БАШМАКОВА Л,zip / Башмакова Л.Ю. UNIT 1

3.Who do you like to work with?

4.Do you prefer to work alone or in a team?

5.Where do you like to work?

6.Would you like to have a job that can give you an opportunity to get promoted?

7.How much would you like to earn?

8.Do you think you deserve a pay raise if you do excellent work?

9.How many hours would you like to work?

10.Don’t you mind working overtime for a bonus?

11.What fringe benefits do you think your employer must offer you?

12.Would you like to have a permanent/temporary/part-time/full-time job?

13.What adjectives are appropriate to describe your job?

14.What perks do you want to get?

15.What kind of person should be your boss?

16.Do you want to be the boss? Why?

READING

TEXT 2.

17. Read the text and match the headings (a-g) with the gaps at the start of each paragraph.

a)What kind of work freelancers do.

b)Major advantages of being a freelancer.

c)What a Freelancer is.

d)How you find a freelance work.

e)Pitfalls of being a freelancer.

f)What you need to freelance.

g)Why you would want to freelance.

How to Become a Freelancer

Becoming a freelancer is a way to work at home and be independent without needing to start an actual business. You can operate under your own name and do not need to register as a business. This makes it possible to get started as a freelancer overnight without a lot of hassle and with the least amount of expense.

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A freelancer is someone who offers services for a fee. In general, a freelancer works independently with no expectation of a permanent or long-term relationship with a single employer.

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If you suddenly get laid off, you'll need to do something in order to keep an income stream coming in. The sooner you can do that, the less financial trouble you'll be in. While looking for jobs you can freelance and try to find work independently.

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Freelancers can be asked to do any kind of work you might imagine. Here are a few of the most popular types of freelance services: freelance writer, freelance university lecturer, freelance bookkeeper, freelance journalist. Basically, anything you might consider doing in your own business, you can do on a freelance basis under your own name.

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To freelance, you basically need to have something of value you can offer to potential clients. Most people draw on their employment experience and offer freelance services in areas in which they are especially talented. The following items are also useful if you want to freelance: a website to promote yourself; a cell phone number on which prospects can reach you; a business card; ideally, a business address; a portfolio of your best work; ideally, a few references.

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The answer partly depends on the type of freelance work you want to do. But here a few freelance job resources you might consider: Craigs List – www.craigslist.org; Guru – www.guru.com; ELance – www.elance.com; VWorker (formerly Rent-a-Coder) – www.vworker.com

Some freelance job sites are free – some charge a fee. In some cases, a freelance job site might offer both free and paid membership, but in such cases the jobs on which you can bid as a free member are usually very limited. Some freelancers join a union that can also provide job opportunities. You should also post a profile on social networks, such as LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com).

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If you freelance, you can usually set your own hours. You may be extremely busy one month and at a standstill the next month in your freelance practice. You can use the time to improve your website or investigate other ways you can market your freelance services. You will be able to work from home. You won't have to convince your employer it's a good idea to let you telecommute. Freelancing is also a great way to help keep your head above water if you suddenly find yourself unemployed. It can help you tide over until you find other work.

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Some people believe that being a freelancer means they won't get paid much and some employers who hire freelancers think they shouldn't have to pay much. That's because the

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competition is very tough and it is global – people from all around the world may offer the same services for less. As a freelancer you are not obligated to accept a job. If you don't like what's being offered, keep looking for something that pays a bit more. Unfortunately, a fair number of employers who use freelancers end up taking advantage of them by paying a substandard rate, not paying on time, etc.

(по материалам сайта http://homebusiness.about.com)

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18. Match the English phrases from text 2 with their Russian equivalents.

19.Find and correct six mistakes in the use of English phrases.

1.Some banks charge a monthly fear on your savings account. It can range from $2 to $10 or more.

2.If you just got laid on, you may be asking: what’s next? Here’s what to do if you lose your job unexpectedly.

3.The US is known for its many large and successful companies that prove job opportunities for graduates across the US. This attracts many international students to study in places like New York and Silicon Valley.

4.Could you lend me £50 to tide me up until pay day?

5.In 2012 global democracy was on a standstill in the sense that there was neither significant progress nor regression in democracy.

6.We have the potential to win but the competition will be very taugh. We want to show that we can be competitive on the highest level.

20.In pairs, discuss these questions.

1.Is it a good/bad idea to become a freelancer? Why?

2.What are advantages and disadvantages of being a freelancer?

3.Would you like to freelance? Why?

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WRITING

21. Read some tips how to write a resume, translate, and follow these rules while writing your own CV.

Resume writing tips

Writing a resume can be a daunting experience. The following is a list of tips compiled from the advice of employers, career counselors, and recent graduates whose resumes helped them be employed.

Pay careful attention to spelling, punctuation, grammar and style.

Proofread your resume carefully, using a dictionary and have several other people proofread it as well.

Organize information in a logical way.

Keep descriptions clear and to the point.

Confine your information to one page.

Use a simple, easy-to-read font.

Use good-quality white or off-white bond paper.

Include as much work experience as possible, even if it doesn’t obviously relate to the job you’re seeking.

Tailor your information to the job you’re seeking.

22. Read the information about resumes. Discuss what aspects you are going to include into your CV.

Information that appears on most resumes

1.Personal Information: Name, Campus/Permanent Addresses, Telephone Numbers, and an E-mail Address.

