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Job Interview Conversation - ALL you Need about Interview Questions & Answers in English

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What does Mary give to Susan?
A. She shakes her hand.
B. She gives Susan her resume.
C. She says her name and the job she is applying for.
What job is Mary applying for?
A. She is applying for chicken jobs.
B. She is applying for a ticket job.
C. She is applying for a kitchen job.
Does Mary have any experience in the kitchen.
A. No, but she cooks a lot at home.
B. Yes, she does. She cooks at another job.
C. A little bit. She hardly works.

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Employers like to ask, "what is your dream job?" or "tell me about your dream job" for a few reasons... and there are definitely some mistakes you want to AVOID when answering.

In this article, I'll walk you through why hiring managers ask about your dream job and the best way to answer.

Let's get started...

Why Employers Ask "What Is Your Dream Job?"

First things first: Doesn't the hiring manager want to hear that their job is what you dream of doing?

Not quite...

What hiring managers really want to find out is what you're passionate about and what you enjoy. That's why they ask you to describe your ideal job.

They want to learn about your long-term career goals and what motivates you. And they want to figure out whether you'll be happy in this job, or whether you're bail after six months! That's the main reason they're asking you to tell them about your dream job or dream career.

So, they don't expect or need to hear that their job is your dream position. However, they'd ideally like to hear that there are some similarities.

For example, if you say your dream job would involve never stepping into an office again, and you've applied for an office job, it's going to cause some concerns and probably cost you the job offer!

Don't worry if this sounds tough to navigate... we'll talk about how to answer, "tell me about your dream job" step-by-step now...

How to Answer: "What Is Your Dream Job?"

1. Give a General Description, Not a Job Title

The first trick to answering this question without raising any red flags is to NEVER give a job title. Instead, tell them about your dream job's characteristics.

Characteristics are things like this: a job that involves helping people, a job that will let you work with cutting edge technology, a job that is meaningful to you, etc. And you want to combine multiple characteristics, at least two.

I'll give you a full example answer coming up soon if you're still not sure exactly what I mean. But for now, the important thing to understand is that you do not want to name a job title when describing your dream job. So don't say things like "Pilot, Doctor, Director of Sales, etc."

Let's continue with the next step to answering this question.

2. Tailor Your Answer to Fit the Job You're Interviewing For

The next step when answering, "what is your dream job?" is to adjust your answer to make sure you're showing some overlap between the qualities you want in a "dream job", and the characteristics of the position you're interviewing for.

Study the job description and know about the company before your interview. That way, you can name a few things that your dream job would have, that also seem to exist in THIS job.

That's how to give an honest, upfront answer that also shows the hiring manager why you want their job.

This step is very important, and not showing some overlap between your dream job and this job can cost you the offer!

If the job you're interviewing for is focused on managing a team and you talk about how your dream job would involve working independently and only being responsible for your own goals, that's going to kill your chances of getting hired.

So if you're interviewing for a leadership job, talk about what type of leadership your dream job would involve.

If you're interviewing for a highly technical role, talk about what types of technical challenges you enjoy.

Hiring managers get excited when you show them some overlap between their job and what you enjoy doing... because that means you're more likely to be motivated and stick around longer if they hire you.

3. Explain Why You Want Their Job

To wrap up your answer, tell the interviewer exactly what you read or saw about their company that excited you. That's how to put their mind at ease in terms of why you wanted this job.

For example, you might say:

"So that's why I applied for this position. I saw the job description mentioned that this team is working to create life-saving medicines, and that's something I'm really passionate about and motivated to work on."

We'll look at more sample answers in the next section, so keep reading.

Example Answers to "What Is Your Dream Job?"

Now that we've looked at the three key steps to follow when answering, "what is your dream job?", I also want to give you a couple of word-for-word answer samples to help you create your own answer.

Example Answer #1

"My dream job would be a combination of creating products that are making a difference in the world and getting a chance to share them with as many people as possible. I was excited about this position because I read that millions of people use your company's products each day and it seems like the work you're doing is having a big impact in the world."

Notice you're not telling them your dream job in terms of a job title... like I mentioned earlier. You're only sharing characteristics to describe your dream job, like your desire to make a difference and your interest in having a large number of people see and use your work.

And then you're completing your answer by relating it back to what the company is offering, and showing you did a bit of research about them!

Let's look at two more sample answers now...

Example Answer #2

"My dream job would be leading a team that's creating cutting-edge technologies that are used by millions. I read on your job description that this Supervisor role has a chance to grow into a Manager in the next 1-2 years, and it seems like the apps your company is building are having a big impact on the business world already, so I knew I should apply!"

