24 hours to each person who interviewed you

8 Donrsquot give the impression

that you are only interested

in an organisation because of

its attractive salary

9 Donrsquot act as though you

would take any job or are

desperate for employment

10 Donrsquot say anything negative

about former colleagues

supervisors or employers

11 Donrsquot place too much

importance on one job or

one interview these will be

other opportunities for youBACKBACK

ScriptsScripts

Interview 1Ms Crystal Letrsquos get straight to the point Why do you want this jobInterviewee 1 Well I read the job advertisement and the salary you offer

is much better than what Irsquom earning nowMs Crystal Is money important to youInterviewee 1 Oh yeah Itrsquos important to everyone isnrsquot it But itrsquos not

just that I believe you have a lot of hotels in the Caribbean and the Far East and that the employees can get cheap holidays therehellip

Interview 2Ms Crystal Do you enjoy meeting peopleInterviewee 2 Mm yeah itrsquos very interesting um I enjoy meeting um

different peoplehellip you know what I mean Theyrsquore all kind of uh sohellip um well um interestinghellip

BACKBACK

Warm-up

ScriptsScripts

Interview 3Ms Crystal Yoursquove worked in a bank for two years Why are you

interested in hotel reception workInterviewee 3 Well I like meeting people and I have a lot of

friends who work in the tourist industry In fact my friend Simon has just come back from Spain He is a tour guide in China Tour Company Hersquos told me so much about the tourist industry He really enjoys his work As a tour guide he can visit many different places and experience many different cultures

Ms Crystal Mm Do you speak any foreign languagesInterviewee 3 No but Irsquom good at painting I really enjoy painting

It gives me passion and happiness

Warm-up

ScriptsScripts

Interview 4Ms Crystal Are there any questions yoursquod like to ask meInterviewee 4 Uh no I canrsquot think of anythingMs Crystal Would you enjoy hotel reception workInterviewee 4 I donrsquot know I think so I donrsquot know much about it

really

BACKBACK

Interview 5Ms Crystal Why did you have five different jobs in the last yearInterviewee 5 Because of bad luck Stupid things really One of

the jobs was really good but it was a long way from home I had to spend a lot of time on the road and I was often caught in traffic jams I couldnrsquot bear it any longer so I quit Things like that you know

Ms Crystal Oh I seeInterviewee 5 Yeah and then I was trained to be a flight

attendant but later I found I had airsicknesshellip

Warm-up

Reading

Pre-reading Tasks

Reading

Comprehension

After-reading Tasks

BACKBACK

Pre-reading

TA RZAN

Pre-reading

a Do you know the story of Tarzan If not ask your partner about it

b Look at the cartoon pictures on the last page What is Tarzan trying to do How well does he do it

c Are you a ldquoMe Tarzan You Janerdquo type of person How can you avoid shyness when meeting people for the first time

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

Job-seeker Tips forJob-seeker Tips for

Making Good First ImpressionsMaking Good First Impressions

1 Life is all about making good first impressions with the people we meet This article provides tips for making good first impressions in business and networking situations in job interviews and when you are starting a new job

Compre-hension

1 __________________________________

2 When meeting people for the first time whether for career networking or client meetings itrsquos essential that you look the part In other words you must dress for the specific occasion Conduct a little research or contact the organisation responsible for the event to uncover the proper attire If you canrsquot be certain itrsquos always better to be overdressed than underdressed And itrsquos not just what you are wearingmdashbut how yoursquore wearing it so make sure your clothing is clean and well-pressed

3 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions Hair should be neatmdashand certainly not wind-swept For men facial hair should be either non-existent or well-maintained For women less make-up is always better than too much A light perfume or cologne is acceptable but be careful of overwhelming the people in the room Finally a minimal amount of tasteful jewelry is best

Compre-hension

4 A small but relatively unknown fact about name tagsmdashthey should be worn on the personrsquos right shoulder area so that when someone approaches to greet and shake hisher hand the personrsquos eyes follow the arm right up to the name tag making it much easier to greet the personmdashrather than looking all the way over to the other side of the person

5 Next up for first impressions are the handshake and greeting Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly No bone-crushers and no four-handed one-hand-over-the-other shakes And no sweaty handshakes If your nerves cause you to get wet palms carry a handkerchief in your pocket and wipe your hand before you do the meet and greet The greeting should be short and simple making certain you listen for the other personrsquos name For example I might greet someone in a business setting as ldquoHi Irsquom Dr Randall Hansen founder of Quintessential Careersrdquo Be certain to speak clearly and properly

Compre-hension

6 To nail the good impression yoursquore trying to make the last tip when yoursquore in this setting is not to make the conversation all about you You want to engage the other person in conversation making certain to use hisher name for emphasis You can of course talk about yourself but donrsquot make the whole conversation about youmdashand keep stories short Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to and share stories about that common interest And of course avoid talking about controversial subjects such as religion politics and sex If yoursquore naturally funny you might use humour and show your serious side also

Compre-hension 2 __________________________________

7 Because the job interview is usually your first face-to-face with the employers first impressions are especially crucial Arrive about 15 minutes early so you have time to find the exact office perhaps with a stop at a restroom to conduct a final grooming checkmdashas well as possibly complete some paperwork before the interview starts Always be polite to the support staff as the impression you make with them will often be factored into the hiring decision Of course dressing for success and proper grooming are essential Never arrive with any kind of food in your mouth or on your teeth and try not to smoke right before the interview Turn off your cell phone on the way to the interview In the interview smiling and making strong eye contact are important elements to establishing a good impression Answering interview questions with ease (showcasing your interview preparation) and asking questions of the interviewer are vital to making a good impression A great way to cement a strong first impression is writing a thank-you note after the interview

Compre-hension

3 __________________________________

8 The first impressions you make with your co-workers and supervisor will go a long way to building a solid reputation for yourself In those first days and weeks yoursquoll want to arrive a bit early take no more than your allotted breaks during the day leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area and avoid calling in sick or taking personal days In terms of actual work yoursquoll want to show your team spirit by supporting the team perhaps even offering to take on a bit more than usual if the team needs it Listen more than talk in those early days and certainly do not showboat until you have firmly established your reputation as a solid worker and team player And it should go without saying but stay clear of all office politics and gossip Finally remember to keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

Compre-hension

4 _________________________________

9 You might think that making a good first impression is really about using common sensemdashand you would be correct At the same time we constantly hear horror stories from recruiters and employers about the unfortunate things jobseekers domdashresulting in extremely poor first (and often last) impressions Use your common sensemdashand follow the tips in this articlemdashand you will go far in making a good firstimpression

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

1 essential adj extremely important and necessary 绝对必要的 eg (1) It is essential that we win the game (2) Hard work is essential But theres also a time for rest and relaxation

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

2 look the part to look suitable for a particular situation 得体适合

某种场合

eg (1) But no matter how hard I tried to look the part there was still something missing (2) You might look the part you might sound the part but yoursquore not actually Chinese

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 attire n clothes 服饰

eg (1) A suit and tie is acceptable attire for any business situation (2) Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

DOs DONrsquoTs9 Do remember that the interview is also an important time for you to evaluate the interviewer(s) and the company he or she represents10 Do show what you can do for the company rather than what the company can do for you11 Do write thank-you letters within 24 hours to each person who interviewed you

8 Donrsquot give the impression

that you are only interested

in an organisation because of

its attractive salary

9 Donrsquot act as though you

would take any job or are

desperate for employment

10 Donrsquot say anything negative

about former colleagues

supervisors or employers

11 Donrsquot place too much

importance on one job or

one interview these will be

other opportunities for youBACKBACK

ScriptsScripts

Interview 1Ms Crystal Letrsquos get straight to the point Why do you want this jobInterviewee 1 Well I read the job advertisement and the salary you offer

is much better than what Irsquom earning nowMs Crystal Is money important to youInterviewee 1 Oh yeah Itrsquos important to everyone isnrsquot it But itrsquos not

just that I believe you have a lot of hotels in the Caribbean and the Far East and that the employees can get cheap holidays therehellip

Interview 2Ms Crystal Do you enjoy meeting peopleInterviewee 2 Mm yeah itrsquos very interesting um I enjoy meeting um

different peoplehellip you know what I mean Theyrsquore all kind of uh sohellip um well um interestinghellip

BACKBACK

Warm-up

ScriptsScripts

Interview 3Ms Crystal Yoursquove worked in a bank for two years Why are you

interested in hotel reception workInterviewee 3 Well I like meeting people and I have a lot of

friends who work in the tourist industry In fact my friend Simon has just come back from Spain He is a tour guide in China Tour Company Hersquos told me so much about the tourist industry He really enjoys his work As a tour guide he can visit many different places and experience many different cultures

Ms Crystal Mm Do you speak any foreign languagesInterviewee 3 No but Irsquom good at painting I really enjoy painting

It gives me passion and happiness

Warm-up

ScriptsScripts

Interview 4Ms Crystal Are there any questions yoursquod like to ask meInterviewee 4 Uh no I canrsquot think of anythingMs Crystal Would you enjoy hotel reception workInterviewee 4 I donrsquot know I think so I donrsquot know much about it

really

BACKBACK

Interview 5Ms Crystal Why did you have five different jobs in the last yearInterviewee 5 Because of bad luck Stupid things really One of

the jobs was really good but it was a long way from home I had to spend a lot of time on the road and I was often caught in traffic jams I couldnrsquot bear it any longer so I quit Things like that you know

Ms Crystal Oh I seeInterviewee 5 Yeah and then I was trained to be a flight

attendant but later I found I had airsicknesshellip

Warm-up

Reading

Pre-reading Tasks

Reading

Comprehension

After-reading Tasks

BACKBACK

Pre-reading

TA RZAN

Pre-reading

a Do you know the story of Tarzan If not ask your partner about it

b Look at the cartoon pictures on the last page What is Tarzan trying to do How well does he do it

c Are you a ldquoMe Tarzan You Janerdquo type of person How can you avoid shyness when meeting people for the first time

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

Job-seeker Tips forJob-seeker Tips for

Making Good First ImpressionsMaking Good First Impressions

1 Life is all about making good first impressions with the people we meet This article provides tips for making good first impressions in business and networking situations in job interviews and when you are starting a new job

Compre-hension

1 __________________________________

2 When meeting people for the first time whether for career networking or client meetings itrsquos essential that you look the part In other words you must dress for the specific occasion Conduct a little research or contact the organisation responsible for the event to uncover the proper attire If you canrsquot be certain itrsquos always better to be overdressed than underdressed And itrsquos not just what you are wearingmdashbut how yoursquore wearing it so make sure your clothing is clean and well-pressed

3 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions Hair should be neatmdashand certainly not wind-swept For men facial hair should be either non-existent or well-maintained For women less make-up is always better than too much A light perfume or cologne is acceptable but be careful of overwhelming the people in the room Finally a minimal amount of tasteful jewelry is best

Compre-hension

4 A small but relatively unknown fact about name tagsmdashthey should be worn on the personrsquos right shoulder area so that when someone approaches to greet and shake hisher hand the personrsquos eyes follow the arm right up to the name tag making it much easier to greet the personmdashrather than looking all the way over to the other side of the person

5 Next up for first impressions are the handshake and greeting Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly No bone-crushers and no four-handed one-hand-over-the-other shakes And no sweaty handshakes If your nerves cause you to get wet palms carry a handkerchief in your pocket and wipe your hand before you do the meet and greet The greeting should be short and simple making certain you listen for the other personrsquos name For example I might greet someone in a business setting as ldquoHi Irsquom Dr Randall Hansen founder of Quintessential Careersrdquo Be certain to speak clearly and properly

Compre-hension

6 To nail the good impression yoursquore trying to make the last tip when yoursquore in this setting is not to make the conversation all about you You want to engage the other person in conversation making certain to use hisher name for emphasis You can of course talk about yourself but donrsquot make the whole conversation about youmdashand keep stories short Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to and share stories about that common interest And of course avoid talking about controversial subjects such as religion politics and sex If yoursquore naturally funny you might use humour and show your serious side also

Compre-hension 2 __________________________________

7 Because the job interview is usually your first face-to-face with the employers first impressions are especially crucial Arrive about 15 minutes early so you have time to find the exact office perhaps with a stop at a restroom to conduct a final grooming checkmdashas well as possibly complete some paperwork before the interview starts Always be polite to the support staff as the impression you make with them will often be factored into the hiring decision Of course dressing for success and proper grooming are essential Never arrive with any kind of food in your mouth or on your teeth and try not to smoke right before the interview Turn off your cell phone on the way to the interview In the interview smiling and making strong eye contact are important elements to establishing a good impression Answering interview questions with ease (showcasing your interview preparation) and asking questions of the interviewer are vital to making a good impression A great way to cement a strong first impression is writing a thank-you note after the interview

Compre-hension

3 __________________________________

8 The first impressions you make with your co-workers and supervisor will go a long way to building a solid reputation for yourself In those first days and weeks yoursquoll want to arrive a bit early take no more than your allotted breaks during the day leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area and avoid calling in sick or taking personal days In terms of actual work yoursquoll want to show your team spirit by supporting the team perhaps even offering to take on a bit more than usual if the team needs it Listen more than talk in those early days and certainly do not showboat until you have firmly established your reputation as a solid worker and team player And it should go without saying but stay clear of all office politics and gossip Finally remember to keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

Compre-hension

4 _________________________________

9 You might think that making a good first impression is really about using common sensemdashand you would be correct At the same time we constantly hear horror stories from recruiters and employers about the unfortunate things jobseekers domdashresulting in extremely poor first (and often last) impressions Use your common sensemdashand follow the tips in this articlemdashand you will go far in making a good firstimpression

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

1 essential adj extremely important and necessary 绝对必要的 eg (1) It is essential that we win the game (2) Hard work is essential But theres also a time for rest and relaxation

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

2 look the part to look suitable for a particular situation 得体适合

某种场合

eg (1) But no matter how hard I tried to look the part there was still something missing (2) You might look the part you might sound the part but yoursquore not actually Chinese

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 attire n clothes 服饰

eg (1) A suit and tie is acceptable attire for any business situation (2) Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

ScriptsScripts

Interview 1Ms Crystal Letrsquos get straight to the point Why do you want this jobInterviewee 1 Well I read the job advertisement and the salary you offer

is much better than what Irsquom earning nowMs Crystal Is money important to youInterviewee 1 Oh yeah Itrsquos important to everyone isnrsquot it But itrsquos not

just that I believe you have a lot of hotels in the Caribbean and the Far East and that the employees can get cheap holidays therehellip

Interview 2Ms Crystal Do you enjoy meeting peopleInterviewee 2 Mm yeah itrsquos very interesting um I enjoy meeting um

different peoplehellip you know what I mean Theyrsquore all kind of uh sohellip um well um interestinghellip

BACKBACK

Warm-up

ScriptsScripts

Interview 3Ms Crystal Yoursquove worked in a bank for two years Why are you

interested in hotel reception workInterviewee 3 Well I like meeting people and I have a lot of

friends who work in the tourist industry In fact my friend Simon has just come back from Spain He is a tour guide in China Tour Company Hersquos told me so much about the tourist industry He really enjoys his work As a tour guide he can visit many different places and experience many different cultures

Ms Crystal Mm Do you speak any foreign languagesInterviewee 3 No but Irsquom good at painting I really enjoy painting

It gives me passion and happiness

Warm-up

ScriptsScripts

Interview 4Ms Crystal Are there any questions yoursquod like to ask meInterviewee 4 Uh no I canrsquot think of anythingMs Crystal Would you enjoy hotel reception workInterviewee 4 I donrsquot know I think so I donrsquot know much about it

really

BACKBACK

Interview 5Ms Crystal Why did you have five different jobs in the last yearInterviewee 5 Because of bad luck Stupid things really One of

the jobs was really good but it was a long way from home I had to spend a lot of time on the road and I was often caught in traffic jams I couldnrsquot bear it any longer so I quit Things like that you know

Ms Crystal Oh I seeInterviewee 5 Yeah and then I was trained to be a flight

attendant but later I found I had airsicknesshellip

Warm-up

Reading

Pre-reading Tasks

Reading

Comprehension

After-reading Tasks

BACKBACK

Pre-reading

TA RZAN

Pre-reading

a Do you know the story of Tarzan If not ask your partner about it

b Look at the cartoon pictures on the last page What is Tarzan trying to do How well does he do it

c Are you a ldquoMe Tarzan You Janerdquo type of person How can you avoid shyness when meeting people for the first time

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

Job-seeker Tips forJob-seeker Tips for

Making Good First ImpressionsMaking Good First Impressions

1 Life is all about making good first impressions with the people we meet This article provides tips for making good first impressions in business and networking situations in job interviews and when you are starting a new job

Compre-hension

1 __________________________________

2 When meeting people for the first time whether for career networking or client meetings itrsquos essential that you look the part In other words you must dress for the specific occasion Conduct a little research or contact the organisation responsible for the event to uncover the proper attire If you canrsquot be certain itrsquos always better to be overdressed than underdressed And itrsquos not just what you are wearingmdashbut how yoursquore wearing it so make sure your clothing is clean and well-pressed

3 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions Hair should be neatmdashand certainly not wind-swept For men facial hair should be either non-existent or well-maintained For women less make-up is always better than too much A light perfume or cologne is acceptable but be careful of overwhelming the people in the room Finally a minimal amount of tasteful jewelry is best

Compre-hension

4 A small but relatively unknown fact about name tagsmdashthey should be worn on the personrsquos right shoulder area so that when someone approaches to greet and shake hisher hand the personrsquos eyes follow the arm right up to the name tag making it much easier to greet the personmdashrather than looking all the way over to the other side of the person

