What is career planning ? Career planning is a lifelong process, which includes: Choosing an...

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UNIT 2JOB APPLICATION

FOR ENG 406 COURSEWEEK 5

What is career planning ?Career planning is a lifelong process, which includes: Choosing an occupationGetting a jobGrowing in the jobPossibly changing careersEventually retiring.

CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

Career Planning Includes:

•The task of laying down objectives

•Planning one’s post graduation

•Planning job changes to get the max. benefit

•Planning shiftsto grow professionally

•Developing expertisein a certain area


DON’T FORGET

Successful people are those who have adopted proper career planning.


In the following text you will read how Steve Jobs planned his career.

BUTFirst the following words with their definitions (SSAG-

P:57)


ANSWERS1. G2. İ3. J4. C5. F6. H7. A8. E9. B10. dCANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF

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READING


In the following article, Steve Jobs was described as a person “ahead of his time”. What personality traits, skills, values, interests, do you think, made him ahead of his time?

launch (v):Word Formation : launch (n)Definition : to make a new product, book etc available for

sale for the first time: Synonyms : introduceAntonym : -Collocations : launch a product

Ex: The company hopes to launch the new drug by next October.


conjure up (phr.v. ):Word Formation : conjurer(n)Definition : create something out of nothing Synonyms : create/ inventAntonym : -Collocations : conjure up an idea/ plan

Ex: Everyday a different chef conjures up delicious dishes in the restaurants.


A person who entertains people by doing magic

floppy disc (n.):Word Formation : -

Definition : a small magnetic disc used for storing computer data and programs.

Synonyms : -Antonym : -Collocations : floppy disc

Ex: Cds replaced floppy discs.


pioneer (n):Word Formation : pioneer(v) pioneering (n)Definition : one of the first people in a place/ activity and develop

it.Synonyms : first/ earlyAntonym : last/ laterCollocations : leading pioneer

Ex: Ara Güler is one of the leading pioneers of Turkish photo journalism.

Ex: He was a pioneer in the field of biotechnology.Ex: Before European pioneers Indians lived in America.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

crucially (adv.):Word Formation : crucial (adj.)Definition : in a way that’s extremely importantSynonyms : vitally/ essentiallyAntonym : unimportantly/ insignificantlyCollocations : crucially important

Ex: This aid money is crucially important to the people in Van.

Ex: Crucially, the police failed to secure the bank.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

knack (n):Word Formation : -

Definition : a natural skill or abilitySynonyms : ability/ talentAntonym : inabilityCollocations : have a knack for doing sth. Ex: Some people seem to have a knack for making moneyEx: He has a knack of saying the right thing at the right

time.


autocratic ( adj ):Word Formation : autocrat(n)

Definition : someone who makes decisions and gives orders to people without asking their opinion

Synonyms :-Antonym :-Collocations : autocratic leadership

Ex: His autocratic leadership style made everyone angry.


eschew ( n ):Word Formation :-

Definition : deliberately avoid doing or using something

Synonyms : avoidAntonym :-Collocations : -

Ex: They stuck to subject matter in their classes, eschewing propaganda.


Oust (v):Word Formation: Definition: To force someone out of a position of

power, especially so that you can take their place.Synonym: RemoveAntonym:Ex: The Communists were finally ousted from power.Ex: A teacher may oust you from class if you are being

disruptive


Hail: (v)Word Formation: Definition: to hail someone is to greet them or say

good things about them. Synonym: Greeting,salutationAntonym:Ex: She leaned out of the window and hailed a

passerby.


In retrospectWord Formation: Definition: In looking back on past events Synonym: Look back, reviewAntonym:Ex: In retrospect, I’d be more concerned with getting

out of the sharp recession.


Stint (n)Word Formation: Definition: The noun stint means a set amount of

time in which you do something — often work of some sort.

Synonym: StretchAntonym:Ex: He also believes he has become a better manager

after his problematic stint at West Ham.


Vintage (n)Word Formation: Definition: Representing the high quality of a past

time. This word is mainly associated with wine. Also, this word can refer to things that are old.