Example Answer #3

"I would describe my dream job as a mix of my last two positions. In my last role, I had the chance to lead a couple of challenging projects and coordinate across multiple teams, but I didn't get to do as much hands-on work as I would have liked. In my prior role, I was doing the type of hands-on work that I enjoy most: product design and development. However, at that point in my career, I wasn't doing any leadership tasks. I'm looking for a chance to combine those two areas now and I was excited to see this type of mix mentioned on the job description, which is one reason I applied for the position here."

Conclusion: Key Steps to Remember When You Describe Your Dream Job

Now that we've looked at two word-for-word example answers, here's a quick recap of the method I recommend:

Never use a specific job title. Use words that describe what your dream job would look like instead.

Choose at least two or three phrases/words that describe what your ideal position would look like from a day-to-day standpoint, and try to pick things that overlap with the job you're interviewing for.

Conclude by showing the hiring manager that you did some research about their company and position, and explain why you're interested in their job.

If you follow these guidelines you will have a great answer to, "what is your dream job?"

Just make sure you practice your answer in the mirror a few times, too (or by recording yourself talking with your phone's sound recorder app). That way, you'll be sure you sound confident and clear when answering.

After that, you're ready to handle this question in your next interview!

Before we wrap up, here are three other great interview resources to help you win more job offers:

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Employers like to ask, "what is your dream job?" or "tell me about your dream job" for a few reasons... and there are definitely some mistakes you want to AVOID when answering. In this article, I'll walk you through why hiring managers ask about your dream job and the best way to answer.

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ENGLISH FOR TOURISTS
topic: AT THE AIRPORT: What's wrong? (Telling someone about a problem/about what's wrong)

Write the correct word from the list below to complete each of the following sentences:

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The travel-related words below are the most important terms to know when talking about travel or taking vacations. Words are categorized into different sections depending on the type of travel. You'll find example sentences for each word to help provide context for learning, as well as a short quiz at the end to test your knowledge.

Air Travel Vocabulary and Sample Sentences

Airport: I went to the airport to catch a flight to San Francisco.
Check-in: Make sure to get to the airport two hours early to check in.
Fly: I like to fly on the same airline to get mileage points.
Land: The airplane will land in two hours.
Landing: The landing took place during a storm. It was very scary!
Plane: The plane is packed with 300 passengers.
Take off: The airplane is scheduled to take off at 3:30 p.m.

Vacation Travel Vocabulary and Sample Sentences

Camp: Do you like to camp in the woods?
Destination: What is your final destination?
Excursion: I'd like to take an excursion to the wine country while we're in Tuscany.
Go camping: Let's go to the beach and go camping next weekend.
Go sightseeing: Did you go sightseeing while you were in France?
Hostel: Staying in a youth hostel is a great way to save money on vacation.
Hotel: I'll book a hotel for two nights.
Journey: The journey will take four weeks and we'll visit four countries.
Luggage: Can you carry the luggage upstairs?
Motel: We stayed in a convenient motel on our way to Chicago.
Package holiday: I prefer to buy package holidays, so I don't have to worry about anything.
Passenger: The passenger felt ill during the voyage.
Route: Our route will take us through Germany and on to Poland.
Sightseeing: The sightseeing in this town is rather boring. Let's go shopping.
Suitcase: Let me unpack my suitcase and then we can go swimming.
Tour: Peter went on a tour of vineyard.
Tourism: Tourism is becoming an important industry in almost every country.
Tourist: Every May many tourists from around the world come to see the flower festival.
Travel: Travel is one of his favorite free time activities.
Travel agent: The travel agent found us a great deal.
Trip: The trip to New York was lovely and interesting.
Vacation: I'd love to take a nice long vacation on the beach.

Overland Travel Vocabulary and Sample Sentences

Bicycle: One of the best ways to see the countryside is to ride a bicycle.
Bike: We rode a bike from shop to shop.
Bus: You can catch a bus for Seattle at the bus station.
Bus station: The bus station is three blocks from here.
Car: You might want to rent a car when you go on vacation.
Lane: Make sure to get into the left lane when you want to pass.
Motorcycle: Riding a motorcycle can be fun and exciting, but it's also dangerous.
Freeway: We'll have to take the freeway to Los Angeles.
Highway: The highway between the two cities is quite lovely.
Rail: Have you ever traveled by rail?
Go by rail: Going by rail offers the opportunity to get up and walk around as you travel.
Railway: The railway station is down this street.
Road: There are three roads to Denver.
Main road: Take the main road into town and turn left at 5th Street.
Taxi: I got in a taxi and went to the train station.
Traffic: There's a lot of traffic today on the road!
Train: I like riding on trains. It's a very relaxing way to travel.
Tube: You can take the tube in London.
Underground: You can take the underground in many cities throughout Europe.
Subway: You can take the subway in New York.