5 Next up for first impressions are the handshake and greeting Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly No bone-crushers and no four-handed one-hand-over-the-other shakes And no sweaty handshakes If your nerves cause you to get wet palms carry a handkerchief in your pocket and wipe your hand before you do the meet and greet The greeting should be short and simple making certain you listen for the other personrsquos name For example I might greet someone in a business setting as ldquoHi Irsquom Dr Randall Hansen founder of Quintessential Careersrdquo Be certain to speak clearly and properly

Compre-hension

6 To nail the good impression yoursquore trying to make the last tip when yoursquore in this setting is not to make the conversation all about you You want to engage the other person in conversation making certain to use hisher name for emphasis You can of course talk about yourself but donrsquot make the whole conversation about youmdashand keep stories short Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to and share stories about that common interest And of course avoid talking about controversial subjects such as religion politics and sex If yoursquore naturally funny you might use humour and show your serious side also

Compre-hension 2 __________________________________

7 Because the job interview is usually your first face-to-face with the employers first impressions are especially crucial Arrive about 15 minutes early so you have time to find the exact office perhaps with a stop at a restroom to conduct a final grooming checkmdashas well as possibly complete some paperwork before the interview starts Always be polite to the support staff as the impression you make with them will often be factored into the hiring decision Of course dressing for success and proper grooming are essential Never arrive with any kind of food in your mouth or on your teeth and try not to smoke right before the interview Turn off your cell phone on the way to the interview In the interview smiling and making strong eye contact are important elements to establishing a good impression Answering interview questions with ease (showcasing your interview preparation) and asking questions of the interviewer are vital to making a good impression A great way to cement a strong first impression is writing a thank-you note after the interview

Compre-hension

3 __________________________________

8 The first impressions you make with your co-workers and supervisor will go a long way to building a solid reputation for yourself In those first days and weeks yoursquoll want to arrive a bit early take no more than your allotted breaks during the day leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area and avoid calling in sick or taking personal days In terms of actual work yoursquoll want to show your team spirit by supporting the team perhaps even offering to take on a bit more than usual if the team needs it Listen more than talk in those early days and certainly do not showboat until you have firmly established your reputation as a solid worker and team player And it should go without saying but stay clear of all office politics and gossip Finally remember to keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

Compre-hension

4 _________________________________

9 You might think that making a good first impression is really about using common sensemdashand you would be correct At the same time we constantly hear horror stories from recruiters and employers about the unfortunate things jobseekers domdashresulting in extremely poor first (and often last) impressions Use your common sensemdashand follow the tips in this articlemdashand you will go far in making a good firstimpression

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

1 essential adj extremely important and necessary 绝对必要的 eg (1) It is essential that we win the game (2) Hard work is essential But theres also a time for rest and relaxation

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

2 look the part to look suitable for a particular situation 得体适合

某种场合

eg (1) But no matter how hard I tried to look the part there was still something missing (2) You might look the part you might sound the part but yoursquore not actually Chinese

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 attire n clothes 服饰

eg (1) A suit and tie is acceptable attire for any business situation (2) Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

ScriptsScripts

Interview 3Ms Crystal Yoursquove worked in a bank for two years Why are you

interested in hotel reception workInterviewee 3 Well I like meeting people and I have a lot of

friends who work in the tourist industry In fact my friend Simon has just come back from Spain He is a tour guide in China Tour Company Hersquos told me so much about the tourist industry He really enjoys his work As a tour guide he can visit many different places and experience many different cultures

Ms Crystal Mm Do you speak any foreign languagesInterviewee 3 No but Irsquom good at painting I really enjoy painting

It gives me passion and happiness

Warm-up

ScriptsScripts

Interview 4Ms Crystal Are there any questions yoursquod like to ask meInterviewee 4 Uh no I canrsquot think of anythingMs Crystal Would you enjoy hotel reception workInterviewee 4 I donrsquot know I think so I donrsquot know much about it

really

BACKBACK

Interview 5Ms Crystal Why did you have five different jobs in the last yearInterviewee 5 Because of bad luck Stupid things really One of

the jobs was really good but it was a long way from home I had to spend a lot of time on the road and I was often caught in traffic jams I couldnrsquot bear it any longer so I quit Things like that you know

Ms Crystal Oh I seeInterviewee 5 Yeah and then I was trained to be a flight

attendant but later I found I had airsicknesshellip

Warm-up

Reading

Pre-reading Tasks

Reading

Comprehension

After-reading Tasks

BACKBACK

Pre-reading

TA RZAN

Pre-reading

a Do you know the story of Tarzan If not ask your partner about it

b Look at the cartoon pictures on the last page What is Tarzan trying to do How well does he do it

c Are you a ldquoMe Tarzan You Janerdquo type of person How can you avoid shyness when meeting people for the first time

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

Job-seeker Tips forJob-seeker Tips for

Making Good First ImpressionsMaking Good First Impressions

1 Life is all about making good first impressions with the people we meet This article provides tips for making good first impressions in business and networking situations in job interviews and when you are starting a new job

Compre-hension

1 __________________________________

2 When meeting people for the first time whether for career networking or client meetings itrsquos essential that you look the part In other words you must dress for the specific occasion Conduct a little research or contact the organisation responsible for the event to uncover the proper attire If you canrsquot be certain itrsquos always better to be overdressed than underdressed And itrsquos not just what you are wearingmdashbut how yoursquore wearing it so make sure your clothing is clean and well-pressed

3 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions Hair should be neatmdashand certainly not wind-swept For men facial hair should be either non-existent or well-maintained For women less make-up is always better than too much A light perfume or cologne is acceptable but be careful of overwhelming the people in the room Finally a minimal amount of tasteful jewelry is best

Compre-hension

4 A small but relatively unknown fact about name tagsmdashthey should be worn on the personrsquos right shoulder area so that when someone approaches to greet and shake hisher hand the personrsquos eyes follow the arm right up to the name tag making it much easier to greet the personmdashrather than looking all the way over to the other side of the person

5 Next up for first impressions are the handshake and greeting Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly No bone-crushers and no four-handed one-hand-over-the-other shakes And no sweaty handshakes If your nerves cause you to get wet palms carry a handkerchief in your pocket and wipe your hand before you do the meet and greet The greeting should be short and simple making certain you listen for the other personrsquos name For example I might greet someone in a business setting as ldquoHi Irsquom Dr Randall Hansen founder of Quintessential Careersrdquo Be certain to speak clearly and properly

Compre-hension

6 To nail the good impression yoursquore trying to make the last tip when yoursquore in this setting is not to make the conversation all about you You want to engage the other person in conversation making certain to use hisher name for emphasis You can of course talk about yourself but donrsquot make the whole conversation about youmdashand keep stories short Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to and share stories about that common interest And of course avoid talking about controversial subjects such as religion politics and sex If yoursquore naturally funny you might use humour and show your serious side also

Compre-hension 2 __________________________________

7 Because the job interview is usually your first face-to-face with the employers first impressions are especially crucial Arrive about 15 minutes early so you have time to find the exact office perhaps with a stop at a restroom to conduct a final grooming checkmdashas well as possibly complete some paperwork before the interview starts Always be polite to the support staff as the impression you make with them will often be factored into the hiring decision Of course dressing for success and proper grooming are essential Never arrive with any kind of food in your mouth or on your teeth and try not to smoke right before the interview Turn off your cell phone on the way to the interview In the interview smiling and making strong eye contact are important elements to establishing a good impression Answering interview questions with ease (showcasing your interview preparation) and asking questions of the interviewer are vital to making a good impression A great way to cement a strong first impression is writing a thank-you note after the interview

Compre-hension

3 __________________________________

8 The first impressions you make with your co-workers and supervisor will go a long way to building a solid reputation for yourself In those first days and weeks yoursquoll want to arrive a bit early take no more than your allotted breaks during the day leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area and avoid calling in sick or taking personal days In terms of actual work yoursquoll want to show your team spirit by supporting the team perhaps even offering to take on a bit more than usual if the team needs it Listen more than talk in those early days and certainly do not showboat until you have firmly established your reputation as a solid worker and team player And it should go without saying but stay clear of all office politics and gossip Finally remember to keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

Compre-hension

4 _________________________________

9 You might think that making a good first impression is really about using common sensemdashand you would be correct At the same time we constantly hear horror stories from recruiters and employers about the unfortunate things jobseekers domdashresulting in extremely poor first (and often last) impressions Use your common sensemdashand follow the tips in this articlemdashand you will go far in making a good firstimpression

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

1 essential adj extremely important and necessary 绝对必要的 eg (1) It is essential that we win the game (2) Hard work is essential But theres also a time for rest and relaxation

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

2 look the part to look suitable for a particular situation 得体适合

某种场合

eg (1) But no matter how hard I tried to look the part there was still something missing (2) You might look the part you might sound the part but yoursquore not actually Chinese

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 attire n clothes 服饰

eg (1) A suit and tie is acceptable attire for any business situation (2) Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

ScriptsScripts

Interview 4Ms Crystal Are there any questions yoursquod like to ask meInterviewee 4 Uh no I canrsquot think of anythingMs Crystal Would you enjoy hotel reception workInterviewee 4 I donrsquot know I think so I donrsquot know much about it

really

BACKBACK

Interview 5Ms Crystal Why did you have five different jobs in the last yearInterviewee 5 Because of bad luck Stupid things really One of

the jobs was really good but it was a long way from home I had to spend a lot of time on the road and I was often caught in traffic jams I couldnrsquot bear it any longer so I quit Things like that you know

Ms Crystal Oh I seeInterviewee 5 Yeah and then I was trained to be a flight

attendant but later I found I had airsicknesshellip

Warm-up

Reading

Pre-reading Tasks

Reading

Comprehension

After-reading Tasks

BACKBACK

Pre-reading

TA RZAN

Pre-reading

a Do you know the story of Tarzan If not ask your partner about it

b Look at the cartoon pictures on the last page What is Tarzan trying to do How well does he do it

c Are you a ldquoMe Tarzan You Janerdquo type of person How can you avoid shyness when meeting people for the first time

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

Job-seeker Tips forJob-seeker Tips for

Making Good First ImpressionsMaking Good First Impressions

1 Life is all about making good first impressions with the people we meet This article provides tips for making good first impressions in business and networking situations in job interviews and when you are starting a new job

Compre-hension

1 __________________________________

2 When meeting people for the first time whether for career networking or client meetings itrsquos essential that you look the part In other words you must dress for the specific occasion Conduct a little research or contact the organisation responsible for the event to uncover the proper attire If you canrsquot be certain itrsquos always better to be overdressed than underdressed And itrsquos not just what you are wearingmdashbut how yoursquore wearing it so make sure your clothing is clean and well-pressed

3 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions Hair should be neatmdashand certainly not wind-swept For men facial hair should be either non-existent or well-maintained For women less make-up is always better than too much A light perfume or cologne is acceptable but be careful of overwhelming the people in the room Finally a minimal amount of tasteful jewelry is best

Compre-hension

4 A small but relatively unknown fact about name tagsmdashthey should be worn on the personrsquos right shoulder area so that when someone approaches to greet and shake hisher hand the personrsquos eyes follow the arm right up to the name tag making it much easier to greet the personmdashrather than looking all the way over to the other side of the person

5 Next up for first impressions are the handshake and greeting Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly No bone-crushers and no four-handed one-hand-over-the-other shakes And no sweaty handshakes If your nerves cause you to get wet palms carry a handkerchief in your pocket and wipe your hand before you do the meet and greet The greeting should be short and simple making certain you listen for the other personrsquos name For example I might greet someone in a business setting as ldquoHi Irsquom Dr Randall Hansen founder of Quintessential Careersrdquo Be certain to speak clearly and properly

Compre-hension

6 To nail the good impression yoursquore trying to make the last tip when yoursquore in this setting is not to make the conversation all about you You want to engage the other person in conversation making certain to use hisher name for emphasis You can of course talk about yourself but donrsquot make the whole conversation about youmdashand keep stories short Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to and share stories about that common interest And of course avoid talking about controversial subjects such as religion politics and sex If yoursquore naturally funny you might use humour and show your serious side also

Compre-hension 2 __________________________________

7 Because the job interview is usually your first face-to-face with the employers first impressions are especially crucial Arrive about 15 minutes early so you have time to find the exact office perhaps with a stop at a restroom to conduct a final grooming checkmdashas well as possibly complete some paperwork before the interview starts Always be polite to the support staff as the impression you make with them will often be factored into the hiring decision Of course dressing for success and proper grooming are essential Never arrive with any kind of food in your mouth or on your teeth and try not to smoke right before the interview Turn off your cell phone on the way to the interview In the interview smiling and making strong eye contact are important elements to establishing a good impression Answering interview questions with ease (showcasing your interview preparation) and asking questions of the interviewer are vital to making a good impression A great way to cement a strong first impression is writing a thank-you note after the interview

Compre-hension

3 __________________________________

8 The first impressions you make with your co-workers and supervisor will go a long way to building a solid reputation for yourself In those first days and weeks yoursquoll want to arrive a bit early take no more than your allotted breaks during the day leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area and avoid calling in sick or taking personal days In terms of actual work yoursquoll want to show your team spirit by supporting the team perhaps even offering to take on a bit more than usual if the team needs it Listen more than talk in those early days and certainly do not showboat until you have firmly established your reputation as a solid worker and team player And it should go without saying but stay clear of all office politics and gossip Finally remember to keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

Compre-hension

4 _________________________________

9 You might think that making a good first impression is really about using common sensemdashand you would be correct At the same time we constantly hear horror stories from recruiters and employers about the unfortunate things jobseekers domdashresulting in extremely poor first (and often last) impressions Use your common sensemdashand follow the tips in this articlemdashand you will go far in making a good firstimpression

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

1 essential adj extremely important and necessary 绝对必要的 eg (1) It is essential that we win the game (2) Hard work is essential But theres also a time for rest and relaxation

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

2 look the part to look suitable for a particular situation 得体适合

某种场合

eg (1) But no matter how hard I tried to look the part there was still something missing (2) You might look the part you might sound the part but yoursquore not actually Chinese

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 attire n clothes 服饰

eg (1) A suit and tie is acceptable attire for any business situation (2) Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

Reading

Pre-reading Tasks

Reading

Comprehension

After-reading Tasks

BACKBACK

Pre-reading

TA RZAN

Pre-reading

a Do you know the story of Tarzan If not ask your partner about it

b Look at the cartoon pictures on the last page What is Tarzan trying to do How well does he do it

c Are you a ldquoMe Tarzan You Janerdquo type of person How can you avoid shyness when meeting people for the first time

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

Job-seeker Tips forJob-seeker Tips for

Making Good First ImpressionsMaking Good First Impressions

1 Life is all about making good first impressions with the people we meet This article provides tips for making good first impressions in business and networking situations in job interviews and when you are starting a new job

Compre-hension

1 __________________________________

2 When meeting people for the first time whether for career networking or client meetings itrsquos essential that you look the part In other words you must dress for the specific occasion Conduct a little research or contact the organisation responsible for the event to uncover the proper attire If you canrsquot be certain itrsquos always better to be overdressed than underdressed And itrsquos not just what you are wearingmdashbut how yoursquore wearing it so make sure your clothing is clean and well-pressed

3 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions Hair should be neatmdashand certainly not wind-swept For men facial hair should be either non-existent or well-maintained For women less make-up is always better than too much A light perfume or cologne is acceptable but be careful of overwhelming the people in the room Finally a minimal amount of tasteful jewelry is best

Compre-hension

4 A small but relatively unknown fact about name tagsmdashthey should be worn on the personrsquos right shoulder area so that when someone approaches to greet and shake hisher hand the personrsquos eyes follow the arm right up to the name tag making it much easier to greet the personmdashrather than looking all the way over to the other side of the person

5 Next up for first impressions are the handshake and greeting Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly No bone-crushers and no four-handed one-hand-over-the-other shakes And no sweaty handshakes If your nerves cause you to get wet palms carry a handkerchief in your pocket and wipe your hand before you do the meet and greet The greeting should be short and simple making certain you listen for the other personrsquos name For example I might greet someone in a business setting as ldquoHi Irsquom Dr Randall Hansen founder of Quintessential Careersrdquo Be certain to speak clearly and properly

Compre-hension

6 To nail the good impression yoursquore trying to make the last tip when yoursquore in this setting is not to make the conversation all about you You want to engage the other person in conversation making certain to use hisher name for emphasis You can of course talk about yourself but donrsquot make the whole conversation about youmdashand keep stories short Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to and share stories about that common interest And of course avoid talking about controversial subjects such as religion politics and sex If yoursquore naturally funny you might use humour and show your serious side also

Compre-hension 2 __________________________________

7 Because the job interview is usually your first face-to-face with the employers first impressions are especially crucial Arrive about 15 minutes early so you have time to find the exact office perhaps with a stop at a restroom to conduct a final grooming checkmdashas well as possibly complete some paperwork before the interview starts Always be polite to the support staff as the impression you make with them will often be factored into the hiring decision Of course dressing for success and proper grooming are essential Never arrive with any kind of food in your mouth or on your teeth and try not to smoke right before the interview Turn off your cell phone on the way to the interview In the interview smiling and making strong eye contact are important elements to establishing a good impression Answering interview questions with ease (showcasing your interview preparation) and asking questions of the interviewer are vital to making a good impression A great way to cement a strong first impression is writing a thank-you note after the interview

