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56 Work, work, work 04 LANGUAGE SKILLS EXPLORE EXTRAS Do you know about your skills and talents? Have you already decided what to do after school? Read the text about things to consider when deciding on a career, then choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D) for questions 1–5. Put a cross (  ) in the correct box. The first one (0) has been done for you. 34 35 Explore reading: Choosing a career Many people think they know the right way to go about picking an occupation, but they often wind up choosing a career that is unsatisfying. Here are ten myths about choosing a career, along with resources that can help you make an informed decision. 1: Choosing a career is simple. Actually, choosing a career is an involved process and you should give it the time it deserves. Career planning is a multi-step process that involves learning enough about yourself and the occu- pations which you are considering in order to make an informed decision. 2: A career counsellor can tell me what occupation to pick. A career counsellor, or any other career develop- ment professional, can’t tell you what career is best for you. He or she can provide you with guidance in choosing a career and can help facilitate your decision. 3: I can’t make a living from my hobby. Says who? When choosing a career, it makes per- fect sense to choose one that is related to what you enjoy doing in your leisure time. In addition, people tend to become very skilled in their hobbies, even though most of the skill is gained informally. 4: I should only choose a career from a ‘Best careers’ list. Every year, especially during milestone years, i.e. the beginning of a new decade, there are numerous articles and books that list what ‘the experts’ pre- dict will be ‘hot jobs’. It can’t hurt to look at these lists to see if any of the careers on it appeal to you, but you shouldn’t use the list to dictate your choice. Ten myths about choosing a career Does the writer use US or British English? How can you tell? Do you think it is important to adopt one variety or the other? How does the writer present himself in a positive light? Find expressions in the letter which show optimism and self-confidence. Cover the letter. How do (or could) these sentences continue? a 32 b c How is the letter structured? 1 Describe the function of each paragraph. 2   What kind of language is required for each? Write a letter of application. Choose one of these options.   Apply for an internship in a multinational company.   Respond to a job advert in a professional field of your choice. In your letter of application, you should:   express your interest in the position advertised.   offer to provide more information if necessary.   describe your strengths and qualifications.   indicate your availability for an interview. Write around 250 words.  Writing guide, Letter / Email , p. 183. d 33 1 My greatest strength is an aptitude … 2 I am accustomed … 3 I became familiar … 4 I believe my greatest strengths lie … 5 I am available … Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv