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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
Motivated
Meaning:
Eager to achieve goals or success
- I’m highly motivated to take on new responsibilities and grow with your company.
Enthusiastic
Meaning:
Showing excitement and strong interest
- I’m enthusiastic about joining a company that values innovation.
Dedicated
Meaning:
Loyal and committed to a task or goal
- I’m dedicated to continuous learning and self-improvement.
Goal-oriented
Meaning:
Focused on achieving results and objectives
- Being goal-oriented helps me stay productive and efficient at work.
Exercise 3
Practice
Exercise 4
Business Dialogue
Direction: Read the conversation aloud with your teacher and fill in the blanks.
Word Bank:
Goal-oriented
Enthusiastic
Dedicated
Motivated
Situation: James is applying for a role at a logistics company. Complete the conversation using words from the word bank.
Interviewer
Why did you apply for this ______________?
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James
It’s a great fit and it ______________ with my long-term goals.
Interviewer
What interests you most about this opportunity?
James
I’m very ______________ about the role and your mission.
Interviewer
How would you describe yourself in three words?
James
______________, ______________, and ______________.
Interviewer
Impressive. What would you bring to our team?
James
I believe I can ______________ in a positive and ______________ way.
Exercise 5
Study Guide
Direction: Read the study manual aloud
How to Answer: “Why Did You Apply for This Job?”
When you answer this question, the goal is to show that you're excited about the job and that it's a good match for your skills and goals.
What to Include:
1. Show interest in the company or role
→ Talk about what you like about the company or why this role is exciting.
Example: “I admire your company’s focus on innovation.”
2. Highlight your motivation and career goals
→ Explain how this job fits into your plans.
Example: “This role matches my goal of growing in the logistics field.”
3. Use strong, positive adjectives
→ Use words like motivated, dedicated, goal-oriented, enthusiastic.
Example: “I’m passionate about this type of work.”
🚫 What to Avoid:
Don’t say things like “I just need a job” or “I couldn’t find anything else.”
Don’t sound unsure or negative.
Listening Practice
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Exercise 6
Discussion
Discuss these questions to practice speaking and share experiences.
- Interview Questions
1. Tell me about yourself.
2. What are your main strengths?
3. Why do you want to work with us?
4. Tell me about a challenge you overcame.
5. Do you have any questions for us?
Talking about Interviews
1. What makes a strong job interview introduction?
2. How do you prepare for interviews?
3. Which part of an interview do you find most difficult? Why?
4. What is one common mistake people make during interviews?
5. How would you describe your ideal job?
