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Job Interview Story Hello everyone,
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and welcome back to our English Learning Channel.
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In this video, we'll explore the essential elements of acing an interview,
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including how to answer common interview questions and common mistakes that you should know how to avoid during the process the process.
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Let's get started.
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It was one fine morning.
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Tom was sitting outside of the interview room.
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Tom was excitedly waiting for his turn to interview for the job he had long desired,
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a software developer.
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The company had an amazing reputation in the field.
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Tom was so eager for the interview.
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Until...
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Well, well, well.
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Look who's here.
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Isn't this Tom the Airhead?
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Hi, Derek.
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Oh, Tom.
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I can't believe they even considered you for this role.
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Software development requires real skills, you know?
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Are you sure that you're in the right place?
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Don't get your hopes up.
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This position is mine.
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Remember who you are.
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You are nobody.
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You should stand up and go home now.
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Tom didn't want to argue with Derek,
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but deep down he felt uncomfortable.
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The interviewer opened the door and called the next person.
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Derek quickly stood up while Tom was sitting still,
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as if in a trance.
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Derek whispered in Tom's ear,
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Just stay out of my way, loser.
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Then Derek headed into the interview room,
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leaving Tom behind with his thoughts.
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In a fleeting moment, Tom found himself immersed in the memories of days gone by.
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Tom endured Derek's teasing throughout high school.
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He remembered every moment when Derek made him feel small and insignificant,
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causing him to lose confidence.
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Tom had an incredibly tough time during those years.
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It took a long time for him to overcome the insecurities that Derek had caused.
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Just when Tom started feeling more confident in himself, he encountered Derek again.
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That same voice, that same attitude haunted Tom once more.
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Just as Tom was immersed in these thoughts,
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he was suddenly called for the interview.
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Entering the room, he was so nervous and worried.
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This made him stumble and feel empty-headed headed.
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Good afternoon, Tom.
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Thank you for coming in today.
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I'm Cindy, and I'll be conducting your interview today.
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Can you tell me a little about yourself?
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Uh, sure.
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Well, my name's Tom.
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I've Worked in a few different places.
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And, you know, learned some stuff along the way.
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Okay, what do you know about our company?
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I know this is a big company.
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Could you give me some details about your previous work experience?
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Yeah, I've done a bit of this and that.
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tasks and stuff.
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How do you handle working in a team and resolving conflict?
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Teamwork is important and conflicts...
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I guess I try to talk it out and stuff.
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What is your greatest strength?
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I'm a quick learner.
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Why should we hire you for this job?
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I know I can do a great job in this role.
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Okay, where do you see yourself in five years?
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Honestly, I'm not so sure.
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I guess I'll figure it out as time goes on.
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Do you have any questions for me?
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Um, no. No. Thank you for sharing, Tom.
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We will consider all candidates and get in touch later.
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A few days later, Tom was informed that he had not met their expectations for the position.
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Cindy expressed to Tom that he could try again in the future.
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And what made Tom even sadder was when he found out that Derek got the position.
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With a heavy heart, Tom went to his girlfriend to find some comfort.
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Tom was sitting on his girlfriend's sofa.
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All he needed right then was some comfort and a hug.
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Linda, his girlfriend, came and sat next to him. Are you okay?
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I didn't get the job.
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Seriously?
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Tom, what happened?
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That guy who used to bully me in high school got it.
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You mean Derek?
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Yes.
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You must have messed something up.
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And Derek, he must have handled it better.
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Linda, I thought you'd be here for me.
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I'm just saying, you should be as strong and confident as Derek.
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It hurts.
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You're just criticizing and comparing me.
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Whatever, Tom.
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It's the truth.
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I'm tired of disappointment.
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I need time to think about us.
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Don't contact me during this time.
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Wait, Linda.
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You can't do this to me.
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I need to go now.
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You should go home and have some sleep or whatever you want to do.
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With a shattered heart, Tom walked into a bar.
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He ordered a strong cocktail.
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As Tom was enjoying his drink,
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he noticed a girl approaching him.
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It was Cindy, the person who had interviewed him.
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Tom, isn't it?
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Yeah, it's me.
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Hi, Cindy.
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Do you know why I remember you?
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Because I was a loser?
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No, you seem really capable.
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Your experience and background were good.
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But the way you answered the questions seemed so weird and amateur.
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What's wrong?
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Tom told Cindy what happened that day.
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He confided in Cindy like two friends and told Cindy how much he loved the job as a software developer.
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I wanted to be honest with you about your interview.
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Your knowledge is solid, but your confidence seemed to waver.
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You struggled with answering questions.
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Yeah, I know.
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I was really nervous.
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I understand, but I believe in your potential.
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Let me share something with you.
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What is it?
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I had really hoped that you would be the one who got the job that day.
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Oh, really?
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Why is that?
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Well, when it comes to Derek, he's quite arrogant.
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I mean, he does have some skills, but his attitude.
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So I had some expectations for you that day.
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I'm sorry.
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I feel like I let you down.
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Oh, no, that's not what I meant.
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What I saw during the interview doesn't define you.
