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Learn English Correctly:  Asking for Clarification

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Tips

1. Be specific in the subject line and say what job you are applying for.

2. Start your email with Dear Mr/Mrs/Ms + person's surname.

3. Say where you saw the advertisement.

4. Say which job you're applying for. You can use the sentence I'm writing in response to the job advertisement for the position of ... .

5. Write a short paragraph to say why you're suitable for the job. Mention your education, qualifications, work experience or skills.

6. Attach a CV (also known as a résumé in the USA) with more information about your qualifications and background.

7. End by saying I look forward to hearing from you soon or I hope to hear from you soon.

8. Sign off with Best regards or Best wishes.

Discussion

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Learn how to write a cover letter or email to respond to a job advert.

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Tips

1. It's a good idea to write in capital letters so it's easy to read, except for your email address and signature.

2. For dates, in the UK we usually write them DD/MM/YYYY (day-month-year). So, for 1 September 2018 you write 01/09/2018. In the United States it is MM/DD/YYYY so you write 09/01/2018.

3. If you don't understand every word on the form, don't panic. You can probably guess what information you need to write. Ask someone for help if you need to.

Discussion

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Learn how to fill in an application form.

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Tips

1. Use imperative verb forms to give orders and instructions:
Turn off the alarm / make sure to sign the logbook.

2. Tell people exactly what you want them to do and when:
You need to do everything above before 8.45 a.m.

3. Tell people where things are - they might not know:
It's near/behind/over/under the ...

4. Give emergency contact information.

5. Have a sheet for people to sign after they have completed the process, e.g. cleaning a machine or balancing the cash register.

Discussion

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Use imperative verb forms to give orders and instructions: Turn off the alarm / make sure to sign the logbook. Tell people exactly what you want them to do and when: You need to do everything above before 8.45 a.m. Tell people where things are - they might not know: It's near/behind/over/under the ...

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Tips

1. You can start a note with just the name of the person you are writing to or Hi ... . You don't need to use Dear ... .

2. Make sure dates are very clear. Include the day, date and time.

3. Explain the reason for the instructions.

4. Write clear and polite instructions. Use phrases like Can / Could / Would you please ... ?

5. At the end offer the chance to ask questions and check the instructions.

6. Finish the note with Best, or Thanks, and then your name underneath.

Discussion

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Learn how to write instructions for a colleague.

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Read a menu to practise and improve your reading skills.

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Read a menu to practise and improve your reading skills.

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British Council - LearnEnglish listening skills

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Listen to a conversation between two new colleagues to practise your listening skills.

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Listen to people ordering food and drinks in a café to practise and improve your listening skills.

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Listen to two colleagues arranging a meeting to practise and improve your listening skills.

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Listen to two people talking about the people in their office to practise and improve your listening skills.

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In this video, Paul has problems understanding Bob. Listen to the language they use for checking understanding and practise saying the useful phrases.

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In this video, Paul says sorry for making Noelia fall over. Listen to the language they use for apologising and practise saying the useful phrases.

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In this video, Vanya helps Emir learn how to use a new coffee machine. Listen to the language Vanya uses to give instructions and practise saying the useful phrases.

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In this video, Vanya, Emir and Paul have a training session. Listen to the language they use for talking about their jobs and practise saying the useful phrases.

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Kiwi English - "Indirect workplace English"