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HE'S TRYING TO GET A BETTER JOB

 In this lesson, students will learn how to talk about someone’s efforts to improve their career situation using the present continuous tense. This topic will focus on expressing actions and intentions aimed at achieving professional growth, discussing aspirations, challenges, and strategies people use to find better job opportunities.


Grammar Focus:

  1. Present Continuous for Intentions

    • Structure: Subject + am/is/are + verb + -ing
      • Example: "He’s trying to get a better job."
    • Usage: To describe ongoing actions or efforts being made to achieve a goal.
      • Example: "She’s looking for job openings online."
  2. Present Continuous for Future Plans

    • Structure: Am/Is/Are + subject + verb + -ing + future action/context
      • Example: "He’s applying for several positions this week."
      • Example: "They are attending an interview tomorrow."

Vocabulary:

  1. Resume – a document summarizing your qualifications and job experience
  2. Interview – a formal meeting to assess someone's qualifications for a job
  3. Application – the process of formally asking for a job
  4. Qualification – the skills, education, and experience needed for a job
  5. Experience – knowledge or skills gained from work
  6. Opportunity – a chance for something positive, like a new job
  7. Promotion – a new job position with more responsibility
  8. Networking – making professional connections
  9. Skills – abilities needed to perform a job
  10. Career – a long-term professional path

Useful Expressions:

  1. "He’s working hard to find a new job."
  2. "She’s updating her resume for better opportunities."
  3. "They’re attending a job interview tomorrow."
  4. "He’s networking to expand his professional contacts."
  5. "She’s applying for several positions this week."
  6. "He’s improving his skills to qualify for a promotion."
  7. "She’s looking for a job with more career growth."
  8. "They’re preparing for the interview next week."
  9. "He’s considering different companies to work for."
  10. "She’s searching for a job with better benefits."

Sentences:

  1. He’s trying to get a better job by improving his qualifications.
  2. She’s preparing for a big interview tomorrow.
  3. He’s looking for new opportunities in his field.
  4. They are applying for jobs at different companies.
  5. She’s attending a career workshop to learn new skills.
  6. He’s networking to meet people in his industry.
  7. She’s improving her resume to make it more professional.
  8. They are practicing their interview skills with a coach.
  9. He’s not satisfied with his current job, so he’s looking for a new one.
  10. She’s trying to find a job that offers better benefits and salary.

Questions and Answers:

  1. Q: Why is he trying to get a better job?
    A: He’s looking for a job with more opportunities for growth.

  2. Q: What is she doing to improve her chances of getting hired?
    A: She’s updating her resume and applying to different companies.

  3. Q: Is he attending any job interviews soon?
    A: Yes, he’s attending an interview tomorrow for a new position.

  4. Q: How is he preparing for his job search?
    A: He’s improving his skills and networking with people in his industry.

  5. Q: What kind of job is she looking for?
    A: She’s looking for a job with better benefits and more career advancement.

  6. Q: Why isn’t he happy with his current job?
    A: He’s not satisfied with the salary and lack of promotion opportunities.

  7. Q: How many jobs has he applied for this week?
    A: He’s applied for three jobs this week.

  8. Q: Is she confident about her interview?
    A: Yes, she’s confident because she’s preparing well.

  9. Q: What are they doing to improve their professional skills?
    A: They are attending workshops and online courses.

  10. Q: When is he going to the job interview?
    A: He’s going to the interview next Monday.


Conversation:

Anna: What’s going on with your brother?
John: He’s trying to get a better job. He’s been searching for new opportunities.
Anna: Really? Is he not happy with his current job?
John: No, he’s not satisfied. The pay isn’t great, and there’s no room for growth.
Anna: So, what’s he doing about it?
John: He’s updating his resume and applying to different companies. He’s also going to a couple of interviews next week.
Anna: That’s great! I hope he finds something better soon.
John: Yeah, me too. He’s really putting in the effort.


Reading:

"A New Opportunity"

Mark had been working at the same company for almost five years, but lately, he felt like he had hit a wall. His current job didn’t offer the challenges he was looking for, and there were no opportunities for promotion. It was time for a change.

Mark started by updating his resume and improving his professional skills. He attended online courses to learn more about project management and leadership. He knew these new skills would help him qualify for better positions.

Next, he began applying for jobs. Every day, Mark would spend a few hours searching job boards and sending out applications. He even reached out to old colleagues and started networking. It wasn’t easy, but he was determined to find a job that matched his career goals.

After weeks of searching, Mark finally got a call for an interview. It was for a position at a company that offered exactly what he was looking for: more responsibilities, better pay, and a clear path for career growth. He spent days preparing for the interview, practicing common questions, and learning more about the company.

The day of the interview arrived, and Mark felt confident. He had put in the hard work, and now it was time to see if it would pay off. As he sat in the interview room, answering questions and discussing his skills, he knew he was on the right path. He wasn’t just trying to get a better job—he was making sure he was ready for it.

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