2.Employment Goals: (This is normally called the “Career Objective” or simply “Objective”). Describe the type of work you desire. The objective should reflect your short-range plans. If you find that a specific career objective doesn’t meet your needs, there are options available:

a)you may decide to write your objectives that describe the type of work activities you prefer instead of a description or title;

b)eliminate the employment goal section on your resume and incorporate your objective in your cover letter;

c)have several resumes with different objectives that you would send to the appropriate employers.

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3.Education: Name of College(s), Location, Dates, Degree(s), Major(s), Quality Point Average, Honors, and perhaps courses of particular value if they are related to employment for which you are applying.

4.Skills: You may decide to include a section that lists your skills, foreign languages, licenses.

5.Experience: Part-time employment, summer employment, applicable college projects, internships, volunteer work. Remember that career related experience is most valuable, but a proven track record of other successful experience also makes you a more attractive candidate.

6.Military Service: For those who have completed military obligations, the dates of active duty and rank upon discharge should be included. When appropriate, include a brief description of duties and responsibilities, particularly if the experience relates to future employment. If you do not have any military experience, omit this section.

7.Activities and Interests: These include extra-curricular college and/or community experiences, and any leadership positions. A brief listing of hobbies or avocations is acceptable.

8.References: List 3 or 4 persons. Give name, professional title, business address, and business phone. These are normally listed on a separate sheet of paper. If you decide not to list your references on your resume, you could indicate that “References are available upon request.” Do not use personal friends and relatives as references. Teachers, faculty, and former supervisors make the best references.

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23. Complete the resume with the following words: Education, Activities, References available upon request, Objective, Work experience

James Sharp

9 Central Avenue

Morristown, NJ 07869 (201) 555-1212 Sharkj13@hotmail.com

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A summer position in the Civil Engineering Field.

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University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, Johnstown, PA 15904 Major: Civil Engineering Technology

Anticipated Graduation: May 20_ _ GPA: 2.74

Courses taken to date: Calculus I and II, Communication I and II, Engineering Drawing, Physics I with Lab, General Chemistry with Lab, Engineering Technology Freshman Seminar

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Summer Handyman. Kise’s Trailer Park, Boswell, PA 12345

Responsible for mowing lawns, conducting general maintenance, operating a weed eater and electric hedge clippers. June 20_ _- Present

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American Society of Civil Engineers Intercollegiate Baseball

Student Tour Guide and Admissions Representative Little League Baseball Coach

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GPA (Grade Point Average) – средний балл аттестата о среднем образовании

24. Answer the questions about the resume.

1.What’s the name of the applicant?

2.Where does he live?

3.Does he want a permanent job?

4.What did he graduate from?

5.What qualifications does he have?

6.What kind of experience does he have?

7.What activities is he involved into?

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25. Read the resume and put the words Employment, References, Objective, Activities, Education in the correct order.

Harry Hilton, Director of Housing and Residence Life, University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, Johnstown, PA (814) 555-8000

Joan Mabry, Manager of Infants and Children’s Department, Boscov’s Department Store, Johnstown, PA

(814) 555-0707

internship – студенческая практика dorm – общежитие

Resident Assistant – завхоз в общежитии Q.P.A. (Quality Point Average) – средний балл

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26. Read the resume and put the parts of it in the correct order.

1)Duncan Donaldson

Duncan444@upj.com

2)Experience:

Subway, Hollidaysburg, PA 15912 Cashier and Sandwich Artist

Duties: Assisted with customer relations, prepared sandwiches, handled cash register transactions, responsible for closing store and calculating daily receipts. July 20_ _ – April 20_ _

Young Men’s Shop, Altoona, PA 15650 Sales Associate

Duties: Sold men’s clothing, assisted with customer relations, handled cash register transactions. Summer 20_ _

Altoona Park and Recreation Board, Altoona, PA 15947 Counselor

Duties: Planned activities for the children. Summer 20_ _-20_ _

3)Objective:

To secure a summer position in marketing or sales.

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27. Read the letter of application and answer the questions below.

The job application letter's purpose is to get the recipient to read your CV. It should be clear, concise and straight to the point. The application letter should be brief, no more than one page in length. It should be easy to read and flow through. It should include only the absolute necessary information. The job application letter is just as important as the CV itself. The resume should raise enough interest for them to want to interview you. The Interview is where you will demonstrate your skills and abilities.

Answer to a Newspaper Ad

258 Pine Street Conemaugh, PA 15905 January 11, 20_ _

Mr. Russell Banker

United States Steel Corporation

600 Grant Street

Pittsburgh, PA 15789

Dear Mr. Banker,

Your May 11 advertisement in the Pittsburgh Press stated your need for a computer operator trainee during the summer months. I would like you to know that I am actively seeking that position.

As a Computer Science major at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, I have worked in the computer center as a consultant for three years. I assisted undergraduates with the formulation and debugging of their programs, in addition to working on more advanced projects with faculty members. Also, last summer I worked at the IBM plant in Boca Raton, Florida, and have gained experience with the IBM S/370 computer system that you have mentioned in your ad.

A copy of my resume is enclosed. Your time and consideration are appreciated, and I look forward to talking with you.

Sincerely,

Warren Peace

Enclosure

1.Who is the letter addressed to?

2.What position does the candidate want to apply for?

3.Where was the job advertised?

4.What experience does the applicant have?

5.Does the candidate have a resume attached?

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