Unit 16: I'm here to talk about...
– Giving presentations
– Asking follow-up questions
Part 1
Vocabulary
Choose (✅) the things that you should do before, during, and after a job interview.
Before the interview
| rehearse with a friend | |
| research the company | ✅ |
| prepare a list of questions | |
| send your resume | |
| be punctual | |
| dress professionally |
During and after the interview
| be positive | |
| say what you don’t like to do | |
| make eye contact | |
| stay calm | |
| say negative things | |
| write a thank you note |
Explain your answers to your teacher.
Sample answer
A: Did you check "write a thank you note"?
B: Yes, I did. It's something you should do after the interview.
Part 2
Conversation
Listen and answer 2 questions.
1. What is the speaker giving a presentation about?
2. What is one tip that the speaker offers?
Speaker & Student
Transcript
Speaker: I’m here to talk about how to have a successful interview. First I want to talk about how to prepare. Before you go to your interview, research the company to learn about the company's goals and policies. You should also rehearse with a friend.
Next, let’s explore ways to make a good first impression. It’s very important to be punctual. If you’re late for your interview, your prospective employer may think that you’re irresponsible. It’s also important to be positive.
Speaker: Does anyone have any questions?
Student: Yes, at the beginning of your presentation, you said we should research the company. Should we prepare a list of questions to ask?
Speaker: Yes, that is definitely a good idea.
Example answer
- The speaker is giving a presentation about how to have a successful interview.
- Students should research the company before the interview/be punctual/prepare a list of questions/rehearse with a friend/be possitive
Practice the conversation with teacher
Find the best places to add the sentences below to the conversation and practice it again.
No one wants to hire a person with a bad attitude.
That way you won’t be nervous.
Yes, you in the front row.
ls that OK to do?
Speaker: I’m here to talk about how to have a successful interview. First I want to talk about how to prepare. Before you go to your interview, research the company to learn about the company’s goals and policies. You should also rehearse with a friend. _______________.
Next, let’s explore ways to make a good first impression. It’s very important to be punctual. If you’re late for your interview, your prospective employer may think that you’re irresponsible. It’s also important to be positive. __________________
Speaker: Does anyone have any questions? ____________________
Student: Yes, at the beginning of your presentation, you said we should research the company. Should we prepare a list of questions to ask? ____________________
Speaker: Yes, that is definitely a good idea.
Answers
Speaker: I’m here to talk about how to have a successful interview. First I want to talk about how to prepare. Before you go to your interview, research the company to learn about the company's goals and policies. You should also rehearse with a friend. (2) That way you won't be nervous.
Next, let’s explore ways to make a good first impression. It’s very important to be punctual. If you’re late for your interview, your prospective employer may think that you’re irresponsible. It’s also important to be positive. (1) No one wants to hire a person with a bad attitude.
Speaker: Does anyone have any questions? (3) Yes, you in the front row.
Student: Yes, at the beginning of your presentation, you said we should research the company. Should we prepare a list of questions to ask? (4) Is that OK to do?
Speaker: Yes, that is definitely a good idea.
Part 3
Language Booster
Notice the ways we give presentations and ask follow-up questions.
Giving presentations
- Today, l’m going to talk about…
- l’m here to talk about…
- First, I want to talk about…
- Next, let’s explore…
- To conclude/wrap up…
- Does anyone have any questions?
Asking follow-up questions
- Could you say more about…?
- You mentioned. . . Could you explain that further?
- At the beginning of your presentation, you said…
- Could you say more about/give more examples of…
Student gives the beginning of a presentation and teacher will asks follow-up questions.
Then take turns
Example
A: Today, I'm going to talk about good ways to look for a job. First, I want ro talk about networking. A lot of people find jobs through people they know.
B: You mentioned networking. Could you explain that further?
Part 4
Listening
Listen to someone giving a presentation. What is he talking about? What is the correct topic (select one)
- How to talk to your boss about your achievements at work.
- How to get along better with your co-workers and your supervisor.
- How to ask for more money or more responsibility at work.
Answer
3. ✓
Listen again.
Write down at least four of the tips he offers.
1. ___________________
3. ___________________
2. ___________________
4. ___________________
Transcript
A: Today I’m going to talk about tips for asking for a promotion or a raise at work. A lot of people feel uncomfortable asking for promotions and raises, but it’s really all a part of the working world.
First I want to talk about ways that you can prepare yourself to ask for a raise or promotion. One thing you can do is research your company’s pay policies. Does your company offer a set salary increase after every year or two years? Does your company publish its pay rates? Another thing you can do is ask your supervisor or manager what you need to do in order to receive a raise or promotion. Then make sure you do the things that your boss expects you to do.
Next, let’s explore how to actually convince your boss that you deserve a raise or a promotion. When you talk to your boss, don’t expect to get a raise because you just moved into a more expensive apartment. Instead, it’s important to discuss what you bring to the company. One good way to do this is to set up a meeting right after you’ve had a big achievement, like successfully completing a big project. And during your meeting with your boss, dress professionally, make eye contact, and be positive. It may also be a good idea to rehearse the meeting with a friend. That may help you to stay calm during the actual meeting.
To wrap up, I just want to say that no matter how nervous you are about asking for a raise or a promotion, you should just give it a shot. It may be a scary thing to do, but if you don’t do it, how will you ever move up at work? All right. Does anyone have any questions?
B: Yes, I do. You mentioned that a company might publish its pay rates. Could you explain that further?
A: Of course. Some companies have set pay rates for the different positions in the company. These are usually pay ranges. You can talk to your human resources department to find out if this information is available. Any other questions?
C: Could you say more about rehearsing with a friend?
A: Sure. When you rehearse, you role-play your meeting. You practice explaining to your boss the reasons why you think you deserve more money or more responsibility. It can also help to switch roles. That way, when you are playing the part of your boss, you can get an idea of how he or she might feel when you make your request.
Answer
- research company's pay policies
- ask boss what you need to do to get a raise or promotion
- tell boss what you bring to the company
- rehearse meeting
- dress professionally
- be positive
Part 5
Speak with confidence
Choose a topic you are familiar with and complete the chart below. Present it to your teacher. Afterwards, answer any questions from your teacher.
| Topic | |
| Point 1 | |
| Point 2 | |
| Concluding task |
Sample answer
Topic: Cooking Pasta
Chart:
1. What is it? – A way to cook pasta with sauce and vegetables.
2. Why do you like it? – It’s easy to make and tastes good.
3. How do you do it? – Boil pasta, then mix with sauce, vegetables, and spices.
Presentation:
"I’m going to talk about cooking pasta. I like cooking pasta because it’s easy and tastes really good. First, I boil the pasta in water for about 10 minutes. After that, I mix the pasta with sauce, add some vegetables like tomatoes and spinach, and season with salt and pepper. Then it’s ready to eat!"
Questions & Answers:
Teacher: "What kind of sauce do you like to use?"
Student: "I like tomato sauce, but sometimes I also use a creamy sauce."