Sea / Ocean Travel Vocabulary and Sample Sentences

Boat: Have you ever piloted a boat?
Cruise: We will stop at three destinations during our cruise through the Mediterranean.
Cruise ship: It's the most elegant cruise ship in the world!
Ferry: Ferries allow passengers to take their cars with them to their destination.
Ocean: The Atlantic Ocean takes four days to cross.
Port: There are all kinds of commercial ships in the port.
Sailboat: The sailboat requires nothing but the wind.
Sea: The sea is very calm today.
Set sail: We set sail for the exotic island.
Ship: Have you ever been a passenger on a ship?
Voyage: The voyage to the Bahamas took three days.

Travel Vocabulary Quiz

Test your knowledge by taking this short quiz.

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Difference Between a Concierge and Front Desk Staff

It's been a long journey getting to your destination. You're bleary-eyed and craving a hot shower as you lug your suitcases into the hotel lobby, including the big one with the wheel that somehow broke en route. Heading for the front desk, you're dismayed to see that there's a line. Just then, another clerk appears and beckons you over with a warm smile. The front desk staff are often the first to interact with guests, so it's important that they make a good impression. The concierge doesn't work with all guests, only those who seek her services. But for those who do, how well the concierge helps them is often the most lasting impression they have of their stay.

Job Descriptions

Front desk staff greet guests when they arrive and check them in according to their reservation. They assign rooms to guests, give them room keys, and explain how to get to their rooms. They also convey any important information, such as what time breakfast is served. If the guests have any questions, such as the hours or location of the gym, it's the front desk clerk's job to know the answers. Once in their rooms, the guest may call the front desk with a question or to set up a wake-up call. In most hotels, the front desk is staffed around the clock, so if you want to know at 3 a.m. at what time the restaurant opens, you can call the front desk, and the clerk on night shift will be happy to tell you.

The concierge's job is more about helping you enjoy the area you're visiting. If you want to know which restaurants are nearby, the front desk often has menus you can look at. But if you want a recommendation for an elegant, out-of-the-way spot or a cozy Irish pub, you contact the concierge. She can also make reservations for you, maybe even getting you in at the last minute when, if you called on your own, you'd be told there were no tables available. She's also the one who can procure tickets to the ballet, cabaret show or circus, and advise you on the best seats to choose.

Where to Find the Front Desk and the Concierge

Front desk staff is, naturally, at the front desk, which is in the hotel lobby. It's positioned so that it is easy to see from a distance, either straight ahead as you come in the main entrance, or off to either side. Although it's called the front desk, it's really more of a raised counter than a desk, and it's longer than a desk, so that it may accommodate several clerks who are helping several guests at the same time.

The concierge is not located at the front desk, and may or may not even be near the front desk. Sometimes, you'll need to ask the front desk where to find the concierge. On cruise ships, the concierge may even be on a different deck. In many instances, though, the concierge sits at an actual desk, rather than at the counter. As you take a chair in front of the desk, you know that you're receiving special attention from an expert, who will take the time to help make your stay enjoyable and memorable.

Education and Salaries

Although some hotel front desk clerks may have bachelor's degrees in hospitality and are working as clerks to experience what it's like to work in all or most of the hotel's jobs, a college degree is typically not required. Many people start work at the front desk with a high school diploma and little or no experience. They learn on the job from more senior employees. If they wish to advance, they may earn an associate degree online while continuing to work, and even study further for a bachelor's degree.

A concierge must have an in-depth knowledge of the geographical are and the favorite tourist sites. It helps if they have taken the tours themselves, but of course it's not possible to visit every single spot in the surrounding areas personally. To gain that extra knowledge, concierges may take courses or study local history. They may also be promoted by earning an online degree. Behind the scenes, when concierges aren't helping guests, they may have other duties such as keeping track of room cleaning and maintenance requests.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, front desk clerks earned a median salary of $10.99 per hour, or $22,850 per year in May 2017. Concierges earned a median salary of $14.49 per hour, or $30,150. It's possible for concierges to add to their salaries with tips, as it is customary to tip a concierge. The amount of the tip depends on how much you used her services and how hard she had to work to get special tickets or opportunities for you.

* Median salaries are the midpoint in a list of salaries for an occupation, with half earning more and half earning less.

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Difference Between a Concierge and Front Desk Staff

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Front desk staff are the first to interact with guests, so it's important that they make a good impression. The concierge only works with guests who seek her services. But for those who do, how well the concierge helps them is often the most lasting impression they have of their stay.