Synonym: Time of originAntonym:Ex: Cave-like meeting rooms are decorated with little

treasures, such as vintage medicine books and magnifying glasses.


Carry through (phr.v ):Word Formation: Definition: put in effect, bring into safetySynonym: accomplish, fulfill, saveAntonym:Ex: The lighthearted theme carries through a variety

of love songs.


Autocratic (adj):Word Formation: Definition:Autocratic describes a way of ruling, but

not in a nice way. An autocratic leader is one who rules with an iron fist; in other words — someone with the behavior of a dictator.

Synonym: Despotic,tyrannicAntonym:Ex: Earlier, in Senegal, Mrs Clinton said Africa had too

many autocratic rulers who cared little about their citizens.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF

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Uncannily (adv):Word Formation: Definition:. If something is uncanny, it is so

mysterious, strange, or unfamiliar that it seems supernatural. Uncannily means in a strange way.

Synonym: Strange, unfamiliarAntonym:Ex: His drawings are reductive — whole stems are

sometimes omitted — but they are also uncannily descriptive.


Emit (v):Word Formation: Definition:To emit means to give off or let out, and it

usually has a lot to do with gases, smells and noises.Synonym: give off, send forthEx: Electric car factories also emitted more toxic waste

than conventional car factories, their report in the Journal of Industrial Ecology said.


Persuasion (n):Word Formation: Persuade(v)Definition: Persuasion is something meant to get you

to do or believe something. Synonym: Opinion,ideaEx: The voters may still need some persuasion but the

party members are now onside.


Now read the article.


1) Mr jobs grew an interest in computing.

2) He persuaded people for a summer job.

3) Mr Jobs expected to sell “ zillions” of his new machines. But the Mac was not the mass market success Mr. Jobs had hoped for. So he was fired.


4) co-founded a new firm, Pixar, which specialised in computer graphics, and NeXT, another computer-maker.

5) As the head of a technology firm, when introducing a technical product, he mentioned liberal arts, humanities, and emotions.


6) Answers may vary .7) Answers may vary.8) By the end of his career, his successes were far more

than his failures. 9) Put a ringing sound/ His mark in the universe


10) - as a teenager in the late 1960s he called his idol Bill

Hewlett, and talked his way into a summer job at Hewlett –Packard.

- It was after dropping out of collage, that Mr. Jobs co-founded Apple in California, in his parents garage, on April Fools’ Day 1976.


- He attended caligraphy classes.- He was ousted from Apple by its board- He co-founded a new firm, Pixar, which specialized in

computer graphics, and NeXT, another computer maker.

He benefitted from all these turning points. He perseveredand was not disappointed in this failures and went on.


Now discussWould you be happy to work under such a manager as

Steve Jobs? Why / Why Not?


Language Study: Action Verbs (SSAG-P:67)


consolidate ( v ):Word Formation : : consolidation(n)Definition : to strengthen the position of power or

success you have so that it becomes more effectiveSynonyms : make firm/ combineAntonym : divide/ separateCollocations : consolidate a position

Ex: The company has consolidated its position as the country’s leading gas supplier.

Ex: Successful advertising helped them to consolidate their position as the largest computer company in Europe.


execute ( v ):Word Formation : execution(n)Definition : do something that has been carefully

planned.Synonyms : carry outAntonym : fail/ lose/ missCollocations : : beautifully/skillfully/poorly etc executed

Ex: Franklin is in charge of executing the company's reorganization plan.

Ex: The goal of landing people on Mars will not be an easy one to execute.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

supervise ( v ):Word Formation : : supervisor(n)Definition : in charge of activity/ person and make

sure that things are done in the correct way.Synonyms : control/ manageAntonym : - Collocations : operation/ project/ stuff

Ex: He supervises the projects at his production company.

Ex: Ruff supervises a staff of more than 200 lawyers.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

arbitrate ( v ):Word Formation : arbitrator(n)Definition : to officially judge how an argument between

two opposite sides should be settled.Synonyms : negotiate/ decideAntonym : - Collocations : arbitrate between/ in

Ex: A committee will arbitrate between management and unions.