Compre-hension

3 __________________________________

8 The first impressions you make with your co-workers and supervisor will go a long way to building a solid reputation for yourself In those first days and weeks yoursquoll want to arrive a bit early take no more than your allotted breaks during the day leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area and avoid calling in sick or taking personal days In terms of actual work yoursquoll want to show your team spirit by supporting the team perhaps even offering to take on a bit more than usual if the team needs it Listen more than talk in those early days and certainly do not showboat until you have firmly established your reputation as a solid worker and team player And it should go without saying but stay clear of all office politics and gossip Finally remember to keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

Compre-hension

4 _________________________________

9 You might think that making a good first impression is really about using common sensemdashand you would be correct At the same time we constantly hear horror stories from recruiters and employers about the unfortunate things jobseekers domdashresulting in extremely poor first (and often last) impressions Use your common sensemdashand follow the tips in this articlemdashand you will go far in making a good firstimpression

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

1 essential adj extremely important and necessary 绝对必要的 eg (1) It is essential that we win the game (2) Hard work is essential But theres also a time for rest and relaxation

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

2 look the part to look suitable for a particular situation 得体适合

某种场合

eg (1) But no matter how hard I tried to look the part there was still something missing (2) You might look the part you might sound the part but yoursquore not actually Chinese

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 attire n clothes 服饰

eg (1) A suit and tie is acceptable attire for any business situation (2) Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

Pre-reading

TA RZAN

Pre-reading

a Do you know the story of Tarzan If not ask your partner about it

b Look at the cartoon pictures on the last page What is Tarzan trying to do How well does he do it

c Are you a ldquoMe Tarzan You Janerdquo type of person How can you avoid shyness when meeting people for the first time

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

Job-seeker Tips forJob-seeker Tips for

Making Good First ImpressionsMaking Good First Impressions

1 Life is all about making good first impressions with the people we meet This article provides tips for making good first impressions in business and networking situations in job interviews and when you are starting a new job

Compre-hension

1 __________________________________

2 When meeting people for the first time whether for career networking or client meetings itrsquos essential that you look the part In other words you must dress for the specific occasion Conduct a little research or contact the organisation responsible for the event to uncover the proper attire If you canrsquot be certain itrsquos always better to be overdressed than underdressed And itrsquos not just what you are wearingmdashbut how yoursquore wearing it so make sure your clothing is clean and well-pressed

3 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions Hair should be neatmdashand certainly not wind-swept For men facial hair should be either non-existent or well-maintained For women less make-up is always better than too much A light perfume or cologne is acceptable but be careful of overwhelming the people in the room Finally a minimal amount of tasteful jewelry is best

Compre-hension

4 A small but relatively unknown fact about name tagsmdashthey should be worn on the personrsquos right shoulder area so that when someone approaches to greet and shake hisher hand the personrsquos eyes follow the arm right up to the name tag making it much easier to greet the personmdashrather than looking all the way over to the other side of the person

5 Next up for first impressions are the handshake and greeting Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly No bone-crushers and no four-handed one-hand-over-the-other shakes And no sweaty handshakes If your nerves cause you to get wet palms carry a handkerchief in your pocket and wipe your hand before you do the meet and greet The greeting should be short and simple making certain you listen for the other personrsquos name For example I might greet someone in a business setting as ldquoHi Irsquom Dr Randall Hansen founder of Quintessential Careersrdquo Be certain to speak clearly and properly

Compre-hension

6 To nail the good impression yoursquore trying to make the last tip when yoursquore in this setting is not to make the conversation all about you You want to engage the other person in conversation making certain to use hisher name for emphasis You can of course talk about yourself but donrsquot make the whole conversation about youmdashand keep stories short Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to and share stories about that common interest And of course avoid talking about controversial subjects such as religion politics and sex If yoursquore naturally funny you might use humour and show your serious side also

Compre-hension 2 __________________________________

7 Because the job interview is usually your first face-to-face with the employers first impressions are especially crucial Arrive about 15 minutes early so you have time to find the exact office perhaps with a stop at a restroom to conduct a final grooming checkmdashas well as possibly complete some paperwork before the interview starts Always be polite to the support staff as the impression you make with them will often be factored into the hiring decision Of course dressing for success and proper grooming are essential Never arrive with any kind of food in your mouth or on your teeth and try not to smoke right before the interview Turn off your cell phone on the way to the interview In the interview smiling and making strong eye contact are important elements to establishing a good impression Answering interview questions with ease (showcasing your interview preparation) and asking questions of the interviewer are vital to making a good impression A great way to cement a strong first impression is writing a thank-you note after the interview

Compre-hension

3 __________________________________

8 The first impressions you make with your co-workers and supervisor will go a long way to building a solid reputation for yourself In those first days and weeks yoursquoll want to arrive a bit early take no more than your allotted breaks during the day leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area and avoid calling in sick or taking personal days In terms of actual work yoursquoll want to show your team spirit by supporting the team perhaps even offering to take on a bit more than usual if the team needs it Listen more than talk in those early days and certainly do not showboat until you have firmly established your reputation as a solid worker and team player And it should go without saying but stay clear of all office politics and gossip Finally remember to keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

Compre-hension

4 _________________________________

9 You might think that making a good first impression is really about using common sensemdashand you would be correct At the same time we constantly hear horror stories from recruiters and employers about the unfortunate things jobseekers domdashresulting in extremely poor first (and often last) impressions Use your common sensemdashand follow the tips in this articlemdashand you will go far in making a good firstimpression

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

1 essential adj extremely important and necessary 绝对必要的 eg (1) It is essential that we win the game (2) Hard work is essential But theres also a time for rest and relaxation

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

2 look the part to look suitable for a particular situation 得体适合

某种场合

eg (1) But no matter how hard I tried to look the part there was still something missing (2) You might look the part you might sound the part but yoursquore not actually Chinese

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 attire n clothes 服饰

eg (1) A suit and tie is acceptable attire for any business situation (2) Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

Pre-reading

a Do you know the story of Tarzan If not ask your partner about it

b Look at the cartoon pictures on the last page What is Tarzan trying to do How well does he do it

c Are you a ldquoMe Tarzan You Janerdquo type of person How can you avoid shyness when meeting people for the first time

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

Job-seeker Tips forJob-seeker Tips for

Making Good First ImpressionsMaking Good First Impressions

1 Life is all about making good first impressions with the people we meet This article provides tips for making good first impressions in business and networking situations in job interviews and when you are starting a new job

Compre-hension

1 __________________________________

2 When meeting people for the first time whether for career networking or client meetings itrsquos essential that you look the part In other words you must dress for the specific occasion Conduct a little research or contact the organisation responsible for the event to uncover the proper attire If you canrsquot be certain itrsquos always better to be overdressed than underdressed And itrsquos not just what you are wearingmdashbut how yoursquore wearing it so make sure your clothing is clean and well-pressed

3 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions Hair should be neatmdashand certainly not wind-swept For men facial hair should be either non-existent or well-maintained For women less make-up is always better than too much A light perfume or cologne is acceptable but be careful of overwhelming the people in the room Finally a minimal amount of tasteful jewelry is best

Compre-hension

4 A small but relatively unknown fact about name tagsmdashthey should be worn on the personrsquos right shoulder area so that when someone approaches to greet and shake hisher hand the personrsquos eyes follow the arm right up to the name tag making it much easier to greet the personmdashrather than looking all the way over to the other side of the person

5 Next up for first impressions are the handshake and greeting Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly No bone-crushers and no four-handed one-hand-over-the-other shakes And no sweaty handshakes If your nerves cause you to get wet palms carry a handkerchief in your pocket and wipe your hand before you do the meet and greet The greeting should be short and simple making certain you listen for the other personrsquos name For example I might greet someone in a business setting as ldquoHi Irsquom Dr Randall Hansen founder of Quintessential Careersrdquo Be certain to speak clearly and properly

Compre-hension

6 To nail the good impression yoursquore trying to make the last tip when yoursquore in this setting is not to make the conversation all about you You want to engage the other person in conversation making certain to use hisher name for emphasis You can of course talk about yourself but donrsquot make the whole conversation about youmdashand keep stories short Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to and share stories about that common interest And of course avoid talking about controversial subjects such as religion politics and sex If yoursquore naturally funny you might use humour and show your serious side also

Compre-hension 2 __________________________________

7 Because the job interview is usually your first face-to-face with the employers first impressions are especially crucial Arrive about 15 minutes early so you have time to find the exact office perhaps with a stop at a restroom to conduct a final grooming checkmdashas well as possibly complete some paperwork before the interview starts Always be polite to the support staff as the impression you make with them will often be factored into the hiring decision Of course dressing for success and proper grooming are essential Never arrive with any kind of food in your mouth or on your teeth and try not to smoke right before the interview Turn off your cell phone on the way to the interview In the interview smiling and making strong eye contact are important elements to establishing a good impression Answering interview questions with ease (showcasing your interview preparation) and asking questions of the interviewer are vital to making a good impression A great way to cement a strong first impression is writing a thank-you note after the interview

Compre-hension

3 __________________________________

8 The first impressions you make with your co-workers and supervisor will go a long way to building a solid reputation for yourself In those first days and weeks yoursquoll want to arrive a bit early take no more than your allotted breaks during the day leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area and avoid calling in sick or taking personal days In terms of actual work yoursquoll want to show your team spirit by supporting the team perhaps even offering to take on a bit more than usual if the team needs it Listen more than talk in those early days and certainly do not showboat until you have firmly established your reputation as a solid worker and team player And it should go without saying but stay clear of all office politics and gossip Finally remember to keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

Compre-hension

4 _________________________________

9 You might think that making a good first impression is really about using common sensemdashand you would be correct At the same time we constantly hear horror stories from recruiters and employers about the unfortunate things jobseekers domdashresulting in extremely poor first (and often last) impressions Use your common sensemdashand follow the tips in this articlemdashand you will go far in making a good firstimpression

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

1 essential adj extremely important and necessary 绝对必要的 eg (1) It is essential that we win the game (2) Hard work is essential But theres also a time for rest and relaxation

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

2 look the part to look suitable for a particular situation 得体适合

某种场合

eg (1) But no matter how hard I tried to look the part there was still something missing (2) You might look the part you might sound the part but yoursquore not actually Chinese

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 attire n clothes 服饰

eg (1) A suit and tie is acceptable attire for any business situation (2) Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

Job-seeker Tips forJob-seeker Tips for

Making Good First ImpressionsMaking Good First Impressions

1 Life is all about making good first impressions with the people we meet This article provides tips for making good first impressions in business and networking situations in job interviews and when you are starting a new job

Compre-hension

1 __________________________________

2 When meeting people for the first time whether for career networking or client meetings itrsquos essential that you look the part In other words you must dress for the specific occasion Conduct a little research or contact the organisation responsible for the event to uncover the proper attire If you canrsquot be certain itrsquos always better to be overdressed than underdressed And itrsquos not just what you are wearingmdashbut how yoursquore wearing it so make sure your clothing is clean and well-pressed

3 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions Hair should be neatmdashand certainly not wind-swept For men facial hair should be either non-existent or well-maintained For women less make-up is always better than too much A light perfume or cologne is acceptable but be careful of overwhelming the people in the room Finally a minimal amount of tasteful jewelry is best

Compre-hension

4 A small but relatively unknown fact about name tagsmdashthey should be worn on the personrsquos right shoulder area so that when someone approaches to greet and shake hisher hand the personrsquos eyes follow the arm right up to the name tag making it much easier to greet the personmdashrather than looking all the way over to the other side of the person

5 Next up for first impressions are the handshake and greeting Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly No bone-crushers and no four-handed one-hand-over-the-other shakes And no sweaty handshakes If your nerves cause you to get wet palms carry a handkerchief in your pocket and wipe your hand before you do the meet and greet The greeting should be short and simple making certain you listen for the other personrsquos name For example I might greet someone in a business setting as ldquoHi Irsquom Dr Randall Hansen founder of Quintessential Careersrdquo Be certain to speak clearly and properly

Compre-hension

6 To nail the good impression yoursquore trying to make the last tip when yoursquore in this setting is not to make the conversation all about you You want to engage the other person in conversation making certain to use hisher name for emphasis You can of course talk about yourself but donrsquot make the whole conversation about youmdashand keep stories short Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to and share stories about that common interest And of course avoid talking about controversial subjects such as religion politics and sex If yoursquore naturally funny you might use humour and show your serious side also

Compre-hension 2 __________________________________

7 Because the job interview is usually your first face-to-face with the employers first impressions are especially crucial Arrive about 15 minutes early so you have time to find the exact office perhaps with a stop at a restroom to conduct a final grooming checkmdashas well as possibly complete some paperwork before the interview starts Always be polite to the support staff as the impression you make with them will often be factored into the hiring decision Of course dressing for success and proper grooming are essential Never arrive with any kind of food in your mouth or on your teeth and try not to smoke right before the interview Turn off your cell phone on the way to the interview In the interview smiling and making strong eye contact are important elements to establishing a good impression Answering interview questions with ease (showcasing your interview preparation) and asking questions of the interviewer are vital to making a good impression A great way to cement a strong first impression is writing a thank-you note after the interview

Compre-hension

3 __________________________________

8 The first impressions you make with your co-workers and supervisor will go a long way to building a solid reputation for yourself In those first days and weeks yoursquoll want to arrive a bit early take no more than your allotted breaks during the day leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area and avoid calling in sick or taking personal days In terms of actual work yoursquoll want to show your team spirit by supporting the team perhaps even offering to take on a bit more than usual if the team needs it Listen more than talk in those early days and certainly do not showboat until you have firmly established your reputation as a solid worker and team player And it should go without saying but stay clear of all office politics and gossip Finally remember to keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

Compre-hension

4 _________________________________

9 You might think that making a good first impression is really about using common sensemdashand you would be correct At the same time we constantly hear horror stories from recruiters and employers about the unfortunate things jobseekers domdashresulting in extremely poor first (and often last) impressions Use your common sensemdashand follow the tips in this articlemdashand you will go far in making a good firstimpression

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

1 essential adj extremely important and necessary 绝对必要的 eg (1) It is essential that we win the game (2) Hard work is essential But theres also a time for rest and relaxation

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

2 look the part to look suitable for a particular situation 得体适合

某种场合

eg (1) But no matter how hard I tried to look the part there was still something missing (2) You might look the part you might sound the part but yoursquore not actually Chinese

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 attire n clothes 服饰

eg (1) A suit and tie is acceptable attire for any business situation (2) Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

1 __________________________________

2 When meeting people for the first time whether for career networking or client meetings itrsquos essential that you look the part In other words you must dress for the specific occasion Conduct a little research or contact the organisation responsible for the event to uncover the proper attire If you canrsquot be certain itrsquos always better to be overdressed than underdressed And itrsquos not just what you are wearingmdashbut how yoursquore wearing it so make sure your clothing is clean and well-pressed

3 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions Hair should be neatmdashand certainly not wind-swept For men facial hair should be either non-existent or well-maintained For women less make-up is always better than too much A light perfume or cologne is acceptable but be careful of overwhelming the people in the room Finally a minimal amount of tasteful jewelry is best

Compre-hension

4 A small but relatively unknown fact about name tagsmdashthey should be worn on the personrsquos right shoulder area so that when someone approaches to greet and shake hisher hand the personrsquos eyes follow the arm right up to the name tag making it much easier to greet the personmdashrather than looking all the way over to the other side of the person

5 Next up for first impressions are the handshake and greeting Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly No bone-crushers and no four-handed one-hand-over-the-other shakes And no sweaty handshakes If your nerves cause you to get wet palms carry a handkerchief in your pocket and wipe your hand before you do the meet and greet The greeting should be short and simple making certain you listen for the other personrsquos name For example I might greet someone in a business setting as ldquoHi Irsquom Dr Randall Hansen founder of Quintessential Careersrdquo Be certain to speak clearly and properly

Compre-hension

6 To nail the good impression yoursquore trying to make the last tip when yoursquore in this setting is not to make the conversation all about you You want to engage the other person in conversation making certain to use hisher name for emphasis You can of course talk about yourself but donrsquot make the whole conversation about youmdashand keep stories short Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to and share stories about that common interest And of course avoid talking about controversial subjects such as religion politics and sex If yoursquore naturally funny you might use humour and show your serious side also

Compre-hension 2 __________________________________

7 Because the job interview is usually your first face-to-face with the employers first impressions are especially crucial Arrive about 15 minutes early so you have time to find the exact office perhaps with a stop at a restroom to conduct a final grooming checkmdashas well as possibly complete some paperwork before the interview starts Always be polite to the support staff as the impression you make with them will often be factored into the hiring decision Of course dressing for success and proper grooming are essential Never arrive with any kind of food in your mouth or on your teeth and try not to smoke right before the interview Turn off your cell phone on the way to the interview In the interview smiling and making strong eye contact are important elements to establishing a good impression Answering interview questions with ease (showcasing your interview preparation) and asking questions of the interviewer are vital to making a good impression A great way to cement a strong first impression is writing a thank-you note after the interview

Compre-hension

3 __________________________________

8 The first impressions you make with your co-workers and supervisor will go a long way to building a solid reputation for yourself In those first days and weeks yoursquoll want to arrive a bit early take no more than your allotted breaks during the day leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area and avoid calling in sick or taking personal days In terms of actual work yoursquoll want to show your team spirit by supporting the team perhaps even offering to take on a bit more than usual if the team needs it Listen more than talk in those early days and certainly do not showboat until you have firmly established your reputation as a solid worker and team player And it should go without saying but stay clear of all office politics and gossip Finally remember to keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

Compre-hension

4 _________________________________

9 You might think that making a good first impression is really about using common sensemdashand you would be correct At the same time we constantly hear horror stories from recruiters and employers about the unfortunate things jobseekers domdashresulting in extremely poor first (and often last) impressions Use your common sensemdashand follow the tips in this articlemdashand you will go far in making a good firstimpression

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

1 essential adj extremely important and necessary 绝对必要的 eg (1) It is essential that we win the game (2) Hard work is essential But theres also a time for rest and relaxation

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

2 look the part to look suitable for a particular situation 得体适合

某种场合

eg (1) But no matter how hard I tried to look the part there was still something missing (2) You might look the part you might sound the part but yoursquore not actually Chinese

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 attire n clothes 服饰

eg (1) A suit and tie is acceptable attire for any business situation (2) Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 A small but relatively unknown fact about name tagsmdashthey should be worn on the personrsquos right shoulder area so that when someone approaches to greet and shake hisher hand the personrsquos eyes follow the arm right up to the name tag making it much easier to greet the personmdashrather than looking all the way over to the other side of the person

5 Next up for first impressions are the handshake and greeting Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly No bone-crushers and no four-handed one-hand-over-the-other shakes And no sweaty handshakes If your nerves cause you to get wet palms carry a handkerchief in your pocket and wipe your hand before you do the meet and greet The greeting should be short and simple making certain you listen for the other personrsquos name For example I might greet someone in a business setting as ldquoHi Irsquom Dr Randall Hansen founder of Quintessential Careersrdquo Be certain to speak clearly and properly

Compre-hension

6 To nail the good impression yoursquore trying to make the last tip when yoursquore in this setting is not to make the conversation all about you You want to engage the other person in conversation making certain to use hisher name for emphasis You can of course talk about yourself but donrsquot make the whole conversation about youmdashand keep stories short Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to and share stories about that common interest And of course avoid talking about controversial subjects such as religion politics and sex If yoursquore naturally funny you might use humour and show your serious side also

Compre-hension 2 __________________________________

7 Because the job interview is usually your first face-to-face with the employers first impressions are especially crucial Arrive about 15 minutes early so you have time to find the exact office perhaps with a stop at a restroom to conduct a final grooming checkmdashas well as possibly complete some paperwork before the interview starts Always be polite to the support staff as the impression you make with them will often be factored into the hiring decision Of course dressing for success and proper grooming are essential Never arrive with any kind of food in your mouth or on your teeth and try not to smoke right before the interview Turn off your cell phone on the way to the interview In the interview smiling and making strong eye contact are important elements to establishing a good impression Answering interview questions with ease (showcasing your interview preparation) and asking questions of the interviewer are vital to making a good impression A great way to cement a strong first impression is writing a thank-you note after the interview

Compre-hension

3 __________________________________

8 The first impressions you make with your co-workers and supervisor will go a long way to building a solid reputation for yourself In those first days and weeks yoursquoll want to arrive a bit early take no more than your allotted breaks during the day leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area and avoid calling in sick or taking personal days In terms of actual work yoursquoll want to show your team spirit by supporting the team perhaps even offering to take on a bit more than usual if the team needs it Listen more than talk in those early days and certainly do not showboat until you have firmly established your reputation as a solid worker and team player And it should go without saying but stay clear of all office politics and gossip Finally remember to keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

Compre-hension

4 _________________________________

9 You might think that making a good first impression is really about using common sensemdashand you would be correct At the same time we constantly hear horror stories from recruiters and employers about the unfortunate things jobseekers domdashresulting in extremely poor first (and often last) impressions Use your common sensemdashand follow the tips in this articlemdashand you will go far in making a good firstimpression

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

1 essential adj extremely important and necessary 绝对必要的 eg (1) It is essential that we win the game (2) Hard work is essential But theres also a time for rest and relaxation

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

2 look the part to look suitable for a particular situation 得体适合

某种场合

eg (1) But no matter how hard I tried to look the part there was still something missing (2) You might look the part you might sound the part but yoursquore not actually Chinese

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 attire n clothes 服饰

eg (1) A suit and tie is acceptable attire for any business situation (2) Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 To nail the good impression yoursquore trying to make the last tip when yoursquore in this setting is not to make the conversation all about you You want to engage the other person in conversation making certain to use hisher name for emphasis You can of course talk about yourself but donrsquot make the whole conversation about youmdashand keep stories short Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to and share stories about that common interest And of course avoid talking about controversial subjects such as religion politics and sex If yoursquore naturally funny you might use humour and show your serious side also

Compre-hension 2 __________________________________

7 Because the job interview is usually your first face-to-face with the employers first impressions are especially crucial Arrive about 15 minutes early so you have time to find the exact office perhaps with a stop at a restroom to conduct a final grooming checkmdashas well as possibly complete some paperwork before the interview starts Always be polite to the support staff as the impression you make with them will often be factored into the hiring decision Of course dressing for success and proper grooming are essential Never arrive with any kind of food in your mouth or on your teeth and try not to smoke right before the interview Turn off your cell phone on the way to the interview In the interview smiling and making strong eye contact are important elements to establishing a good impression Answering interview questions with ease (showcasing your interview preparation) and asking questions of the interviewer are vital to making a good impression A great way to cement a strong first impression is writing a thank-you note after the interview

Compre-hension

3 __________________________________

8 The first impressions you make with your co-workers and supervisor will go a long way to building a solid reputation for yourself In those first days and weeks yoursquoll want to arrive a bit early take no more than your allotted breaks during the day leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area and avoid calling in sick or taking personal days In terms of actual work yoursquoll want to show your team spirit by supporting the team perhaps even offering to take on a bit more than usual if the team needs it Listen more than talk in those early days and certainly do not showboat until you have firmly established your reputation as a solid worker and team player And it should go without saying but stay clear of all office politics and gossip Finally remember to keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

Compre-hension

4 _________________________________

9 You might think that making a good first impression is really about using common sensemdashand you would be correct At the same time we constantly hear horror stories from recruiters and employers about the unfortunate things jobseekers domdashresulting in extremely poor first (and often last) impressions Use your common sensemdashand follow the tips in this articlemdashand you will go far in making a good firstimpression

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

1 essential adj extremely important and necessary 绝对必要的 eg (1) It is essential that we win the game (2) Hard work is essential But theres also a time for rest and relaxation

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

2 look the part to look suitable for a particular situation 得体适合

某种场合

eg (1) But no matter how hard I tried to look the part there was still something missing (2) You might look the part you might sound the part but yoursquore not actually Chinese

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 attire n clothes 服饰

eg (1) A suit and tie is acceptable attire for any business situation (2) Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

Compre-hension 2 __________________________________

7 Because the job interview is usually your first face-to-face with the employers first impressions are especially crucial Arrive about 15 minutes early so you have time to find the exact office perhaps with a stop at a restroom to conduct a final grooming checkmdashas well as possibly complete some paperwork before the interview starts Always be polite to the support staff as the impression you make with them will often be factored into the hiring decision Of course dressing for success and proper grooming are essential Never arrive with any kind of food in your mouth or on your teeth and try not to smoke right before the interview Turn off your cell phone on the way to the interview In the interview smiling and making strong eye contact are important elements to establishing a good impression Answering interview questions with ease (showcasing your interview preparation) and asking questions of the interviewer are vital to making a good impression A great way to cement a strong first impression is writing a thank-you note after the interview

Compre-hension

3 __________________________________

8 The first impressions you make with your co-workers and supervisor will go a long way to building a solid reputation for yourself In those first days and weeks yoursquoll want to arrive a bit early take no more than your allotted breaks during the day leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area and avoid calling in sick or taking personal days In terms of actual work yoursquoll want to show your team spirit by supporting the team perhaps even offering to take on a bit more than usual if the team needs it Listen more than talk in those early days and certainly do not showboat until you have firmly established your reputation as a solid worker and team player And it should go without saying but stay clear of all office politics and gossip Finally remember to keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

Compre-hension

4 _________________________________

9 You might think that making a good first impression is really about using common sensemdashand you would be correct At the same time we constantly hear horror stories from recruiters and employers about the unfortunate things jobseekers domdashresulting in extremely poor first (and often last) impressions Use your common sensemdashand follow the tips in this articlemdashand you will go far in making a good firstimpression

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

1 essential adj extremely important and necessary 绝对必要的 eg (1) It is essential that we win the game (2) Hard work is essential But theres also a time for rest and relaxation

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

2 look the part to look suitable for a particular situation 得体适合

某种场合

eg (1) But no matter how hard I tried to look the part there was still something missing (2) You might look the part you might sound the part but yoursquore not actually Chinese

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 attire n clothes 服饰

eg (1) A suit and tie is acceptable attire for any business situation (2) Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 __________________________________

8 The first impressions you make with your co-workers and supervisor will go a long way to building a solid reputation for yourself In those first days and weeks yoursquoll want to arrive a bit early take no more than your allotted breaks during the day leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area and avoid calling in sick or taking personal days In terms of actual work yoursquoll want to show your team spirit by supporting the team perhaps even offering to take on a bit more than usual if the team needs it Listen more than talk in those early days and certainly do not showboat until you have firmly established your reputation as a solid worker and team player And it should go without saying but stay clear of all office politics and gossip Finally remember to keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

Compre-hension

4 _________________________________

9 You might think that making a good first impression is really about using common sensemdashand you would be correct At the same time we constantly hear horror stories from recruiters and employers about the unfortunate things jobseekers domdashresulting in extremely poor first (and often last) impressions Use your common sensemdashand follow the tips in this articlemdashand you will go far in making a good firstimpression

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

1 essential adj extremely important and necessary 绝对必要的 eg (1) It is essential that we win the game (2) Hard work is essential But theres also a time for rest and relaxation

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

2 look the part to look suitable for a particular situation 得体适合

某种场合

eg (1) But no matter how hard I tried to look the part there was still something missing (2) You might look the part you might sound the part but yoursquore not actually Chinese

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 attire n clothes 服饰

eg (1) A suit and tie is acceptable attire for any business situation (2) Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 _________________________________

9 You might think that making a good first impression is really about using common sensemdashand you would be correct At the same time we constantly hear horror stories from recruiters and employers about the unfortunate things jobseekers domdashresulting in extremely poor first (and often last) impressions Use your common sensemdashand follow the tips in this articlemdashand you will go far in making a good firstimpression

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

1 essential adj extremely important and necessary 绝对必要的 eg (1) It is essential that we win the game (2) Hard work is essential But theres also a time for rest and relaxation

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

2 look the part to look suitable for a particular situation 得体适合

某种场合

eg (1) But no matter how hard I tried to look the part there was still something missing (2) You might look the part you might sound the part but yoursquore not actually Chinese

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 attire n clothes 服饰

eg (1) A suit and tie is acceptable attire for any business situation (2) Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

1 essential adj extremely important and necessary 绝对必要的 eg (1) It is essential that we win the game (2) Hard work is essential But theres also a time for rest and relaxation

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

2 look the part to look suitable for a particular situation 得体适合

某种场合

eg (1) But no matter how hard I tried to look the part there was still something missing (2) You might look the part you might sound the part but yoursquore not actually Chinese

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 attire n clothes 服饰

eg (1) A suit and tie is acceptable attire for any business situation (2) Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

2 look the part to look suitable for a particular situation 得体适合

某种场合

eg (1) But no matter how hard I tried to look the part there was still something missing (2) You might look the part you might sound the part but yoursquore not actually Chinese

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 attire n clothes 服饰

eg (1) A suit and tie is acceptable attire for any business situation (2) Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

3 attire n clothes 服饰

eg (1) A suit and tie is acceptable attire for any business situation (2) Her attention was attracted by his peculiar attire

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

4 overdressed adj dressed in clothes that are too formal for the occasion 穿得过于正式

eg (1) She is always overdressed for a party (2) I feel rather overdressed in this suit everyone else is wearing jeans

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

5 well-pressed adj making clothes smooth and using a hot iron 熨烫平 整的

eg (1) Keeping your clothes well-pressed will keep you from looking hard-pressed (2) Hersquos always wearing clean and well-pressed

clothes

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

6 wind-swept adj hair clothes etc that are windswept have been blown around by the wind（头发）蓬乱的

eg (1) The models wind-swept hair made her look very relaxed (2) On the way home through the wind-swept dusty streets he talked of life in general Bass and Vesta being present

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

7 overwhelm v if work or a problem overwhelms someone it is too much or too difficult to deal with 使不知所措

eg (1) Sometimes natural events overwhelm you as your own mistakes never can (2) They would be overwhelmed with paperwork

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Compre-hension

8 minimal adj very small in degree or amount 最小的尽可能少的

eg (1) The storm did only minimal damage (2) I stayed with friends so my expenses were minimal

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Compre-hension

9 nail v if you nail something you succeed in getting it after a lot of time or effort 牢固

eg (1) He nailed boards together to make a box (2) Has the police nailed the man

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Compre-hension

10 engage v to attract someonersquos attention and keep them interested 吸引人 eg (1) Big arguments stimulate their interest and with luck engage their absorbed attention (2) The new novel engaged his attention and interest

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11 common ground a shared topic or subject 共同话题 eg (1) Bob and Frank dont like each other because they have no common ground (2) Economic and trade cooperation is the best area for the two countries to seek common ground

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12 naturally adv used to say that something is normal and not surprising 自然地

eg (1) One will naturally ask why (2) She behaved naturally before the microphone

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13 grooming n the process of cleaning and brushing your hairs 整理仪容

eg (1) Good grooming is an asset (2) The mens fashion and grooming site will provide helpful tips and advice on what to look for when buying a suit

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

14 paperwork n the documents that you need for a business deal a journey etc 资料文件

eg (1) The job also requires a lot of paperwork Can

you be organized (2) It will take a lot of paperwork and time to replace your passport

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

15 showcase v to show the good qualities of a person organisation product etc 展示

eg (1) Restored films are being showcased this month at a festival in Paris (2) She wants to showcase African-American literature

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

16 cement v to make a relationship between people countries or

organisations firm and strong 粘合巩固 eg (1) Lets cement the parts together (2) Our holiday together cemented our friendship

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

17 allotted adj giving a particular share of something to someone 分配的

eg (1) Is there some way I can find my own allotted

work (2) Quickly another question followed Where is

your allotted place

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

18 showboat v if someone playing a sport is showboating they are trying to make people admire them by doing skilful tricks but are not playing effectively for their team 卖弄 eg (1) That newscaster is showboating she wants

to be on camera all the time (2) The beauty queen showboated around the stage at the end of the show

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

19 It goes without saying that used to say that something is so clearly true that it does not need to be said 不言而喻理所当然

eg (1) It goes without saying that your decision is right (2) It goes without saying that knowledge is power

BACKBACK

After-reading

A Below are the headings for the four parts in the text Read the text and match the headings with the four parts

a Final thoughts b In business and networking situations c In job interviews d When starting a new job

44

11

22

33

After-reading

B What tips does the text provide under each heading Find key words from the text and write them in the table below When you finish compare your notes with your partner

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

1 Dress for the specific occasion

2 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions

1Arrive about 15 minutes early

2Conduct a final grooming check in the restroom before the interview

1Arrive a bit early leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area

2Take no more than your allotted breaks during the day

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

3 Wear the name tag on your right shoulder area

4 Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly

5 The greeting should be short and simple pay attention to the other personrsquos name

3 Be polite to the support staff

4 Do not smoke right before the interview

5 Turn off your cell phone

6 Smile and make strong eye contact

3 Avoid calling in sick or taking personal days

4 Show your team spirit by supporting the team

5 Listen more and talk less

6 Stay clear of all office politics and gossip

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

6 Engage the other person in conversation Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to

7 Avoid talking about the controversial subjects

7 Answer interview questions with ease and ask questions of the interviewer

8 Write a thank-you note after the interview

7 Keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

After-reading

C Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F)

( ) 1 If you are not certain about how to dress for a specific business occasion itrsquos better to be underdressed than to be overdressed ( ) 2 In business and networking settings you should be active talkative and dominate the conversation ( ) 3 In job interviews to leave a good first impression you should be serious professional and avoid smiling or being humorous ( ) 4 To demonstrate your ability to your colleagues you should talk more than listen when you start your job ( ) 5 You should show your team spirit by supporting the team and even offering to do more if the team needs it

FF

FF

FF

FF

TT

After-reading

D Do you agree with the following statements Discuss in groups

1 Formal dressing gives you authority 2 A casual appearance is more relaxed and friendly 3 People feel more comfortable when wearing clothes similar to those of others around 4 ldquoTalk less and do morerdquo is a good work philosophy

BACKBACK

Language in Use

Vocabulary Building

BACKBACK

Grammar Development

Grammar

Asas 意为ldquo和helliphellip一样rdquo表示同级的比较使用时要注意第一个 as 为副词第二个 as 为连词其基本结构为 as+ adjadv +as 例如

(1) This film is as interesting as that one

这部电影和那部电影一样有趣 (2) Your pen writes as smoothly as mine

你的钢笔书写起来和我的一样流畅

Grammar

其否定式为 not asso +adjadv +as例如

This dictionary is not asso useful as you think

这本字典不如你想象的那样有用

若有修饰成分如 twice three times half a quarter

等则须置于第一个 as之前例如

Your bag is twice as expensive as mine

你的袋子比我的贵一倍

Grammar

几个关于 asas的常见句型

(1) asas possible

Please answer my question as soon as possible

请尽快回答我的问题

(2) asas usualbefore

She looks as pretty as before

她看起来和以前一样漂亮

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Compre-hension

8 minimal adj very small in degree or amount 最小的尽可能少的

eg (1) The storm did only minimal damage (2) I stayed with friends so my expenses were minimal

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

9 nail v if you nail something you succeed in getting it after a lot of time or effort 牢固

eg (1) He nailed boards together to make a box (2) Has the police nailed the man

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

10 engage v to attract someonersquos attention and keep them interested 吸引人 eg (1) Big arguments stimulate their interest and with luck engage their absorbed attention (2) The new novel engaged his attention and interest

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

11 common ground a shared topic or subject 共同话题 eg (1) Bob and Frank dont like each other because they have no common ground (2) Economic and trade cooperation is the best area for the two countries to seek common ground

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

12 naturally adv used to say that something is normal and not surprising 自然地

eg (1) One will naturally ask why (2) She behaved naturally before the microphone

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

13 grooming n the process of cleaning and brushing your hairs 整理仪容

eg (1) Good grooming is an asset (2) The mens fashion and grooming site will provide helpful tips and advice on what to look for when buying a suit

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

14 paperwork n the documents that you need for a business deal a journey etc 资料文件

eg (1) The job also requires a lot of paperwork Can

you be organized (2) It will take a lot of paperwork and time to replace your passport

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

15 showcase v to show the good qualities of a person organisation product etc 展示

eg (1) Restored films are being showcased this month at a festival in Paris (2) She wants to showcase African-American literature

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

16 cement v to make a relationship between people countries or

organisations firm and strong 粘合巩固 eg (1) Lets cement the parts together (2) Our holiday together cemented our friendship

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

17 allotted adj giving a particular share of something to someone 分配的

eg (1) Is there some way I can find my own allotted

work (2) Quickly another question followed Where is

your allotted place

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

18 showboat v if someone playing a sport is showboating they are trying to make people admire them by doing skilful tricks but are not playing effectively for their team 卖弄 eg (1) That newscaster is showboating she wants

to be on camera all the time (2) The beauty queen showboated around the stage at the end of the show

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

19 It goes without saying that used to say that something is so clearly true that it does not need to be said 不言而喻理所当然

eg (1) It goes without saying that your decision is right (2) It goes without saying that knowledge is power

BACKBACK

After-reading

A Below are the headings for the four parts in the text Read the text and match the headings with the four parts

a Final thoughts b In business and networking situations c In job interviews d When starting a new job

44

11

22

33

After-reading

B What tips does the text provide under each heading Find key words from the text and write them in the table below When you finish compare your notes with your partner

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

1 Dress for the specific occasion

2 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions

1Arrive about 15 minutes early

2Conduct a final grooming check in the restroom before the interview

1Arrive a bit early leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area

2Take no more than your allotted breaks during the day

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

3 Wear the name tag on your right shoulder area

4 Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly

5 The greeting should be short and simple pay attention to the other personrsquos name

3 Be polite to the support staff

4 Do not smoke right before the interview

5 Turn off your cell phone

6 Smile and make strong eye contact

3 Avoid calling in sick or taking personal days

4 Show your team spirit by supporting the team

5 Listen more and talk less

6 Stay clear of all office politics and gossip

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

6 Engage the other person in conversation Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to

7 Avoid talking about the controversial subjects

7 Answer interview questions with ease and ask questions of the interviewer

8 Write a thank-you note after the interview

7 Keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

After-reading

C Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F)

( ) 1 If you are not certain about how to dress for a specific business occasion itrsquos better to be underdressed than to be overdressed ( ) 2 In business and networking settings you should be active talkative and dominate the conversation ( ) 3 In job interviews to leave a good first impression you should be serious professional and avoid smiling or being humorous ( ) 4 To demonstrate your ability to your colleagues you should talk more than listen when you start your job ( ) 5 You should show your team spirit by supporting the team and even offering to do more if the team needs it

FF

FF

FF

FF

TT

After-reading

D Do you agree with the following statements Discuss in groups

1 Formal dressing gives you authority 2 A casual appearance is more relaxed and friendly 3 People feel more comfortable when wearing clothes similar to those of others around 4 ldquoTalk less and do morerdquo is a good work philosophy

BACKBACK

Language in Use

Vocabulary Building

BACKBACK

Grammar Development

Grammar

Asas 意为ldquo和helliphellip一样rdquo表示同级的比较使用时要注意第一个 as 为副词第二个 as 为连词其基本结构为 as+ adjadv +as 例如

(1) This film is as interesting as that one

这部电影和那部电影一样有趣 (2) Your pen writes as smoothly as mine

你的钢笔书写起来和我的一样流畅

Grammar

其否定式为 not asso +adjadv +as例如

This dictionary is not asso useful as you think

这本字典不如你想象的那样有用

若有修饰成分如 twice three times half a quarter

等则须置于第一个 as之前例如

Your bag is twice as expensive as mine

你的袋子比我的贵一倍

Grammar

几个关于 asas的常见句型

(1) asas possible

Please answer my question as soon as possible

请尽快回答我的问题

(2) asas usualbefore

She looks as pretty as before

她看起来和以前一样漂亮

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Compre-hension

9 nail v if you nail something you succeed in getting it after a lot of time or effort 牢固

eg (1) He nailed boards together to make a box (2) Has the police nailed the man

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

10 engage v to attract someonersquos attention and keep them interested 吸引人 eg (1) Big arguments stimulate their interest and with luck engage their absorbed attention (2) The new novel engaged his attention and interest

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

11 common ground a shared topic or subject 共同话题 eg (1) Bob and Frank dont like each other because they have no common ground (2) Economic and trade cooperation is the best area for the two countries to seek common ground

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

12 naturally adv used to say that something is normal and not surprising 自然地

eg (1) One will naturally ask why (2) She behaved naturally before the microphone

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

13 grooming n the process of cleaning and brushing your hairs 整理仪容

eg (1) Good grooming is an asset (2) The mens fashion and grooming site will provide helpful tips and advice on what to look for when buying a suit

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

14 paperwork n the documents that you need for a business deal a journey etc 资料文件

eg (1) The job also requires a lot of paperwork Can

you be organized (2) It will take a lot of paperwork and time to replace your passport

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

15 showcase v to show the good qualities of a person organisation product etc 展示

eg (1) Restored films are being showcased this month at a festival in Paris (2) She wants to showcase African-American literature

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

16 cement v to make a relationship between people countries or

organisations firm and strong 粘合巩固 eg (1) Lets cement the parts together (2) Our holiday together cemented our friendship

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

17 allotted adj giving a particular share of something to someone 分配的

eg (1) Is there some way I can find my own allotted

work (2) Quickly another question followed Where is

your allotted place

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

18 showboat v if someone playing a sport is showboating they are trying to make people admire them by doing skilful tricks but are not playing effectively for their team 卖弄 eg (1) That newscaster is showboating she wants

to be on camera all the time (2) The beauty queen showboated around the stage at the end of the show

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

19 It goes without saying that used to say that something is so clearly true that it does not need to be said 不言而喻理所当然

eg (1) It goes without saying that your decision is right (2) It goes without saying that knowledge is power

BACKBACK

After-reading

A Below are the headings for the four parts in the text Read the text and match the headings with the four parts

a Final thoughts b In business and networking situations c In job interviews d When starting a new job

44

11

22

33

After-reading

B What tips does the text provide under each heading Find key words from the text and write them in the table below When you finish compare your notes with your partner

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

1 Dress for the specific occasion

2 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions

1Arrive about 15 minutes early

2Conduct a final grooming check in the restroom before the interview

1Arrive a bit early leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area

2Take no more than your allotted breaks during the day

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

3 Wear the name tag on your right shoulder area

4 Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly

5 The greeting should be short and simple pay attention to the other personrsquos name

3 Be polite to the support staff

4 Do not smoke right before the interview

5 Turn off your cell phone

6 Smile and make strong eye contact

3 Avoid calling in sick or taking personal days

4 Show your team spirit by supporting the team

5 Listen more and talk less

6 Stay clear of all office politics and gossip

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

6 Engage the other person in conversation Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to

7 Avoid talking about the controversial subjects

7 Answer interview questions with ease and ask questions of the interviewer

8 Write a thank-you note after the interview

7 Keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

After-reading

C Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F)

( ) 1 If you are not certain about how to dress for a specific business occasion itrsquos better to be underdressed than to be overdressed ( ) 2 In business and networking settings you should be active talkative and dominate the conversation ( ) 3 In job interviews to leave a good first impression you should be serious professional and avoid smiling or being humorous ( ) 4 To demonstrate your ability to your colleagues you should talk more than listen when you start your job ( ) 5 You should show your team spirit by supporting the team and even offering to do more if the team needs it

FF

FF

FF

FF

TT

After-reading

D Do you agree with the following statements Discuss in groups

1 Formal dressing gives you authority 2 A casual appearance is more relaxed and friendly 3 People feel more comfortable when wearing clothes similar to those of others around 4 ldquoTalk less and do morerdquo is a good work philosophy

BACKBACK

Language in Use

Vocabulary Building

BACKBACK

Grammar Development

Grammar

Asas 意为ldquo和helliphellip一样rdquo表示同级的比较使用时要注意第一个 as 为副词第二个 as 为连词其基本结构为 as+ adjadv +as 例如

(1) This film is as interesting as that one

这部电影和那部电影一样有趣 (2) Your pen writes as smoothly as mine

你的钢笔书写起来和我的一样流畅

Grammar

其否定式为 not asso +adjadv +as例如

This dictionary is not asso useful as you think

这本字典不如你想象的那样有用

若有修饰成分如 twice three times half a quarter

等则须置于第一个 as之前例如

Your bag is twice as expensive as mine

你的袋子比我的贵一倍

Grammar

几个关于 asas的常见句型

(1) asas possible

Please answer my question as soon as possible

请尽快回答我的问题

(2) asas usualbefore

She looks as pretty as before

她看起来和以前一样漂亮

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Compre-hension

10 engage v to attract someonersquos attention and keep them interested 吸引人 eg (1) Big arguments stimulate their interest and with luck engage their absorbed attention (2) The new novel engaged his attention and interest

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

11 common ground a shared topic or subject 共同话题 eg (1) Bob and Frank dont like each other because they have no common ground (2) Economic and trade cooperation is the best area for the two countries to seek common ground

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

12 naturally adv used to say that something is normal and not surprising 自然地

eg (1) One will naturally ask why (2) She behaved naturally before the microphone

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

13 grooming n the process of cleaning and brushing your hairs 整理仪容

eg (1) Good grooming is an asset (2) The mens fashion and grooming site will provide helpful tips and advice on what to look for when buying a suit

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

14 paperwork n the documents that you need for a business deal a journey etc 资料文件

eg (1) The job also requires a lot of paperwork Can

you be organized (2) It will take a lot of paperwork and time to replace your passport

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

15 showcase v to show the good qualities of a person organisation product etc 展示

eg (1) Restored films are being showcased this month at a festival in Paris (2) She wants to showcase African-American literature

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

16 cement v to make a relationship between people countries or

organisations firm and strong 粘合巩固 eg (1) Lets cement the parts together (2) Our holiday together cemented our friendship

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

17 allotted adj giving a particular share of something to someone 分配的

eg (1) Is there some way I can find my own allotted

work (2) Quickly another question followed Where is

your allotted place

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

18 showboat v if someone playing a sport is showboating they are trying to make people admire them by doing skilful tricks but are not playing effectively for their team 卖弄 eg (1) That newscaster is showboating she wants

to be on camera all the time (2) The beauty queen showboated around the stage at the end of the show

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

19 It goes without saying that used to say that something is so clearly true that it does not need to be said 不言而喻理所当然

eg (1) It goes without saying that your decision is right (2) It goes without saying that knowledge is power

BACKBACK

After-reading

A Below are the headings for the four parts in the text Read the text and match the headings with the four parts

a Final thoughts b In business and networking situations c In job interviews d When starting a new job

44

11

22

33

After-reading

B What tips does the text provide under each heading Find key words from the text and write them in the table below When you finish compare your notes with your partner

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

1 Dress for the specific occasion

2 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions

1Arrive about 15 minutes early

2Conduct a final grooming check in the restroom before the interview

1Arrive a bit early leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area

2Take no more than your allotted breaks during the day

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

3 Wear the name tag on your right shoulder area

4 Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly

5 The greeting should be short and simple pay attention to the other personrsquos name

3 Be polite to the support staff

4 Do not smoke right before the interview

5 Turn off your cell phone

6 Smile and make strong eye contact

3 Avoid calling in sick or taking personal days

4 Show your team spirit by supporting the team

5 Listen more and talk less

6 Stay clear of all office politics and gossip

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

6 Engage the other person in conversation Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to

7 Avoid talking about the controversial subjects

7 Answer interview questions with ease and ask questions of the interviewer

8 Write a thank-you note after the interview

7 Keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

After-reading

C Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F)

( ) 1 If you are not certain about how to dress for a specific business occasion itrsquos better to be underdressed than to be overdressed ( ) 2 In business and networking settings you should be active talkative and dominate the conversation ( ) 3 In job interviews to leave a good first impression you should be serious professional and avoid smiling or being humorous ( ) 4 To demonstrate your ability to your colleagues you should talk more than listen when you start your job ( ) 5 You should show your team spirit by supporting the team and even offering to do more if the team needs it

FF

FF

FF

FF

TT

After-reading

D Do you agree with the following statements Discuss in groups

1 Formal dressing gives you authority 2 A casual appearance is more relaxed and friendly 3 People feel more comfortable when wearing clothes similar to those of others around 4 ldquoTalk less and do morerdquo is a good work philosophy

BACKBACK

Language in Use

Vocabulary Building

BACKBACK

Grammar Development

Grammar

Asas 意为ldquo和helliphellip一样rdquo表示同级的比较使用时要注意第一个 as 为副词第二个 as 为连词其基本结构为 as+ adjadv +as 例如

(1) This film is as interesting as that one

这部电影和那部电影一样有趣 (2) Your pen writes as smoothly as mine

你的钢笔书写起来和我的一样流畅

Grammar

其否定式为 not asso +adjadv +as例如

This dictionary is not asso useful as you think

这本字典不如你想象的那样有用

若有修饰成分如 twice three times half a quarter

等则须置于第一个 as之前例如

Your bag is twice as expensive as mine

你的袋子比我的贵一倍

Grammar

几个关于 asas的常见句型

(1) asas possible

Please answer my question as soon as possible

请尽快回答我的问题

(2) asas usualbefore

She looks as pretty as before

她看起来和以前一样漂亮

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Compre-hension

11 common ground a shared topic or subject 共同话题 eg (1) Bob and Frank dont like each other because they have no common ground (2) Economic and trade cooperation is the best area for the two countries to seek common ground

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

12 naturally adv used to say that something is normal and not surprising 自然地

eg (1) One will naturally ask why (2) She behaved naturally before the microphone

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

13 grooming n the process of cleaning and brushing your hairs 整理仪容

eg (1) Good grooming is an asset (2) The mens fashion and grooming site will provide helpful tips and advice on what to look for when buying a suit

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

14 paperwork n the documents that you need for a business deal a journey etc 资料文件

eg (1) The job also requires a lot of paperwork Can

you be organized (2) It will take a lot of paperwork and time to replace your passport

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

15 showcase v to show the good qualities of a person organisation product etc 展示

eg (1) Restored films are being showcased this month at a festival in Paris (2) She wants to showcase African-American literature

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

16 cement v to make a relationship between people countries or

organisations firm and strong 粘合巩固 eg (1) Lets cement the parts together (2) Our holiday together cemented our friendship

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

17 allotted adj giving a particular share of something to someone 分配的

eg (1) Is there some way I can find my own allotted

work (2) Quickly another question followed Where is

your allotted place

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

18 showboat v if someone playing a sport is showboating they are trying to make people admire them by doing skilful tricks but are not playing effectively for their team 卖弄 eg (1) That newscaster is showboating she wants

to be on camera all the time (2) The beauty queen showboated around the stage at the end of the show

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

19 It goes without saying that used to say that something is so clearly true that it does not need to be said 不言而喻理所当然

eg (1) It goes without saying that your decision is right (2) It goes without saying that knowledge is power

BACKBACK

After-reading

A Below are the headings for the four parts in the text Read the text and match the headings with the four parts

a Final thoughts b In business and networking situations c In job interviews d When starting a new job

44

11

22

33

After-reading

B What tips does the text provide under each heading Find key words from the text and write them in the table below When you finish compare your notes with your partner

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

1 Dress for the specific occasion

2 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions

1Arrive about 15 minutes early

2Conduct a final grooming check in the restroom before the interview

1Arrive a bit early leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area

2Take no more than your allotted breaks during the day

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

3 Wear the name tag on your right shoulder area

4 Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly

5 The greeting should be short and simple pay attention to the other personrsquos name

3 Be polite to the support staff

4 Do not smoke right before the interview

5 Turn off your cell phone

6 Smile and make strong eye contact

3 Avoid calling in sick or taking personal days

4 Show your team spirit by supporting the team

5 Listen more and talk less

6 Stay clear of all office politics and gossip

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

6 Engage the other person in conversation Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to

7 Avoid talking about the controversial subjects

7 Answer interview questions with ease and ask questions of the interviewer

8 Write a thank-you note after the interview

7 Keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

After-reading

C Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F)

( ) 1 If you are not certain about how to dress for a specific business occasion itrsquos better to be underdressed than to be overdressed ( ) 2 In business and networking settings you should be active talkative and dominate the conversation ( ) 3 In job interviews to leave a good first impression you should be serious professional and avoid smiling or being humorous ( ) 4 To demonstrate your ability to your colleagues you should talk more than listen when you start your job ( ) 5 You should show your team spirit by supporting the team and even offering to do more if the team needs it

