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Employment in Market Economy

In market terms, an individual can increase his income by working harder (taking a second job, say) or working smarter (for example, acquiring new, more wanted skills). In the United States, according to statistics, education has a direct and powerful effect on earnings; a person with university degree, or 16 years of education, will over a lifetime earn more than twice what someone with only eight years of education will earn. But still many persons entering the working world lack adequate training in such areas as leadership, communicating ideas and needs, and working successfully as a member of a team. Employees must be skilled in allocating time, money and other resources needed to carry out a job. They are to be able to evaluate and use new information. They must understand how one task may affect other related tasks. Finally they have to be able to learn new skills and adapt to changing technology.

Exercise 1. Перефразируйте предложения, используя выделенные слова:

land a job, in good company, qualifications, singled out, take things personally, resume

1. After the interview was finished I felt sure that I'd be hired.

2. When I was called in for a second interview, I knew that I had been selected as a finalist.

3. Even if I don't get hired, I know I am just one of many qualified applicants.

4. Despite her excellent background, another applicant was offered the position.

5. After all, when it comes to looking for work, one shouldn't blame yourself.

Exercise 2. Переведите следующие предложения:

1. On his resume it said that she's got to have a steady job.

2. Alice personally believes that in-service training is one of the utmost importances.

3. It's best to follow up on all correspondence promptly.

4. Although his first choice was a steady service position, he said he'd settle for less.

5. The receptionist's responsibilities are as follows: answering telephone calls, guests' accommodation, greeting clients, making all the office work (typing, sending/ receiving faxes, etc.)

При написании резюме используются глаголы активных действий, например:

Например, можно описать свой опыт работы таким образом:

• prepared daily deliveries

• delivered on a daily basis to customers

• maintained accounts on customers