Ex: As president of the European Council he arbitrated in an argument over cereal prices.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

draft (v):Word Formation : draft(n)Definition : : to write a plan, report etc. that you intend to

improve or finish later.Synonyms : -Antonym : - Collocations : draft an agreement/ a legislation

Ex: The legal team will draft a second agreement about these changes.

Ex: She is a member of the committee that is drafting the legislation.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

moderate (v):Word Formation : moderate(adj)Definition : : to make something less extreme/

violent or to become less extreme/ violent. Synonyms : control/ calm

Antonym : -Collocations : moderate demand

Ex: The threat of unemployment moderated the demands of workers.

Ex: He learnt to moderate his anger.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

reconcile (v):Word Formation : reconciliation(n)Definition : If you reconcile two ideas/ situations, you

find a way in which they can be both true/ acceptable.Synonyms : make peaceAntonym : disagreeCollocations : reconcile differences/ try to reconcile

Ex: our group we can learn to reconcile personal and group differences.

Ex: Then I sat for a long time trying to reconcile myself to these new ideas.


compile(v):Word Formation : -

Definition : to make a book/ list/ record etc, using different pieces of information

Synonyms : write/ composeAntonym : separate/ scatterCollocations : compile a book/ dictionary/ article/

information

Ex: A.C. Nielsen Co. compiles the television ratings.Ex: Government officials compile and release statistics monthly.


retrieve (v):Word Formation :

Definition : to get back something after you have put it somewhere

Synonyms : get back/ regainAntonym : -Collocations : retrieve data/ information/ file

Ex: the new software works at very high speeds and can therefore retrieve and store information very quickly.

Ex: Mr Virdi was so happy after learning that he could retrieve deleted files.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

assemble (v):Word Formation : assembled(adj)Definition : a large number of people/ things come

togetherSynonyms : gather/ collectAntonym : scatter/ disperseCollocations : assemble crowd/ data

Ex: A large crowd has assembled in front of the American Embassy.

Ex: Everybody paid attention to assemble the data in a wide variety of different ways.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

stimulate (v):Word Formation : stimulative(adj) stimulation(n)

Definition : to encourage or help an activity to begin or develop.Synonyms : encourageAntonym : discourage/ calmCollocations : stimulate investment

Ex: City leaders hope the amusement park will stimulate tourism.Ex: The government has cut taxes in order to stimulate

investment.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

allocate (v):Word Formation : allocation(n)Definition : to give something to a particular person

especially after an official decision.Synonyms : give/ grantAntonym : keep/ keep togetherCollocations : allocate amount/ authority

Ex: The company has allocated $1000 to the team to get the project started.

Ex: You should allocate the same amount of time to each question.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

revitalize (v):Word Formation : revitalization(n)Definition : to put new strength or power into

something.Synonyms : reviveAntonym : -Collocations : -

Ex: They hope to revitalize the neighborhood by providing better housing.


integrate (v):Word Formation : integration(n)Definition : if two or more things integrate, or if you

integrate them, they combine or work together in a way that makes something more effective

Synonyms : combine/ mixAntonym : divide/ separateCollocations : integrate activity/ information

Ex: It is management's job to integrate activities and get work done through other members of the organization.

Ex: Disabled students are integrated in regular classrooms.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

facilitate (v):Word Formation : facilitation (n)Definition : to make it easier for a process or

activity to happenSynonyms : simplifyAntonym : stop/ block/ delayCollocations : facilitate communication

Ex: Computers have facilitated global communication.Ex: Dividing students into small groups usually helps

facilitate discussion.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

fabricate (v):Word Formation : fabrication(n)Definition : to make or produce goods or

equipmentSynonyms : manufacture

Antonym : -Collocations : goods

Ex: The discs are expensive to fabricate.Ex: He works for a small company fabricating

aluminum products.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

initiate (v):Word Formation :

Definition : to start something such as an official process or discussion about something

importantSynonyms : startAntonym : finish/ endCollocations : initiate a campaign/ program

Ex: When he initiates a new advertising campaign he takes a risk.Ex: The Social Science Research Council initiated a research program.


overhaul (v):Word Formation : overhaul(n)Definition : to change a system or method in order to

improve it.Synonyms : repair/ fixAntonym : -Collocations : overhaul a system/ a radical overhaul

Ex: In 357, Euboulos' government overhauled the system of naval finance and administration.