FF

FF

FF

FF

TT

After-reading

D Do you agree with the following statements Discuss in groups

1 Formal dressing gives you authority 2 A casual appearance is more relaxed and friendly 3 People feel more comfortable when wearing clothes similar to those of others around 4 ldquoTalk less and do morerdquo is a good work philosophy

BACKBACK

Language in Use

Vocabulary Building

BACKBACK

Grammar Development

Grammar

Asas 意为ldquo和helliphellip一样rdquo表示同级的比较使用时要注意第一个 as 为副词第二个 as 为连词其基本结构为 as+ adjadv +as 例如

(1) This film is as interesting as that one

这部电影和那部电影一样有趣 (2) Your pen writes as smoothly as mine

你的钢笔书写起来和我的一样流畅

Grammar

其否定式为 not asso +adjadv +as例如

This dictionary is not asso useful as you think

这本字典不如你想象的那样有用

若有修饰成分如 twice three times half a quarter

等则须置于第一个 as之前例如

Your bag is twice as expensive as mine

你的袋子比我的贵一倍

Grammar

几个关于 asas的常见句型

(1) asas possible

Please answer my question as soon as possible

请尽快回答我的问题

(2) asas usualbefore

She looks as pretty as before

她看起来和以前一样漂亮

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Compre-hension

12 naturally adv used to say that something is normal and not surprising 自然地

eg (1) One will naturally ask why (2) She behaved naturally before the microphone

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

13 grooming n the process of cleaning and brushing your hairs 整理仪容

eg (1) Good grooming is an asset (2) The mens fashion and grooming site will provide helpful tips and advice on what to look for when buying a suit

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

14 paperwork n the documents that you need for a business deal a journey etc 资料文件

eg (1) The job also requires a lot of paperwork Can

you be organized (2) It will take a lot of paperwork and time to replace your passport

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

15 showcase v to show the good qualities of a person organisation product etc 展示

eg (1) Restored films are being showcased this month at a festival in Paris (2) She wants to showcase African-American literature

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

16 cement v to make a relationship between people countries or

organisations firm and strong 粘合巩固 eg (1) Lets cement the parts together (2) Our holiday together cemented our friendship

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

17 allotted adj giving a particular share of something to someone 分配的

eg (1) Is there some way I can find my own allotted

work (2) Quickly another question followed Where is

your allotted place

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

18 showboat v if someone playing a sport is showboating they are trying to make people admire them by doing skilful tricks but are not playing effectively for their team 卖弄 eg (1) That newscaster is showboating she wants

to be on camera all the time (2) The beauty queen showboated around the stage at the end of the show

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

19 It goes without saying that used to say that something is so clearly true that it does not need to be said 不言而喻理所当然

eg (1) It goes without saying that your decision is right (2) It goes without saying that knowledge is power

BACKBACK

After-reading

A Below are the headings for the four parts in the text Read the text and match the headings with the four parts

a Final thoughts b In business and networking situations c In job interviews d When starting a new job

44

11

22

33

After-reading

B What tips does the text provide under each heading Find key words from the text and write them in the table below When you finish compare your notes with your partner

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

1 Dress for the specific occasion

2 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions

1Arrive about 15 minutes early

2Conduct a final grooming check in the restroom before the interview

1Arrive a bit early leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area

2Take no more than your allotted breaks during the day

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

3 Wear the name tag on your right shoulder area

4 Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly

5 The greeting should be short and simple pay attention to the other personrsquos name

3 Be polite to the support staff

4 Do not smoke right before the interview

5 Turn off your cell phone

6 Smile and make strong eye contact

3 Avoid calling in sick or taking personal days

4 Show your team spirit by supporting the team

5 Listen more and talk less

6 Stay clear of all office politics and gossip

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

6 Engage the other person in conversation Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to

7 Avoid talking about the controversial subjects

7 Answer interview questions with ease and ask questions of the interviewer

8 Write a thank-you note after the interview

7 Keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

After-reading

C Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F)

( ) 1 If you are not certain about how to dress for a specific business occasion itrsquos better to be underdressed than to be overdressed ( ) 2 In business and networking settings you should be active talkative and dominate the conversation ( ) 3 In job interviews to leave a good first impression you should be serious professional and avoid smiling or being humorous ( ) 4 To demonstrate your ability to your colleagues you should talk more than listen when you start your job ( ) 5 You should show your team spirit by supporting the team and even offering to do more if the team needs it

FF

FF

FF

FF

TT

After-reading

D Do you agree with the following statements Discuss in groups

1 Formal dressing gives you authority 2 A casual appearance is more relaxed and friendly 3 People feel more comfortable when wearing clothes similar to those of others around 4 ldquoTalk less and do morerdquo is a good work philosophy

BACKBACK

Language in Use

Vocabulary Building

BACKBACK

Grammar Development

Grammar

Asas 意为ldquo和helliphellip一样rdquo表示同级的比较使用时要注意第一个 as 为副词第二个 as 为连词其基本结构为 as+ adjadv +as 例如

(1) This film is as interesting as that one

这部电影和那部电影一样有趣 (2) Your pen writes as smoothly as mine

你的钢笔书写起来和我的一样流畅

Grammar

其否定式为 not asso +adjadv +as例如

This dictionary is not asso useful as you think

这本字典不如你想象的那样有用

若有修饰成分如 twice three times half a quarter

等则须置于第一个 as之前例如

Your bag is twice as expensive as mine

你的袋子比我的贵一倍

Grammar

几个关于 asas的常见句型

(1) asas possible

Please answer my question as soon as possible

请尽快回答我的问题

(2) asas usualbefore

She looks as pretty as before

她看起来和以前一样漂亮

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Compre-hension

13 grooming n the process of cleaning and brushing your hairs 整理仪容

eg (1) Good grooming is an asset (2) The mens fashion and grooming site will provide helpful tips and advice on what to look for when buying a suit

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

14 paperwork n the documents that you need for a business deal a journey etc 资料文件

eg (1) The job also requires a lot of paperwork Can

you be organized (2) It will take a lot of paperwork and time to replace your passport

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

15 showcase v to show the good qualities of a person organisation product etc 展示

eg (1) Restored films are being showcased this month at a festival in Paris (2) She wants to showcase African-American literature

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

16 cement v to make a relationship between people countries or

organisations firm and strong 粘合巩固 eg (1) Lets cement the parts together (2) Our holiday together cemented our friendship

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

17 allotted adj giving a particular share of something to someone 分配的

eg (1) Is there some way I can find my own allotted

work (2) Quickly another question followed Where is

your allotted place

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

18 showboat v if someone playing a sport is showboating they are trying to make people admire them by doing skilful tricks but are not playing effectively for their team 卖弄 eg (1) That newscaster is showboating she wants

to be on camera all the time (2) The beauty queen showboated around the stage at the end of the show

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

19 It goes without saying that used to say that something is so clearly true that it does not need to be said 不言而喻理所当然

eg (1) It goes without saying that your decision is right (2) It goes without saying that knowledge is power

BACKBACK

After-reading

A Below are the headings for the four parts in the text Read the text and match the headings with the four parts

a Final thoughts b In business and networking situations c In job interviews d When starting a new job

44

11

22

33

After-reading

B What tips does the text provide under each heading Find key words from the text and write them in the table below When you finish compare your notes with your partner

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

1 Dress for the specific occasion

2 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions

1Arrive about 15 minutes early

2Conduct a final grooming check in the restroom before the interview

1Arrive a bit early leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area

2Take no more than your allotted breaks during the day

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

3 Wear the name tag on your right shoulder area

4 Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly

5 The greeting should be short and simple pay attention to the other personrsquos name

3 Be polite to the support staff

4 Do not smoke right before the interview

5 Turn off your cell phone

6 Smile and make strong eye contact

3 Avoid calling in sick or taking personal days

4 Show your team spirit by supporting the team

5 Listen more and talk less

6 Stay clear of all office politics and gossip

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

6 Engage the other person in conversation Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to

7 Avoid talking about the controversial subjects

7 Answer interview questions with ease and ask questions of the interviewer

8 Write a thank-you note after the interview

7 Keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

After-reading

C Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F)

( ) 1 If you are not certain about how to dress for a specific business occasion itrsquos better to be underdressed than to be overdressed ( ) 2 In business and networking settings you should be active talkative and dominate the conversation ( ) 3 In job interviews to leave a good first impression you should be serious professional and avoid smiling or being humorous ( ) 4 To demonstrate your ability to your colleagues you should talk more than listen when you start your job ( ) 5 You should show your team spirit by supporting the team and even offering to do more if the team needs it

FF

FF

FF

FF

TT

After-reading

D Do you agree with the following statements Discuss in groups

1 Formal dressing gives you authority 2 A casual appearance is more relaxed and friendly 3 People feel more comfortable when wearing clothes similar to those of others around 4 ldquoTalk less and do morerdquo is a good work philosophy

BACKBACK

Language in Use

Vocabulary Building

BACKBACK

Grammar Development

Grammar

Asas 意为ldquo和helliphellip一样rdquo表示同级的比较使用时要注意第一个 as 为副词第二个 as 为连词其基本结构为 as+ adjadv +as 例如

(1) This film is as interesting as that one

这部电影和那部电影一样有趣 (2) Your pen writes as smoothly as mine

你的钢笔书写起来和我的一样流畅

Grammar

其否定式为 not asso +adjadv +as例如

This dictionary is not asso useful as you think

这本字典不如你想象的那样有用

若有修饰成分如 twice three times half a quarter

等则须置于第一个 as之前例如

Your bag is twice as expensive as mine

你的袋子比我的贵一倍

Grammar

几个关于 asas的常见句型

(1) asas possible

Please answer my question as soon as possible

请尽快回答我的问题

(2) asas usualbefore

She looks as pretty as before

她看起来和以前一样漂亮

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Compre-hension

14 paperwork n the documents that you need for a business deal a journey etc 资料文件

eg (1) The job also requires a lot of paperwork Can

you be organized (2) It will take a lot of paperwork and time to replace your passport

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

15 showcase v to show the good qualities of a person organisation product etc 展示

eg (1) Restored films are being showcased this month at a festival in Paris (2) She wants to showcase African-American literature

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

16 cement v to make a relationship between people countries or

organisations firm and strong 粘合巩固 eg (1) Lets cement the parts together (2) Our holiday together cemented our friendship

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

17 allotted adj giving a particular share of something to someone 分配的

eg (1) Is there some way I can find my own allotted

work (2) Quickly another question followed Where is

your allotted place

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

18 showboat v if someone playing a sport is showboating they are trying to make people admire them by doing skilful tricks but are not playing effectively for their team 卖弄 eg (1) That newscaster is showboating she wants

to be on camera all the time (2) The beauty queen showboated around the stage at the end of the show

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

19 It goes without saying that used to say that something is so clearly true that it does not need to be said 不言而喻理所当然

eg (1) It goes without saying that your decision is right (2) It goes without saying that knowledge is power

BACKBACK

After-reading

A Below are the headings for the four parts in the text Read the text and match the headings with the four parts

a Final thoughts b In business and networking situations c In job interviews d When starting a new job

44

11

22

33

After-reading

B What tips does the text provide under each heading Find key words from the text and write them in the table below When you finish compare your notes with your partner

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

1 Dress for the specific occasion

2 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions

1Arrive about 15 minutes early

2Conduct a final grooming check in the restroom before the interview

1Arrive a bit early leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area

2Take no more than your allotted breaks during the day

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

3 Wear the name tag on your right shoulder area

4 Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly

5 The greeting should be short and simple pay attention to the other personrsquos name

3 Be polite to the support staff

4 Do not smoke right before the interview

5 Turn off your cell phone

6 Smile and make strong eye contact

3 Avoid calling in sick or taking personal days

4 Show your team spirit by supporting the team

5 Listen more and talk less

6 Stay clear of all office politics and gossip

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

6 Engage the other person in conversation Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to

7 Avoid talking about the controversial subjects

7 Answer interview questions with ease and ask questions of the interviewer

8 Write a thank-you note after the interview

7 Keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

After-reading

C Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F)

( ) 1 If you are not certain about how to dress for a specific business occasion itrsquos better to be underdressed than to be overdressed ( ) 2 In business and networking settings you should be active talkative and dominate the conversation ( ) 3 In job interviews to leave a good first impression you should be serious professional and avoid smiling or being humorous ( ) 4 To demonstrate your ability to your colleagues you should talk more than listen when you start your job ( ) 5 You should show your team spirit by supporting the team and even offering to do more if the team needs it

FF

FF

FF

FF

TT

After-reading

D Do you agree with the following statements Discuss in groups

1 Formal dressing gives you authority 2 A casual appearance is more relaxed and friendly 3 People feel more comfortable when wearing clothes similar to those of others around 4 ldquoTalk less and do morerdquo is a good work philosophy

BACKBACK

Language in Use

Vocabulary Building

BACKBACK

Grammar Development

Grammar

Asas 意为ldquo和helliphellip一样rdquo表示同级的比较使用时要注意第一个 as 为副词第二个 as 为连词其基本结构为 as+ adjadv +as 例如

(1) This film is as interesting as that one

这部电影和那部电影一样有趣 (2) Your pen writes as smoothly as mine

你的钢笔书写起来和我的一样流畅

Grammar

其否定式为 not asso +adjadv +as例如

This dictionary is not asso useful as you think

这本字典不如你想象的那样有用

若有修饰成分如 twice three times half a quarter

等则须置于第一个 as之前例如

Your bag is twice as expensive as mine

你的袋子比我的贵一倍

Grammar

几个关于 asas的常见句型

(1) asas possible

Please answer my question as soon as possible

请尽快回答我的问题

(2) asas usualbefore

She looks as pretty as before

她看起来和以前一样漂亮

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Compre-hension

15 showcase v to show the good qualities of a person organisation product etc 展示

eg (1) Restored films are being showcased this month at a festival in Paris (2) She wants to showcase African-American literature

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

16 cement v to make a relationship between people countries or

organisations firm and strong 粘合巩固 eg (1) Lets cement the parts together (2) Our holiday together cemented our friendship

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

17 allotted adj giving a particular share of something to someone 分配的

eg (1) Is there some way I can find my own allotted

work (2) Quickly another question followed Where is

your allotted place

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

18 showboat v if someone playing a sport is showboating they are trying to make people admire them by doing skilful tricks but are not playing effectively for their team 卖弄 eg (1) That newscaster is showboating she wants

to be on camera all the time (2) The beauty queen showboated around the stage at the end of the show

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

19 It goes without saying that used to say that something is so clearly true that it does not need to be said 不言而喻理所当然

eg (1) It goes without saying that your decision is right (2) It goes without saying that knowledge is power

BACKBACK

After-reading

A Below are the headings for the four parts in the text Read the text and match the headings with the four parts

a Final thoughts b In business and networking situations c In job interviews d When starting a new job

44

11

22

33

After-reading

B What tips does the text provide under each heading Find key words from the text and write them in the table below When you finish compare your notes with your partner

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

1 Dress for the specific occasion

2 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions

1Arrive about 15 minutes early

2Conduct a final grooming check in the restroom before the interview

1Arrive a bit early leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area

2Take no more than your allotted breaks during the day

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

3 Wear the name tag on your right shoulder area

4 Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly

5 The greeting should be short and simple pay attention to the other personrsquos name

3 Be polite to the support staff

4 Do not smoke right before the interview

5 Turn off your cell phone

6 Smile and make strong eye contact

3 Avoid calling in sick or taking personal days

4 Show your team spirit by supporting the team

5 Listen more and talk less

6 Stay clear of all office politics and gossip

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

6 Engage the other person in conversation Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to

7 Avoid talking about the controversial subjects

7 Answer interview questions with ease and ask questions of the interviewer

8 Write a thank-you note after the interview

7 Keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

After-reading

C Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F)

( ) 1 If you are not certain about how to dress for a specific business occasion itrsquos better to be underdressed than to be overdressed ( ) 2 In business and networking settings you should be active talkative and dominate the conversation ( ) 3 In job interviews to leave a good first impression you should be serious professional and avoid smiling or being humorous ( ) 4 To demonstrate your ability to your colleagues you should talk more than listen when you start your job ( ) 5 You should show your team spirit by supporting the team and even offering to do more if the team needs it

FF

FF

FF

FF

TT

After-reading

D Do you agree with the following statements Discuss in groups

1 Formal dressing gives you authority 2 A casual appearance is more relaxed and friendly 3 People feel more comfortable when wearing clothes similar to those of others around 4 ldquoTalk less and do morerdquo is a good work philosophy

BACKBACK

Language in Use

Vocabulary Building

BACKBACK

Grammar Development

Grammar

Asas 意为ldquo和helliphellip一样rdquo表示同级的比较使用时要注意第一个 as 为副词第二个 as 为连词其基本结构为 as+ adjadv +as 例如

(1) This film is as interesting as that one

这部电影和那部电影一样有趣 (2) Your pen writes as smoothly as mine

你的钢笔书写起来和我的一样流畅

Grammar

其否定式为 not asso +adjadv +as例如

This dictionary is not asso useful as you think

这本字典不如你想象的那样有用

若有修饰成分如 twice three times half a quarter

等则须置于第一个 as之前例如

Your bag is twice as expensive as mine

你的袋子比我的贵一倍

Grammar

几个关于 asas的常见句型

(1) asas possible

Please answer my question as soon as possible

请尽快回答我的问题

(2) asas usualbefore

She looks as pretty as before

她看起来和以前一样漂亮

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Compre-hension

16 cement v to make a relationship between people countries or

organisations firm and strong 粘合巩固 eg (1) Lets cement the parts together (2) Our holiday together cemented our friendship

