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2. Which of these words are connected with jobs, being a student, or both?

colleague

colleague

exams

library

business

revise

boss

deadline

study

office

learn

conference

meeting

3. Use the words to talk about yourself.

I work in an office. I get on with my colleagues, but I hate my boss….

4. Look at this newspaper article. What's Susan's problem? What advice would you give her?

My name's Susan. My husband runs his own business and I think he's a workaholic. He goes to work at 7.00 a.m., seven days a week, and doesn't come home until 8.00 or 9.00. He usually brings work home with him and when he doesn't, he spends the evening talking about it. We never go out any more. We don't even go on holiday together - last year I went away with friends. How can I make him understand that I want to spend more time with him?

5. Now read the advice. Which do you think is better? Why?

Auntie Ad Men! They wine us, dine us, marry us, and then they forget about us. I think you should tell him that he has to look after you and his marriage, not his business. If I were you, I'd tell him to work less, and start spending more time with me! My advice is to arrange a surprise holiday for the two of you - and if he refuses to go, you should go without him!

Uncle Vice Don't worry, Susan, this is perfectly normal. Your husband is married to his job and it seems as if he doesn't love you any more, but it's not true. Have you thought of talking to him about it? You should tell him how you feel, how much you miss him, and how much you want to go on holiday with him. Why don't you suggest a weekend in the country? Maybe this will make him think about his priorities in life.

6. What advice would you give Susan's husband?

Useful Language

7. Read the problem in Ex 4. again. Complete the phrases.

You sh____/sh____ + verb.

My ______ is to +verb

If I ____ you, I'd +verb

Have you _____ of +ing form?

Why_____ you +verb?

8. Match the two parts of these sentences. What do you think the problems are?

1. I think

2. My advice is to

3. If I were you,

4. Have you thought of

5. Why don't you

a) take some aspirin and go to bed.

b) take him to the vet?

c)you should get more exercise.

d) I'd break the window,

e) having contact lenses?

9. Listen to these five people. What are their problems? Match the problems with this advice. Listening 2.

  • go but don't stay long

  • stay until you find something more interesting

  • go to see a doctor

  • pay for the damage

  • go by train

10. Listen and complete this dialogue for problem 1. Listening 2.

Jane I've got a real _______ - I'm afraid ______ and my boss has asked me to fly to Paris ______. What ___ you think ______?

Owen ________ the meeting?

Jane ________ at 10.00.

Owen Well, ______, I'd go by train _____. Then ______ a bit of

Paris, too.

Jane _______ ! Thanks.

11. Make short dialogues for the other four problems.

Part 5

1. Match the beginnings and ends of these sayings.

1. All work and no play a)make light work.

2. A woman's work b)makes Jack a dull boy.

3. Work won't kill c)is never done.

4. Many hands d)but worry will.

2 Do you have similar sayings about work in your language? Translate them into English.

3. Read the job adverts and answer the questions

1. Which job pays most?

2. Which job doesn't pay at all?

3. Which needs most experience?

4. Which involves most travel?

5. Which isn't permanent?

6. Which job do you need a computer to apply for? Why?

7. Which jobs want people who've been to university?

8. Which could somebody leaving school apply for?

A

INTERNATIONAL

VOLUNTARY WORK

PROGRAMME

If you're planning to do voluntary work over the summer, take a look at what we have to offer. We send volunteers on four-week projects round the world, helping local communities.

Volunteers need no qualifications, should be aged 18+, enthusiastic, friendly, flexible, and enjoy working in a team.

For more information write to: IVWP Brook Street Guildford GU5 2JY or visit our homepage at www.ivwp.org

B

Can you see into the future?

If you can, and you see yourself in IT, then we want to hear from you. We have vacancies for recent graduates in our Systems Support Network.

We offer:

- a starting salary in the region of £20 - a full package of benefits including pension, health insurance, and flexitime

- challenging and varied work.

You offer:

- a degree or diploma in computer science

- at least a year's experience in systems support

- enthusiasm, reliability, flexibility, and ambition

Interested? E-mail us. networker@ssncv. co.uk

C

Parks and Beaches Manager

Full-time

Salary $4,500-$6,500 per month

Application closing date: Open until filled. Apply ASAP.

You will be responsible for the development and care of the city's parks and recreation facilities. You must have a degree in park management and four years' experience. The position requires excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently. Applicants must have a California Driver's License.

For more information contact: City of Eureka Personnel Department 10 Manchester Drive Eureka California 90401