Ex: The government plans for a radical overhaul of the health care systemCANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

negotiate (v):Word Formation : negotiation(n)

negotiator(n)

Definition : to discuss a political problem or business arrangement in order to try to reach an agreement

Synonyms : debateAntonym : -Collocations : negotiate with, negotiate an agreement/ deal/ price

Ex: The government says it will not negotiate with terrorists.Ex: Colombia and Venezuela are currently negotiating a trade

agreement.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

diagnose (v):Word Formation :

Definition : to find out what the cause of fault is.Synonyms : determine/ identifyAntonym : misdiagnoseCollocations : diagnose a problem/ make a diagnosis

Ex: Even if a manager can diagnose the problem, it is difficult to solve it without the employee.

Ex: Don't take any medicines before a doctor has made a proper diagnosis.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

mediate (v):Word Formation : mediator(n)Definition : try to end a quarrel between two people/

groups/ countriesSynonyms : keep the peaceAntonym : argue/ disagreeCollocations : mediate between, mediate disputes

Ex: UN officials mediated between the rebel fighters and the government.

Ex: The former president agreed to mediate the peace talks.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

implement (v):Word Formation : implementation(n)Definition : to take action or make changes that you

have officially decided should happenSynonyms : carry out/ executeAntonym : -Collocations : implement a policy/plan/decision etc.

Ex: We have decided to implement the committee’s recommendations in full.

Ex: We need a strategy that can be implemented quickly.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

dispatch (v):Word Formation : dispatch(n)Definition : to send someone or something to a

place, especially so that they can help in a difficult or dangerous situation

Synonyms : send/ postAntonym : hold/ keepCollocations : -

Ex: A reporter was dispatched to Egypt to cover the riot.Ex: Goods are normally dispatched within 24 hours.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

recruit (v):Word Formation :

Definition : to find new people to work for a company or organization such as the army

Synonyms : employ/ take onAntonym : fire/ make redundantCollocations : recruit workers/ staff/ employee

Ex: It's getting more and more difficult to recruit experienced staff.

Ex: Management moved immediately to recruit workers in almost every department of the factory.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

monitor (v):Word Formation : monitor(n)Definition : to carefully watch a situation over a period

of time, to see how it changes or develops.Synonyms : watch/ keep an eye onAntonym : ignoreCollocations : monitoring closely/ monitor sb’s

performance

Ex: The government is monitoring the situation closely.Ex: The children's performance at school is continually

monitored.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

arbitrate in (phr.v):Word Formation : arbitration(n)

arbitrator(n)

Definition : to officially judge how an argument between two opposing groups or organizations can be settled

Synonyms : negotiate/ mediateAntonym :- Collocations : arbitrate in/ between

Ex: The court arbitrates in disputes.Ex: He has been asked to arbitrate between farmers and

conservationist groups.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

delegate (v):Word Formation : delegate(n)

delegation(n)Definition : to make someone you work with, especially someone

in a lower position than you, responsible for a job or duty, so that you do not have to do it yourself

Synonyms : authorizeAntonym : -Collocations : delegate responsibility/ authority/ power

Ex: If you're so busy, why don't you delegate some of your work?Ex: Know every detail of your business-but delegate more

responsibility to others.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

correspond (v):Word Formation : correspondence(n)Definition : to write letters to somenone and

receive letters from them.Synonyms : answerAntonym : -Collocations : correspond with

Ex: She stopped corresponding him after the death of her mother.


chair (v):Word Formation : chair(n)Definition : to be the chair person of a meetingSynonyms : -Antonym : -Collocations : chair a board/ committee/ meeting/

panel.

Ex: The meeting was chaired by Professor Grainger of the Biology Department.

Ex: The panel was chaired by Miss Irene Shubik, an independent producer.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

prioritize (v):Word Formation : priority(n)Definition : to put several things, problems etc in

order of importance, so that you can deal with the most important ones first

Synonyms : plan/ arrangeAntonym : neglectCollocations : -

Ex: You need to prioritize your tasks.Ex: Identify all the tasks you have to do, then prioritize.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

vacancy (n):Word Formation :

Definition : an available jobSynonyms : openingAntonym : - Collocations : job vacancy/ fill vacancy

Ex: There are over 3 million people unemployed and only 400,000 vacancies.

