9. Read the quotes and say if you agree or disagree with them, then discuss the quotes with your partner.

“People who work sitting down get paid more than people who work standing up.” (Ogden Nash)

“The longer the title, the less important the job.” (George McGovern)

“Most workplaces have too many rules. Employees aren't children, and the office isn't a junior school.” (Araba Green)

“Most managers spend their time making it difficult for workers to work.” (Paul Shorter)

10. To apply for a job you should send a CV. Study the CV of Carmen Lopez Duran carefully to see how she has presented the information about herself.

Carmen Lopez Duran

Profile

I am keen to follow a career in Tourism or Hotel Management. I am well-organised, highly motivated and have excellent communication skills. In addition I am reliable, flexible, and quick to learn.

1. Personal details

Address:	Avenida de la Plata 47 Grenada 18 752 Spain
Tel:	123 456 789
Email:	Carmello@ etc.com
Date of birth:	25 Nov 1980
Marital status:	single

2. __________

1998 - 2003	Universidad de Granada Diploma in Business Studies with Tourism
1988 - 1998	Liceum #1, Granada A Levels (Maths A, Spanish B, Economics B)

3. ___________

2000 - present	Hotel Sun, Madrid Assistant to Conference Manager Responsible for providing administrative support, answering enquiries, taking bookings, arranging catering Employee of the Year, 2001
Summer 2000	Spanish Tours, Madrid Social/Sports Officer In charge of escorting groups of foreign students Arranging schedules, planning social events Organising sports activities, managing a budget

4. ___________

Yoga, swimming, skiing, classical music, theatre, current affairs

5. ___________

Fluent English

Working knowledge of French

Driving licence

Computer literate (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

5. ___________

Antonio Palma Plazas, Conference Manager, Primavera Hotels

Mercedes Garrido Vazquez, Regional Director, Eurostudy Ltd

A) Where do you think each of the following headings should be placed?

References Activities Personal Details Education Skills Professional Experience

b) Decide whether the following sentences are true or false based on Carmen's CV:

1. She is married.

2. She started working full-time when she left school.

3. She was not very successful at Hotel Primavera.

4. She worked during her vacations.

5. She had financial responsibility when she worked for Spanish Tours .

6. She isn't interested in politics.

7. She has never had a driving licence.

8. She speaks French better than English.

c) Write a CV containing your personal information or information about your parents.

11. Read about the letter of application. The Letter of Application

The letter of application you send with your CV is sometimes called a covering letter. It is usually the first direct contact between a candidate and an employer, so make sure it is well-written and presented. It should normally contain 3-4 paragraphs.

Here is a list of points you should include:

• Say that you would like to apply

• Say where you found out about the job

• Say why you would like the job

• Say why you are qualified to do the job

• Say you can provide more information if necessary

• Say when you would be available for interview

a) Read the covering letter and select the correct words in the brackets so that this covering letter is in good English:

Dear Mr Saleh,

I am writing to (apply, ask, request) for the position of Editorial Assistant which was (shown, advertised, presented) in the latest edition of Gulf News.

I am currently (worked, employed, used) by a Market Research company as a research assistant, but am keen to (want, pursue, take) a career in publishing, because I enjoy reading and write my own poetry. As you will notice on the (included, mentioned, attached) CV, I graduated in European Literature. At University I gained considerable (experiment, experience, expression) working on the student magazine, so I am (familiarized, family, familiar) with editing techniques. I work well under (anxiety, demand, pressure) and enjoy working in a team. In addition, I speak English (excellently, fluently, strongly).

I would be (available, accessible, around) for interview from next week. Meanwhile, please do not (hesitate, wait, stop) to contact me if you require further information.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours sincerely,

Margaret Roan

b) Here are some common phrases you might use when applying for a job. Choose the correct prepositions:

to of under in for

• I would like to apply _

• the position _

• If you would like to discuss this _ more detail

• I enjoy working _ pressure

• I was _ charge _

• I was responsible _

• With reference _

c) Read the advertisements, then choose one of them and write a letter of application:

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

ATG GROUP is a fast-growing import company. We are currently looking for a GRAPHIC DESIGNER for a busy design department. We require a dynamic, highly motivated individual with at least 2 years' experience. You must have knowledge of a range of software applications and digital media, including photography. You need to be able to work under pressure, be a good communicator and have a flexible approach to work.

NEWS EDITOR

We are a leading international newspaper group. We are looking for new journalists to join our friendly team. If you're an experienced editor looking for a new challenge, or a journalist with previous experience, we would like to hear from you. Languages are advantage, as well as knowledge or experience of specific areas.

TOUR GUIDE

Fun & Sun... Looking for a new start? Working abroad? Aged 19 to 55? Time for a change?

We have immediate vacancies in: Portugal, Malta & the Canary Islands. Average working day: 9.15 to 17.30, 5 days per week. No experience required, as full training will be given. Travel & work in a team dealing with the public. Fantastic long term career & job prospects.