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Conversational / EVERYDAY ENGLISH
Lesson 46
Dream Jobs and Career Goals
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:
1. Talk about your dream job and career goals using everyday vocabulary.
2. Use phrasal verbs and sentence structures related to career planning.
3. Ask and answer questions about future work and professional ambitions.
Exercise 1
News Words & Expressions
Direction: Listen and repeat after your teacher
noun
Ambition
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/æmˈbɪʃ.ən/
Meaning:
A strong desire to achieve something, especially in your career
- Her ambition is to become a successful software engineer.
Real Life Tip:
Americans often value ambition in career discussions, especially when talking about future goals.
noun
Work-life balance
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/wɜrk laɪf ˈbæl.əns/
Meaning:
The balance between your job and personal life
- She values work-life balance, so she doesn’t work overtime every day.
Real Life Tip:
This is a common discussion point in the U.S., especially in companies with flexible schedules.
Go after
phrasal verb
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/ɡoʊ ˈæf.tər/
Meaning:
To pursue or try to achieve something
- He’s going after his dream of becoming a pilot.
Real Life Tip:
Often used in American English to describe career or personal goals.
Take on
phrasal verb
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/teɪk ɑn/
Meaning:
To accept a new responsibility or job
- She will take on a leadership role in the marketing team.
Real Life Tip:
Common in workplace conversations when discussing promotions or new projects.
Exercise 2
Conversation
Direction: First, read the conversation aloud. Then, practice by role-playing it with your tutor.
Two friends are discussing their future dream jobs over coffee in New York.
So, what’s your dream job?
Alex
I really want to become a software engineer and work for a tech company.
Jamie
That sounds cool! Are you going after that goal right now?
Alex
Yes, I’m learning coding online and taking on small projects.
Jamie
Nice! Do you think work-life balance will be hard in that field?
Alex
Maybe, but I think it’s possible if I plan my time well.
Jamie
I hope you get a promotion quickly once you start working!
Alex
Thanks! What about you? What’s your dream job?
Jamie
Exercise 2.1
Questions.
1. What is Jamie’s dream job?
2. How is Jamie working towards their goal?
3. What concern does Alex have about the job?
Exercise 3
Practice Time
Direction: Complete the exercise by choosing the correct answer.
1. I _____ (am / is / are) going after my dream job.
2. She _____ (take / takes / taking) on more responsibilities at work.
3. They _____ (value / values / valuing) work-life balance.
4. He _____ (want / wants / wanting) to be a pilot.
5. We _____ (is / are / am) planning our career goals.
Exercise 4
Ask Your Tutor
Direction: Ask your tutor these questions. Listen carefully and learn
1. What advice would you give to someone going after their dream job?
2. How important is work-life balance in different careers?
3. Can taking on too many responsibilities affect your career goals?
Exercise 5
Discussion
Direction: Use the new words and expression you learnt in this lesson to have a conversation with your tutor.
1. If you could have any job in the world, what would it be?
2. Do you think money is the most important factor in choosing a career?
3. How do you plan to achieve your dream job?
4. Have you ever changed your career goals? Why?
5. Which famous person inspires you in your career?
6. Would you take a job in another country for your dream career?
7. How important is it to have a mentor in your field?
8. What skills do you think are most important for your dream job?
9. Would you prefer a high-paying job or one you love?
10. How can hobbies help you in your future career?