Ex: I'm sorry; the firm has no vacancies at the moment.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

superior (n):Word Formation : superior(adj)Definition : someone who has a higher position

than you.Synonyms : greater/ higherAntonym : inferiorCollocations : superior status

Ex: Landowners had superior status.Ex: He failed to follow a direct order from his superior.


notice (n):Word Formation :

Definition : a written statement that gives you information or a warning to people.

Synonyms : noteAntonym : - Collocations : hand in notice/ at short notice

Ex: The company requires a month’s notice of any holiday time you would like to take.

Ex: Thank you for coming to help at such short notice.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

shortlist (v):Word Formation : shortlist(n)Definition : a list of the most suitable people for a job or

a prize chosen from all the people who were first considered.

Synonyms : -Antonym : -Collocations : draw up/compile a shortlist

Ex: The panel will draw up a shortlist of candidates.Ex: After being selected from a short list of five people, I was

finally offered the position.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

relocate (v):Word Formation : relocation(n)Definition : if a person or business relocates, or if

they are relocated, they move to a different place.Synonyms : move/ change/ advanceAntonym : -Collocations : relocate area /company

Ex: Forty staff were chosen to relocate to the Bristol area and continued their employment there.

Ex: NATO’s main headquarters relocated to Brussels.CANKAYA UNIVERSITY - OFFICE OF BASIC AND ELECTIVE COURSES- ENGLISH UNIT

Enlist (v):Word Formation :

Definition : Hire for work or assistanceSynonyms : RecruitEx: He enlisted as a combat medic, completed

Airborne School to become a qualified parachutist and joined 1st Battalion, 22nd Infantry Regiment.


Project (v):Word Formation : Definition : extend out or project in space, put or

send forthSynonyms : Ex: She projected the slide on the wall.


Counsel (v):Word Formation : Definition : When you

give counsel or counsel someone, you give advice.Synonyms : AdviceEx: So many of the people I counsel spend their lives

looking back and "wishing" they'd made better food choices.


Competence (n) :Word Formation : CompetencyDefinition : If you have competence, you're qualified

or well prepared to do something. A driving test will show if you have competence behind the wheel.

Synonyms : Ex: Serious questions are being asked about

the competence of economic policy makers in the Western world.


Pursue (v) :Word Formation : Definition : Snatch the verb, pursue, when you are

chasing after someone — like paparazzi pursue a celebrity.

Synonyms : FollowEx: Unions have blamed economic

policies pursued under President Ollanta Humala for blocking wage increases.


EXERCISES(SSAG-PP:68-70)


Exercise 1(SSAG-PP:68)1. Counseled2. Represent3. Acted4. Projecting5. Allocate6. Initiating7. Stimulate8. Facilitate9. Overhaul10. Fabricate


Exercise 2(SSAG-PP:68-69)1. Diagnose2. Screened3. Monitoring4. Implement5. Dispatch6. Compile7. Recruit8. Negotiate9. Mediate10. Enlist


Exercise 3(SSAG-PP:69-70)1. Corresponded2. Arbitrate in3. Address4. Supervise5. Prioritize6. Executed7. Delegate8. Consolidate9. Chair10. Assigned


Exercise 4(SSAG-PP:71)1. C2. E3. D4. B5. F6. A


Exercise 5(SSAG-PP:71-72)

1. Shifts2. Notice3. Competence4. Fringe benefits5. Vacancy6. Superiors


Exercise 6(SSAG-PP:72)1. C2. A3. B4. G5. D6. H7. E8. F


Exercise 7(SSAG-PP:72)1. Appointed2. Qualify3. Shortlisted4. Relocate5. Recruit6. Fire7. Promoted8. Pursue


Exercise 8(SSAG-PP:73)

1. In2. About/ For3. For4. In/ At5. In6. In7. On8. Of9. To 10. To11. Up12. On13. In



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