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

17 allotted adj giving a particular share of something to someone 分配的

eg (1) Is there some way I can find my own allotted

work (2) Quickly another question followed Where is

your allotted place

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

18 showboat v if someone playing a sport is showboating they are trying to make people admire them by doing skilful tricks but are not playing effectively for their team 卖弄 eg (1) That newscaster is showboating she wants

to be on camera all the time (2) The beauty queen showboated around the stage at the end of the show

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

19 It goes without saying that used to say that something is so clearly true that it does not need to be said 不言而喻理所当然

eg (1) It goes without saying that your decision is right (2) It goes without saying that knowledge is power

BACKBACK

After-reading

A Below are the headings for the four parts in the text Read the text and match the headings with the four parts

a Final thoughts b In business and networking situations c In job interviews d When starting a new job

44

11

22

33

After-reading

B What tips does the text provide under each heading Find key words from the text and write them in the table below When you finish compare your notes with your partner

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

1 Dress for the specific occasion

2 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions

1Arrive about 15 minutes early

2Conduct a final grooming check in the restroom before the interview

1Arrive a bit early leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area

2Take no more than your allotted breaks during the day

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

3 Wear the name tag on your right shoulder area

4 Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly

5 The greeting should be short and simple pay attention to the other personrsquos name

3 Be polite to the support staff

4 Do not smoke right before the interview

5 Turn off your cell phone

6 Smile and make strong eye contact

3 Avoid calling in sick or taking personal days

4 Show your team spirit by supporting the team

5 Listen more and talk less

6 Stay clear of all office politics and gossip

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

6 Engage the other person in conversation Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to

7 Avoid talking about the controversial subjects

7 Answer interview questions with ease and ask questions of the interviewer

8 Write a thank-you note after the interview

7 Keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

After-reading

C Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F)

( ) 1 If you are not certain about how to dress for a specific business occasion itrsquos better to be underdressed than to be overdressed ( ) 2 In business and networking settings you should be active talkative and dominate the conversation ( ) 3 In job interviews to leave a good first impression you should be serious professional and avoid smiling or being humorous ( ) 4 To demonstrate your ability to your colleagues you should talk more than listen when you start your job ( ) 5 You should show your team spirit by supporting the team and even offering to do more if the team needs it

FF

FF

FF

FF

TT

After-reading

D Do you agree with the following statements Discuss in groups

1 Formal dressing gives you authority 2 A casual appearance is more relaxed and friendly 3 People feel more comfortable when wearing clothes similar to those of others around 4 ldquoTalk less and do morerdquo is a good work philosophy

BACKBACK

Language in Use

Vocabulary Building

BACKBACK

Grammar Development

Grammar

Asas 意为ldquo和helliphellip一样rdquo表示同级的比较使用时要注意第一个 as 为副词第二个 as 为连词其基本结构为 as+ adjadv +as 例如

(1) This film is as interesting as that one

这部电影和那部电影一样有趣 (2) Your pen writes as smoothly as mine

你的钢笔书写起来和我的一样流畅

Grammar

其否定式为 not asso +adjadv +as例如

This dictionary is not asso useful as you think

这本字典不如你想象的那样有用

若有修饰成分如 twice three times half a quarter

等则须置于第一个 as之前例如

Your bag is twice as expensive as mine

你的袋子比我的贵一倍

Grammar

几个关于 asas的常见句型

(1) asas possible

Please answer my question as soon as possible

请尽快回答我的问题

(2) asas usualbefore

She looks as pretty as before

她看起来和以前一样漂亮

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Compre-hension

17 allotted adj giving a particular share of something to someone 分配的

eg (1) Is there some way I can find my own allotted

work (2) Quickly another question followed Where is

your allotted place

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

18 showboat v if someone playing a sport is showboating they are trying to make people admire them by doing skilful tricks but are not playing effectively for their team 卖弄 eg (1) That newscaster is showboating she wants

to be on camera all the time (2) The beauty queen showboated around the stage at the end of the show

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

19 It goes without saying that used to say that something is so clearly true that it does not need to be said 不言而喻理所当然

eg (1) It goes without saying that your decision is right (2) It goes without saying that knowledge is power

BACKBACK

After-reading

A Below are the headings for the four parts in the text Read the text and match the headings with the four parts

a Final thoughts b In business and networking situations c In job interviews d When starting a new job

44

11

22

33

After-reading

B What tips does the text provide under each heading Find key words from the text and write them in the table below When you finish compare your notes with your partner

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

1 Dress for the specific occasion

2 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions

1Arrive about 15 minutes early

2Conduct a final grooming check in the restroom before the interview

1Arrive a bit early leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area

2Take no more than your allotted breaks during the day

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

3 Wear the name tag on your right shoulder area

4 Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly

5 The greeting should be short and simple pay attention to the other personrsquos name

3 Be polite to the support staff

4 Do not smoke right before the interview

5 Turn off your cell phone

6 Smile and make strong eye contact

3 Avoid calling in sick or taking personal days

4 Show your team spirit by supporting the team

5 Listen more and talk less

6 Stay clear of all office politics and gossip

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

6 Engage the other person in conversation Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to

7 Avoid talking about the controversial subjects

7 Answer interview questions with ease and ask questions of the interviewer

8 Write a thank-you note after the interview

7 Keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

After-reading

C Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F)

( ) 1 If you are not certain about how to dress for a specific business occasion itrsquos better to be underdressed than to be overdressed ( ) 2 In business and networking settings you should be active talkative and dominate the conversation ( ) 3 In job interviews to leave a good first impression you should be serious professional and avoid smiling or being humorous ( ) 4 To demonstrate your ability to your colleagues you should talk more than listen when you start your job ( ) 5 You should show your team spirit by supporting the team and even offering to do more if the team needs it

FF

FF

FF

FF

TT

After-reading

D Do you agree with the following statements Discuss in groups

1 Formal dressing gives you authority 2 A casual appearance is more relaxed and friendly 3 People feel more comfortable when wearing clothes similar to those of others around 4 ldquoTalk less and do morerdquo is a good work philosophy

BACKBACK

Language in Use

Vocabulary Building

BACKBACK

Grammar Development

Grammar

Asas 意为ldquo和helliphellip一样rdquo表示同级的比较使用时要注意第一个 as 为副词第二个 as 为连词其基本结构为 as+ adjadv +as 例如

(1) This film is as interesting as that one

这部电影和那部电影一样有趣 (2) Your pen writes as smoothly as mine

你的钢笔书写起来和我的一样流畅

Grammar

其否定式为 not asso +adjadv +as例如

This dictionary is not asso useful as you think

这本字典不如你想象的那样有用

若有修饰成分如 twice three times half a quarter

等则须置于第一个 as之前例如

Your bag is twice as expensive as mine

你的袋子比我的贵一倍

Grammar

几个关于 asas的常见句型

(1) asas possible

Please answer my question as soon as possible

请尽快回答我的问题

(2) asas usualbefore

She looks as pretty as before

她看起来和以前一样漂亮

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Compre-hension

18 showboat v if someone playing a sport is showboating they are trying to make people admire them by doing skilful tricks but are not playing effectively for their team 卖弄 eg (1) That newscaster is showboating she wants

to be on camera all the time (2) The beauty queen showboated around the stage at the end of the show

BACKBACK

Compre-hension

19 It goes without saying that used to say that something is so clearly true that it does not need to be said 不言而喻理所当然

eg (1) It goes without saying that your decision is right (2) It goes without saying that knowledge is power

BACKBACK

After-reading

A Below are the headings for the four parts in the text Read the text and match the headings with the four parts

a Final thoughts b In business and networking situations c In job interviews d When starting a new job

44

11

22

33

After-reading

B What tips does the text provide under each heading Find key words from the text and write them in the table below When you finish compare your notes with your partner

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

1 Dress for the specific occasion

2 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions

1Arrive about 15 minutes early

2Conduct a final grooming check in the restroom before the interview

1Arrive a bit early leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area

2Take no more than your allotted breaks during the day

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

3 Wear the name tag on your right shoulder area

4 Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly

5 The greeting should be short and simple pay attention to the other personrsquos name

3 Be polite to the support staff

4 Do not smoke right before the interview

5 Turn off your cell phone

6 Smile and make strong eye contact

3 Avoid calling in sick or taking personal days

4 Show your team spirit by supporting the team

5 Listen more and talk less

6 Stay clear of all office politics and gossip

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

6 Engage the other person in conversation Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to

7 Avoid talking about the controversial subjects

7 Answer interview questions with ease and ask questions of the interviewer

8 Write a thank-you note after the interview

7 Keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

After-reading

C Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F)

( ) 1 If you are not certain about how to dress for a specific business occasion itrsquos better to be underdressed than to be overdressed ( ) 2 In business and networking settings you should be active talkative and dominate the conversation ( ) 3 In job interviews to leave a good first impression you should be serious professional and avoid smiling or being humorous ( ) 4 To demonstrate your ability to your colleagues you should talk more than listen when you start your job ( ) 5 You should show your team spirit by supporting the team and even offering to do more if the team needs it

FF

FF

FF

FF

TT

After-reading

D Do you agree with the following statements Discuss in groups

1 Formal dressing gives you authority 2 A casual appearance is more relaxed and friendly 3 People feel more comfortable when wearing clothes similar to those of others around 4 ldquoTalk less and do morerdquo is a good work philosophy

BACKBACK

Language in Use

Vocabulary Building

BACKBACK

Grammar Development

Grammar

Asas 意为ldquo和helliphellip一样rdquo表示同级的比较使用时要注意第一个 as 为副词第二个 as 为连词其基本结构为 as+ adjadv +as 例如

(1) This film is as interesting as that one

这部电影和那部电影一样有趣 (2) Your pen writes as smoothly as mine

你的钢笔书写起来和我的一样流畅

Grammar

其否定式为 not asso +adjadv +as例如

This dictionary is not asso useful as you think

这本字典不如你想象的那样有用

若有修饰成分如 twice three times half a quarter

等则须置于第一个 as之前例如

Your bag is twice as expensive as mine

你的袋子比我的贵一倍

Grammar

几个关于 asas的常见句型

(1) asas possible

Please answer my question as soon as possible

请尽快回答我的问题

(2) asas usualbefore

She looks as pretty as before

她看起来和以前一样漂亮

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Compre-hension

19 It goes without saying that used to say that something is so clearly true that it does not need to be said 不言而喻理所当然

eg (1) It goes without saying that your decision is right (2) It goes without saying that knowledge is power

BACKBACK

After-reading

A Below are the headings for the four parts in the text Read the text and match the headings with the four parts

a Final thoughts b In business and networking situations c In job interviews d When starting a new job

44

11

22

33

After-reading

B What tips does the text provide under each heading Find key words from the text and write them in the table below When you finish compare your notes with your partner

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

1 Dress for the specific occasion

2 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions

1Arrive about 15 minutes early

2Conduct a final grooming check in the restroom before the interview

1Arrive a bit early leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area

2Take no more than your allotted breaks during the day

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

3 Wear the name tag on your right shoulder area

4 Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly

5 The greeting should be short and simple pay attention to the other personrsquos name

3 Be polite to the support staff

4 Do not smoke right before the interview

5 Turn off your cell phone

6 Smile and make strong eye contact

3 Avoid calling in sick or taking personal days

4 Show your team spirit by supporting the team

5 Listen more and talk less

6 Stay clear of all office politics and gossip

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

6 Engage the other person in conversation Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to

7 Avoid talking about the controversial subjects

7 Answer interview questions with ease and ask questions of the interviewer

8 Write a thank-you note after the interview

7 Keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

After-reading

C Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F)

( ) 1 If you are not certain about how to dress for a specific business occasion itrsquos better to be underdressed than to be overdressed ( ) 2 In business and networking settings you should be active talkative and dominate the conversation ( ) 3 In job interviews to leave a good first impression you should be serious professional and avoid smiling or being humorous ( ) 4 To demonstrate your ability to your colleagues you should talk more than listen when you start your job ( ) 5 You should show your team spirit by supporting the team and even offering to do more if the team needs it

FF

FF

FF

FF

TT

After-reading

D Do you agree with the following statements Discuss in groups

1 Formal dressing gives you authority 2 A casual appearance is more relaxed and friendly 3 People feel more comfortable when wearing clothes similar to those of others around 4 ldquoTalk less and do morerdquo is a good work philosophy

BACKBACK

Language in Use

Vocabulary Building

BACKBACK

Grammar Development

Grammar

Asas 意为ldquo和helliphellip一样rdquo表示同级的比较使用时要注意第一个 as 为副词第二个 as 为连词其基本结构为 as+ adjadv +as 例如

(1) This film is as interesting as that one

这部电影和那部电影一样有趣 (2) Your pen writes as smoothly as mine

你的钢笔书写起来和我的一样流畅

Grammar

其否定式为 not asso +adjadv +as例如

This dictionary is not asso useful as you think

这本字典不如你想象的那样有用

若有修饰成分如 twice three times half a quarter

等则须置于第一个 as之前例如

Your bag is twice as expensive as mine

你的袋子比我的贵一倍

Grammar

几个关于 asas的常见句型

(1) asas possible

Please answer my question as soon as possible

请尽快回答我的问题

(2) asas usualbefore

She looks as pretty as before

她看起来和以前一样漂亮

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

After-reading

A Below are the headings for the four parts in the text Read the text and match the headings with the four parts

a Final thoughts b In business and networking situations c In job interviews d When starting a new job

44

11

22

33

After-reading

B What tips does the text provide under each heading Find key words from the text and write them in the table below When you finish compare your notes with your partner

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

1 Dress for the specific occasion

2 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions

1Arrive about 15 minutes early

2Conduct a final grooming check in the restroom before the interview

1Arrive a bit early leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area

2Take no more than your allotted breaks during the day

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

3 Wear the name tag on your right shoulder area

4 Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly

5 The greeting should be short and simple pay attention to the other personrsquos name

3 Be polite to the support staff

4 Do not smoke right before the interview

5 Turn off your cell phone

6 Smile and make strong eye contact

3 Avoid calling in sick or taking personal days

4 Show your team spirit by supporting the team

5 Listen more and talk less

6 Stay clear of all office politics and gossip

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

6 Engage the other person in conversation Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to

7 Avoid talking about the controversial subjects

7 Answer interview questions with ease and ask questions of the interviewer

8 Write a thank-you note after the interview

7 Keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

After-reading

C Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F)

( ) 1 If you are not certain about how to dress for a specific business occasion itrsquos better to be underdressed than to be overdressed ( ) 2 In business and networking settings you should be active talkative and dominate the conversation ( ) 3 In job interviews to leave a good first impression you should be serious professional and avoid smiling or being humorous ( ) 4 To demonstrate your ability to your colleagues you should talk more than listen when you start your job ( ) 5 You should show your team spirit by supporting the team and even offering to do more if the team needs it

FF

FF

FF

FF

TT

After-reading

D Do you agree with the following statements Discuss in groups

1 Formal dressing gives you authority 2 A casual appearance is more relaxed and friendly 3 People feel more comfortable when wearing clothes similar to those of others around 4 ldquoTalk less and do morerdquo is a good work philosophy

BACKBACK

Language in Use

Vocabulary Building

BACKBACK

Grammar Development

Grammar

Asas 意为ldquo和helliphellip一样rdquo表示同级的比较使用时要注意第一个 as 为副词第二个 as 为连词其基本结构为 as+ adjadv +as 例如

(1) This film is as interesting as that one

这部电影和那部电影一样有趣 (2) Your pen writes as smoothly as mine

你的钢笔书写起来和我的一样流畅

Grammar

其否定式为 not asso +adjadv +as例如

This dictionary is not asso useful as you think

这本字典不如你想象的那样有用

若有修饰成分如 twice three times half a quarter

等则须置于第一个 as之前例如

Your bag is twice as expensive as mine

你的袋子比我的贵一倍

Grammar

几个关于 asas的常见句型

(1) asas possible

Please answer my question as soon as possible

请尽快回答我的问题

(2) asas usualbefore

She looks as pretty as before

她看起来和以前一样漂亮

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

After-reading

B What tips does the text provide under each heading Find key words from the text and write them in the table below When you finish compare your notes with your partner

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

1 Dress for the specific occasion

2 Grooming is also an important part of first impressions

1Arrive about 15 minutes early

2Conduct a final grooming check in the restroom before the interview

1Arrive a bit early leave no earlier than the majority of the others in your area

2Take no more than your allotted breaks during the day

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

3 Wear the name tag on your right shoulder area

4 Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly

5 The greeting should be short and simple pay attention to the other personrsquos name

3 Be polite to the support staff

4 Do not smoke right before the interview

5 Turn off your cell phone

6 Smile and make strong eye contact

3 Avoid calling in sick or taking personal days

4 Show your team spirit by supporting the team

5 Listen more and talk less

6 Stay clear of all office politics and gossip

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

6 Engage the other person in conversation Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to

7 Avoid talking about the controversial subjects

7 Answer interview questions with ease and ask questions of the interviewer

8 Write a thank-you note after the interview

7 Keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

After-reading

C Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F)

( ) 1 If you are not certain about how to dress for a specific business occasion itrsquos better to be underdressed than to be overdressed ( ) 2 In business and networking settings you should be active talkative and dominate the conversation ( ) 3 In job interviews to leave a good first impression you should be serious professional and avoid smiling or being humorous ( ) 4 To demonstrate your ability to your colleagues you should talk more than listen when you start your job ( ) 5 You should show your team spirit by supporting the team and even offering to do more if the team needs it

