Discuss these questions

1 How ambitious are you?

2 Do you have a career plan? Where do you want to be in 10 years' time?

3 Which of the following would you prefer to do?

a) Work for one company during your career

b) Work for several different companies

c) Work for yourself

9. Which of the following areas would you like to work in? Why?

1 Sales and marketing 4 Administration and personnel

2 Finance 5 Production

3 Management 6 Research and development (R&D)...

10.What should you do to get ahead in your career? Choose the four most important tips from the list below. Compare your ideas in a group and try to agree on a final choice.

1 Change companies often

2 Use charm with your superiors

3 Attend all meetings

4 Go to your company's social functions

5 Be energetic and enthusiastic at all times

6 Be the last to leave work every day

7 Find an experienced person to give you help and advice

8 Study for extra qualifications in your free time

11. The phrases below all include the word career. Match them to their correct meanings. Use a good dictionary to help you.

1 career move a) chances to start /improve your career

2 career break b) ideas you have for your future career

3 career plan c) something you do in order to progress in your job

4 career opportunities d) period of time away from your job to, for example,

look after your children