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Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:
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Identify the main point in a message.
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Organize ideas in a logical order (main idea → supporting points → example).
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Communicate clearly using structured examples.
Exercise 1
Useful Expressions
Direction: Read the useful expressions with your tutor.
Exercise 2
Vocabulary
Direction: Listen and repeat after your teacher
Organized
Meaning:
Able to plan and manage tasks well
- I’m very organized and always meet deadlines.
Responsible
Meaning:
Trustworthy and dependable
- I’m responsible and can be trusted with important tasks.
Problem-solving
Meaning:
Good at identifying and fixing problems
- I have strong problem-solving skills, especially under pressure.
Communicative
Meaning:
Able to express ideas clearly
- I’m communicative and share information effectively with my team.
Exercise 3
Practice
Exercise 4
Business Dialogue
Direction: Read the conversation aloud with your teacher and fill in the blanks.
Word Bank:
Communicative
Responsible
Problem-solving
Organized
Situation: Nia is applying for an administrative assistant role.
Interviewer
What are your main _______?
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Nia
I’m very _______, a strong _______ and good at working under _______.
Interviewer
Can you give an example from your experience?
Nia
In my last job, I managed scheduling and resolved last-minute issues.
Interviewer
How did you handle those situations?
Nia
I stayed _______ and used my _______ skills to solve the problems quickly.
Interviewer
Do you prefer working in teams or independently?
Nia
I’m both a team player and _______. I’m also very _______ when it comes to deadlines.
Exercise 5
Study Guide
Direction: Read the study manual aloud
"How to Talk About Your Strengths"
Do:
Choose 2–3 strengths relevant to the job
Give a short explanation or example
Use professional language
Stay confident and polite
Don’t:
List too many random adjectives
Be too general (e.g., “I’m just good at everything”)
Say something unrealistic or untrue
Talk about strengths that don’t relate to the job
Listening Practice
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Exercise 6
Discussion
Discuss these questions to practice speaking and share experiences.
- Practice Scenario – Mock Interview
Objective: Practice giving confident answers about your strengths
Instructions: You are applying for your dream job. Choose a role (e.g., Customer Service Agent, Graphic Designer, Sales Manager).
Interview Questions
1. What are your main strengths?
2. Can you give an example of one of your strengths in action?
3. How do your strengths help you in a team?
4. What do you do when things get stressful?
5. How do you continue improving your skills?
Let’s Talk – Self-Reflection
Discuss these questions with your tutor:
1. What are your top three strengths?
2. Which of your strengths do you use the most at work or school?
3. How have your strengths helped you in a difficult situation?
4. How do you talk about your strengths without sounding arrogant?
5. What’s one strength you want to improve this year?