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What should I do now?
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You have to work on your confidence and communication.
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Don't let external pressures determine your self-women.
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It's just hard, you know.
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I've always been a bit insecure.
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I get it, but you can't live according to others' feelings.
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You've been too easily influenced by others' opinions.
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You need to take charge of your own life.
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You're right.
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I need to change that.
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You absolutely can.
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Start by believing in yourself.
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Focus on personal growth.
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Develop your skills, work on your communication,
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and gradually the confidence will follow.
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Thanks, Cindy.
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Good things will come your way when you're invested in your own progress.
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Your words mean a lot to me.
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You've got this, Tom.
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Remember, success comes from within.
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Tom took a deep breath,
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feeling a sense of connection with Cindy's words.
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He found himself opening up further about his dreams and the lessons he had learned from this failure.
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After Cindy's encouragement, Tong felt a strong urge to change.
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He decided to begin trying harder and learning the skills required for a successful interview.
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He practiced his answers, improved his communication, and boosted his self-confidence.
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As he progressed, he felt more and more confident.
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With determination, Tom applied for the same position at the company where he had faced disappointment.
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On the way to the interview,
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as Tom approached the company building,
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he unexpectedly encountered Derek and Linda standing outside.
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Look who decided to show up again.
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It's our superstar.
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Li...Linda?
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What?
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Surprised, huh?
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I'm only going with who is truly deserving.
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That's right.
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This is how it should be.
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You're trying again?
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Good luck with that.
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Hey, maybe they're hiring for a clown position.
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He'd be perfect.
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Derek and Linda walked away,
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leaving behind a mocking laughter
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Tom had mentally prepared to meet Derek But he never expected to see Linda with him like that
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She left Tom to go with Derek Tom stood there frozen for a moment But then he remembered what Cindy said
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He took a deep breath and put everything aside He headed straight into the company building.
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He only had one thought on his mind now.
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He must get the job.
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Good morning, Tom.
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Good to see you again.
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Hi, Cindy.
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Nice to see you. Are you ready?
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Yes, I'm ready.
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Okay, can you tell me a bit about your background?
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I've been working as a software developer for the past five years.
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I have experience with various programming languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript.
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I've also worked on both front-end and back-end development projects.
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Great!
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It sounds like you have a good range of skills.
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How did you hear about this position?
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I actually came across the job posting on your company's website while I was searching for software developer positions.
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What do you consider to be your greatest strength?
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I believe my attention to detail is one of my greatest strengths.
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I'm thorough in my work.
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And I make sure to catch even the smallest errors in my code,
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which helps in creating high-quality software.
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Great, Tom.
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How about handling pressure or stressful situations?
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When things get stressful, I tend to stay calm.
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I break down the problem into smaller steps.
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I also share concerns and collaborate on solutions with my team.
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Good approach, Tom.
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What did you do in the last year to improve your knowledge?
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Over the past year, I've been taking some online courses to improve my skills.
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I also took part in coding challenges to challenge myself and learn from others in the coding community.
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Continuous learning is important.
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Moving on, what are your salary expectations for this position?
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Based on my skills and experience and on the current industry rates,
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I'm looking at a salary of around $8,800 per month. That sounds reasonable, Tom.
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Now, I want to know more about your expertise.
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Sure.
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Cheers!
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Thank you so much, Cindy.
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I wouldn't have gotten the job without your help.
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Not a problem at all.
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I have complete confidence in your abilities.
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I'm very excited to join the team and make a positive impact on the company.
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The company operates in a competitive environment,
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so give it your all.
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I certainly will.
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Thanks once again.
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After Tom successfully joined the company,
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Derek didn't like this fact.
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He was determined to make things difficult for Tom.
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Derek attempted various tricks to trip Tom up and create trouble.
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However, Tom has great working skills and he approached his work with a serious and fair attitude.
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Tom had clear goals for his tasks.
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Because of this, Tom progressed rapidly.
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And none of Derek's tricks could hinder his progress.
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As time went on, Tom's hard work paid off.
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He was recognized for his dedication and skill.
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he earned a promotion.
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On the other hand, Derek started falling behind in his work because he was too focused on harming Tom.
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Before long, Derek faced the consequences of his actions and got sacked.
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So, Tom's determination and focus on personal growth not only led to his success,
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but also showed how kindness and hard work win over negative intention. And that's today's lesson!
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Vocabulario y notas de pronunciación para esta lección
Este vídeo tiene 249 frases y 1883 palabras para practicar shadowing. La parte hablada dura 17:07. El hablante mantiene un ritmo constante de unas 110 palabras por minuto, cómodo para el shadowing. El 83 % de las palabras está entre las 3.000 más comunes del inglés; conviene repasar el resto antes de empezar.
Vocabulario clave de este vídeo
15 palabras menos comunes del vídeo, con su pronunciación y significado:
- skill /skɪl/ (sustantivo) — destreza, habilidad. A capacity to do something well; a technique, an ability, usually acquired or learned, as opposed to abilities that are regarded as innate.
- developer /dɪˈvɛləpɚ/ (sustantivo) — desarrollador. A person or entity engaged in the creation or improvement of certain classes of products.