FF

FF

FF

FF

TT

After-reading

D Do you agree with the following statements Discuss in groups

1 Formal dressing gives you authority 2 A casual appearance is more relaxed and friendly 3 People feel more comfortable when wearing clothes similar to those of others around 4 ldquoTalk less and do morerdquo is a good work philosophy

BACKBACK

Language in Use

Vocabulary Building

BACKBACK

Grammar Development

Grammar

Asas 意为ldquo和helliphellip一样rdquo表示同级的比较使用时要注意第一个 as 为副词第二个 as 为连词其基本结构为 as+ adjadv +as 例如

(1) This film is as interesting as that one

这部电影和那部电影一样有趣 (2) Your pen writes as smoothly as mine

你的钢笔书写起来和我的一样流畅

Grammar

其否定式为 not asso +adjadv +as例如

This dictionary is not asso useful as you think

这本字典不如你想象的那样有用

若有修饰成分如 twice three times half a quarter

等则须置于第一个 as之前例如

Your bag is twice as expensive as mine

你的袋子比我的贵一倍

Grammar

几个关于 asas的常见句型

(1) asas possible

Please answer my question as soon as possible

请尽快回答我的问题

(2) asas usualbefore

She looks as pretty as before

她看起来和以前一样漂亮

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

3 Wear the name tag on your right shoulder area

4 Handshakes should be simplemdashextend right hand and grasp gently but firmly

5 The greeting should be short and simple pay attention to the other personrsquos name

3 Be polite to the support staff

4 Do not smoke right before the interview

5 Turn off your cell phone

6 Smile and make strong eye contact

3 Avoid calling in sick or taking personal days

4 Show your team spirit by supporting the team

5 Listen more and talk less

6 Stay clear of all office politics and gossip

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

6 Engage the other person in conversation Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to

7 Avoid talking about the controversial subjects

7 Answer interview questions with ease and ask questions of the interviewer

8 Write a thank-you note after the interview

7 Keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

After-reading

C Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F)

( ) 1 If you are not certain about how to dress for a specific business occasion itrsquos better to be underdressed than to be overdressed ( ) 2 In business and networking settings you should be active talkative and dominate the conversation ( ) 3 In job interviews to leave a good first impression you should be serious professional and avoid smiling or being humorous ( ) 4 To demonstrate your ability to your colleagues you should talk more than listen when you start your job ( ) 5 You should show your team spirit by supporting the team and even offering to do more if the team needs it

FF

FF

FF

FF

TT

After-reading

D Do you agree with the following statements Discuss in groups

1 Formal dressing gives you authority 2 A casual appearance is more relaxed and friendly 3 People feel more comfortable when wearing clothes similar to those of others around 4 ldquoTalk less and do morerdquo is a good work philosophy

BACKBACK

Language in Use

Vocabulary Building

BACKBACK

Grammar Development

Grammar

Asas 意为ldquo和helliphellip一样rdquo表示同级的比较使用时要注意第一个 as 为副词第二个 as 为连词其基本结构为 as+ adjadv +as 例如

(1) This film is as interesting as that one

这部电影和那部电影一样有趣 (2) Your pen writes as smoothly as mine

你的钢笔书写起来和我的一样流畅

Grammar

其否定式为 not asso +adjadv +as例如

This dictionary is not asso useful as you think

这本字典不如你想象的那样有用

若有修饰成分如 twice three times half a quarter

等则须置于第一个 as之前例如

Your bag is twice as expensive as mine

你的袋子比我的贵一倍

Grammar

几个关于 asas的常见句型

(1) asas possible

Please answer my question as soon as possible

请尽快回答我的问题

(2) asas usualbefore

She looks as pretty as before

她看起来和以前一样漂亮

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

After-reading

In business andnetworking situations

In job interviews When starting a new job

6 Engage the other person in conversation Look for common ground with the person yoursquore talking to

7 Avoid talking about the controversial subjects

7 Answer interview questions with ease and ask questions of the interviewer

8 Write a thank-you note after the interview

7 Keep your personal communicationsmdashemail IM and phonemdashto a minimum while at work

After-reading

C Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F)

( ) 1 If you are not certain about how to dress for a specific business occasion itrsquos better to be underdressed than to be overdressed ( ) 2 In business and networking settings you should be active talkative and dominate the conversation ( ) 3 In job interviews to leave a good first impression you should be serious professional and avoid smiling or being humorous ( ) 4 To demonstrate your ability to your colleagues you should talk more than listen when you start your job ( ) 5 You should show your team spirit by supporting the team and even offering to do more if the team needs it

FF

FF

FF

FF

TT

After-reading

D Do you agree with the following statements Discuss in groups

1 Formal dressing gives you authority 2 A casual appearance is more relaxed and friendly 3 People feel more comfortable when wearing clothes similar to those of others around 4 ldquoTalk less and do morerdquo is a good work philosophy

BACKBACK

Language in Use

Vocabulary Building

BACKBACK

Grammar Development

Grammar

Asas 意为ldquo和helliphellip一样rdquo表示同级的比较使用时要注意第一个 as 为副词第二个 as 为连词其基本结构为 as+ adjadv +as 例如

(1) This film is as interesting as that one

这部电影和那部电影一样有趣 (2) Your pen writes as smoothly as mine

你的钢笔书写起来和我的一样流畅

Grammar

其否定式为 not asso +adjadv +as例如

This dictionary is not asso useful as you think

这本字典不如你想象的那样有用

若有修饰成分如 twice three times half a quarter

等则须置于第一个 as之前例如

Your bag is twice as expensive as mine

你的袋子比我的贵一倍

Grammar

几个关于 asas的常见句型

(1) asas possible

Please answer my question as soon as possible

请尽快回答我的问题

(2) asas usualbefore

She looks as pretty as before

她看起来和以前一样漂亮

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

After-reading

C Decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F)

( ) 1 If you are not certain about how to dress for a specific business occasion itrsquos better to be underdressed than to be overdressed ( ) 2 In business and networking settings you should be active talkative and dominate the conversation ( ) 3 In job interviews to leave a good first impression you should be serious professional and avoid smiling or being humorous ( ) 4 To demonstrate your ability to your colleagues you should talk more than listen when you start your job ( ) 5 You should show your team spirit by supporting the team and even offering to do more if the team needs it

FF

FF

FF

FF

TT

After-reading

D Do you agree with the following statements Discuss in groups

1 Formal dressing gives you authority 2 A casual appearance is more relaxed and friendly 3 People feel more comfortable when wearing clothes similar to those of others around 4 ldquoTalk less and do morerdquo is a good work philosophy

BACKBACK

Language in Use

Vocabulary Building

BACKBACK

Grammar Development

Grammar

Asas 意为ldquo和helliphellip一样rdquo表示同级的比较使用时要注意第一个 as 为副词第二个 as 为连词其基本结构为 as+ adjadv +as 例如

(1) This film is as interesting as that one

这部电影和那部电影一样有趣 (2) Your pen writes as smoothly as mine

你的钢笔书写起来和我的一样流畅

Grammar

其否定式为 not asso +adjadv +as例如

This dictionary is not asso useful as you think

这本字典不如你想象的那样有用

若有修饰成分如 twice three times half a quarter

等则须置于第一个 as之前例如

Your bag is twice as expensive as mine

你的袋子比我的贵一倍

Grammar

几个关于 asas的常见句型

(1) asas possible

Please answer my question as soon as possible

请尽快回答我的问题

(2) asas usualbefore

She looks as pretty as before

她看起来和以前一样漂亮

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

After-reading

D Do you agree with the following statements Discuss in groups

1 Formal dressing gives you authority 2 A casual appearance is more relaxed and friendly 3 People feel more comfortable when wearing clothes similar to those of others around 4 ldquoTalk less and do morerdquo is a good work philosophy

BACKBACK

Language in Use

Vocabulary Building

BACKBACK

Grammar Development

Grammar

Asas 意为ldquo和helliphellip一样rdquo表示同级的比较使用时要注意第一个 as 为副词第二个 as 为连词其基本结构为 as+ adjadv +as 例如

(1) This film is as interesting as that one

这部电影和那部电影一样有趣 (2) Your pen writes as smoothly as mine

你的钢笔书写起来和我的一样流畅

Grammar

其否定式为 not asso +adjadv +as例如

This dictionary is not asso useful as you think

这本字典不如你想象的那样有用

若有修饰成分如 twice three times half a quarter

等则须置于第一个 as之前例如

Your bag is twice as expensive as mine

你的袋子比我的贵一倍

Grammar

几个关于 asas的常见句型

(1) asas possible

Please answer my question as soon as possible

请尽快回答我的问题

(2) asas usualbefore

She looks as pretty as before

她看起来和以前一样漂亮

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Language in Use

Vocabulary Building

BACKBACK

Grammar Development

Grammar

Asas 意为ldquo和helliphellip一样rdquo表示同级的比较使用时要注意第一个 as 为副词第二个 as 为连词其基本结构为 as+ adjadv +as 例如

(1) This film is as interesting as that one

这部电影和那部电影一样有趣 (2) Your pen writes as smoothly as mine

你的钢笔书写起来和我的一样流畅

Grammar

其否定式为 not asso +adjadv +as例如

This dictionary is not asso useful as you think

这本字典不如你想象的那样有用

若有修饰成分如 twice three times half a quarter

等则须置于第一个 as之前例如

Your bag is twice as expensive as mine

你的袋子比我的贵一倍

Grammar

几个关于 asas的常见句型

(1) asas possible

Please answer my question as soon as possible

请尽快回答我的问题

(2) asas usualbefore

She looks as pretty as before

她看起来和以前一样漂亮

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Grammar

Asas 意为ldquo和helliphellip一样rdquo表示同级的比较使用时要注意第一个 as 为副词第二个 as 为连词其基本结构为 as+ adjadv +as 例如

(1) This film is as interesting as that one

这部电影和那部电影一样有趣 (2) Your pen writes as smoothly as mine

你的钢笔书写起来和我的一样流畅

Grammar

其否定式为 not asso +adjadv +as例如

This dictionary is not asso useful as you think

这本字典不如你想象的那样有用

若有修饰成分如 twice three times half a quarter

等则须置于第一个 as之前例如

Your bag is twice as expensive as mine

你的袋子比我的贵一倍

Grammar

几个关于 asas的常见句型

(1) asas possible

Please answer my question as soon as possible

请尽快回答我的问题

(2) asas usualbefore

She looks as pretty as before

她看起来和以前一样漂亮

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Grammar

其否定式为 not asso +adjadv +as例如

This dictionary is not asso useful as you think

这本字典不如你想象的那样有用

若有修饰成分如 twice three times half a quarter

等则须置于第一个 as之前例如

Your bag is twice as expensive as mine

你的袋子比我的贵一倍

Grammar

几个关于 asas的常见句型

(1) asas possible

Please answer my question as soon as possible

请尽快回答我的问题

(2) asas usualbefore

She looks as pretty as before

她看起来和以前一样漂亮

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Grammar

几个关于 asas的常见句型

(1) asas possible

Please answer my question as soon as possible

请尽快回答我的问题

(2) asas usualbefore

She looks as pretty as before

她看起来和以前一样漂亮

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Grammar

(3) as long as (引导条件状语从句 )

Ill never forget that as long as I am living

这事我至死也不会忘记

(4) as far as

He walked as far as the railway station yesterday evening

昨天傍晚他一直散步到火车站

(5) as well as

She cooks as well as her mother does

她烧菜烧得跟她母亲一样好

BACKBACK

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

VocabularyCompound adjectives Compound adjectives ending with -edending with -ed

名词 + 过去分词 名词多表示工具或行为的发出者（这时候这个形容词相当于被修饰词后面的被动的定语从句）例如 book-filled （放满书的） examination-oriented （应试教育的）

副词 + 过去分词 副词是过去分词的状语形容词后所修饰的名词与现在分词是逻辑上的动宾关系例如 half-baked（烤得半生不熟的肤浅的） newly-developed （新发展起来的）

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Vocabulary

名词 + 名词 -ed 这类复合形容词表示人或事物在外表精神或行质上的特征 前一个名词表示后一个名词所具有的特征例如 chicken-hearted （胆怯的软弱的）

形容词 + 名词 -ed 这种复合形容词通常表示事物的外部特征（如颜色形状大小等）尤其广泛用来描写人的外貌和内在品质人的身材面貌眼睛头发手脚等等以及人的智慧精神品质感情状态词中的形容词通常形容词中的名词例如 red-lipped （嘴唇红润的） short-sighted （近视的）

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Vocabulary

1 What are the meanings of the following words You may use a dictionary for help

examination-

oriented

well-balanced

sweet-tempered

black-bearded

much-needed

paper-backed

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Vocabulary

examination-oriented well-balanced sweet-tempered black-beared much-needed paper-backed

1 That man is her husband2 Her neighbours spoke of her as kindly and h

ospitable 3 English language learning should not be an education 4 books are cheaper than hardbacks5 A diet is made up of various foods 6 The coach gave us a pep talk during the half

2 Complete the sentences using the words in Exercise 1

black-bearedsweet-tempered

examination-orientedPaper-backed

well-balancedmuch-needed

BACKBACK

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

ProjectA Job Interview

STEP 1

Interview

Questions

Read through the 11 interview questions (on next page) with a partner What kind of questions are they Classify them into five categories marked A B C D E

A Conversation opening questionsB Questions about skills and qualificationsC Questions about your personalityD Questions about salary and working conditionsE Questions about your ambitions

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Project

1 Why are you interested in this companyposition2 What do you hope to gain by working with us3 How do you feel we would benefit most by hiring you4 Which are your strong pointsweak points5 How do you handle criticism6 What problems did you encounter and how did you overcome them7 What are you like under pressure8 What are your career goals or Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years9 What salary are you looking for10 Do you enjoy working with other people11 Would you tell me something about yourself

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Project

STEP 2

Job

Advertisement

Read the following job advertisement Whatqualifications do you think the advertisers arelooking for

Are you interested in a career in retail store managementWe have vacancies for 16 trainee retail managers to start working in SeptemberWe offer full training in all areas of retailingWe offer an attractive salary and benefits with good prospects for future promotion

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

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Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Project

STEP 3

Role-play

Role-play an interview for the

job of intern retail manager

The interviewer should prepare

questions and be professional

The interviewee should answer

questions with ease and ask

questions of the interviewer

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Project

STEP 4

Act out

the play

Invite several pairs to act out

the play in front of the class

The rest of the class should

make comments on the

interview and offer advice on

how to improve the

intervieweersquos performance

BACKBACK

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Culture Tips

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Culture Tips

Business Dressing

Every individual company sets certain standards for business outfits Usually as a general rule most of the large companies and organisations require a more formal dress

Most companies have a formal dress code for their particular business Some companies may supply uniforms for some or all of their employees You could check with your employer whether they have any policy on dress code and what they feel is the most appropriate outfit for your position

If you choose to wear jewelry it should be minimum and compliment your outfit Large flashy jewelry is usually not appropriate for a business environment

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Culture Tips

Business hours

The normal business hours are Monday through Friday 8 30 or 9 00 am to 5 00 or 6 00 pm with a 30 to 60 minute lunch break

Punctuality

Being on time is a very important rule of business etiquette Every effort should be made to arrive on time to any scheduled meetings or appointments If you would be late for an appointment then a call should be made announcing the expected delay On the other hand regularly arriving late or missing appointments would have a negative impact on your business

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Culture Tips

Greetings

It is customary for business meeting with people from outside your company to begin and end with a firm handshake Eye contact should be maintained during the handshake and whenever someone is speaking to you

You could take help of others in your company to find out when it would be appropriate to address someone by their first name only or whether they should be addressed in a more formal manner (ie Mr Robins) Avoid using nicknames until the person permits you to do so The appropriate way of addressing someone may depend partly on his or her position in the company For instance it could be acceptable if you address your coworkers by their first name but not the senior officers of the company

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Culture Tips

Greetings and conversation

Shaking hands is considered the polite way to greet someone you have just been introduced to and you will often hear people say ldquoHow do you dordquo to which an appropriate reply is also ldquoHow do you dordquo A less formal greeting is ldquoHow are yourdquo and the usual answer is ldquoIrsquom fine thank you And yourdquoBefore discussing business matters people usually make lsquosmall talkrsquo (have a short chat) This is often on a topic such as the weather transport or sport Humour is often used

Culture Tips

Making appointments

Usually1048774 rarrMeetings are normally arranged some days in advance1048774 rarrMeetings are within normal office working hours 0900 am to 1700 pm Be aware the hour lunch break can be any time usually between 1200 to 1400 you will need to check if it is OK to meet during this time

Sometimes it may be preferred1048774 rarrTo have a working lunch (breakfast or dinner) Remember to be clear about who is paying1048774 rarrTo meet in the evenings or at the weekend if the way the business works requires it

Culture Tips

Meetings

1048774rarrLet the person you are meeting know if you are bringing somebody else with you their name role or interest in the issues1048774 rarrIn the same way you can ask who else will be present1048774 rarrPunctuality is very important If you are going to be late phone the person you are meeting as soon as possible to let them know Or if you have to cancel the meeting apologise and arrange a new time1048774 rarrMinutes or notes of the meeting are a good idea to remind you of the exchange of ideas or what was decided

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HomeworkGlobal Business Culture

Can you find out business cultures of other countries Please choose one country and give a short speech about it in next class

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