- expectation /ˌɛk.spɛkˈteɪ.ʃən/ (sustantivo) — expectación. The act or state of expecting or looking forward to an event as about to happen.
- trick /ˈtɹɪk/ (sustantivo) — truco, artimaña. Something designed to fool, dupe, outsmart, mislead or swindle.
- lesson /ˈlɛs.ən/ (sustantivo) — lección. A section of learning or teaching into which a wider learning content is divided.
- comfort /ˈkʌm.fət/ (sustantivo) — comodidad, confort. Contentment, ease.
- hire /ˈhaɪɹ/ (verbo) — contratar, emplear. To obtain the services of in return for fixed payment.
- salary /ˈsæləɹi/ (sustantivo) — salario, sueldo. A fixed amount of money paid to a worker, usually calculated on a monthly or annual basis, not hourly, as wages. Implies a degree of professionalism and/or…
- breathe /bɹiːð/ (verbo) — respirar. To draw air into (inhale), and expel air from (exhale), the lungs in order to extract oxygen and excrete waste gases.
- encounter /ɪnˈkaʊntɚ/ (verbo) — encontrar, encontrarse. To meet (someone) or find (something), especially unexpectedly.
- determination /dɪˌtɜːmɪˈneɪʃən/ (sustantivo) — determinación. The act, process, or result of any accurate measurement, as of length, volume, weight, intensity, etc.
- disappointment /ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntmənt/ (sustantivo) — decepción, ahueve. The feeling or state of being disappointed: a feeling of sadness or frustration when something is not as good as one hoped or expected, or when something bad…
- loser /luzɚ/ (sustantivo) — perdedor. A person who loses; one who fails to win or thrive.
- stressful /ˈstɹɛsfəl/ (adjetivo) — estresoso, estresante. Irritating; causing stress.
- pronunciation /pɹəˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/ (sustantivo) — pronunciación. The formal or informal way in which a word is made to sound when spoken.
Phrasal verbs que vas a escuchar
- go on /ˈɡoʊˌɒn/ (verbo) — continuar. To continue in extent.
- stand up (verbo) — levantarse, ponerse de pie. To rise from a lying or sitting position.
- break down (verbo) — descomponerse, averiarse. To stop functioning.
- call for (verbo) — llamar. To shout out in order to summon (a person).
- come across (verbo) — pasarse a. To change sides; to cross over to work for the opposition.
- come from (verbo) — ser de. To have as one's origin, birthplace or nationality.
- find out (verbo) — averiguar, anoticiarse. To discover, as by asking or investigating.
- get in (verbo) — acceder. To get into or inside something, literally or figuratively.
Pronunciación a tener en cuenta
El hablante usa 44 contracciones y formas reducidas, como I'm, I've, you're. Dilas en su forma corta, tal como las oyes.
- Los sonidos de “th”: breathe /bɹiːð/, thorough /ˈθʌɹoʊ/
- Los sonidos de “sh” y “zh”: expectation /ˌɛk.spɛkˈteɪ.ʃən/, determination /dɪˌtɜːmɪˈneɪʃən/, pronunciation /pɹəˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/, reputation /ˌɹɛpjʊˈteɪʃən/, promotion /pɹəˈmoʊʃn̩/
- Palabras largas — cuida el acento: developer /dɪˈvɛləpɚ/, expectation /ˌɛk.spɛkˈteɪ.ʃən/, determination /dɪˌtɜːmɪˈneɪʃən/, disappointment /ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntmənt/, pronunciation /pɹəˌnʌn.siˈeɪ.ʃən/
Cómo practicar con este vídeo
- Escucha el vídeo entero una vez sin hablar y anota las palabras que no conoces.
- Haz shadowing frase por frase a velocidad normal, repitiendo cada una hasta que tu ritmo coincida con el del hablante.
- Grábate y compara con el original, prestando atención a palabras como skill, developer, expectation.
Gramática en este vídeo
Las estructuras que más usa el hablante, con las palabras exactas del vídeo:
| Estructura | En el vídeo |
|---|---|
| Present perfect continuous have/has been + -ing — una acción que empezó antes y continúa | I've been working · I've been taking |
| Present perfect have/has + participio pasado — una acción pasada que sigue importando ahora | I've Worked · I've done · I've always been |
| Voz pasiva be + participio pasado — importa lo que ocurre, no quién lo hace | was immersed · was informed · was determined |
| Oraciones de relativo who / which + oración — información extra sobre una persona o cosa | guy who used · person who had · one who got |
¿Qué es la Técnica de Shadowing?
Shadowing es una técnica de aprendizaje de idiomas respaldada por la ciencia, desarrollada originalmente para la formación de intérpretes profesionales y popularizada por el políglota Dr. Alexander Arguelles. El método es simple pero poderoso: escuchas audio en inglés nativo y lo repites en voz alta de inmediato, como una sombra que sigue al hablante con solo 1-2 segundos de retraso. A diferencia de la escucha pasiva o los ejercicios de gramática, el shadowing obliga a tu cerebro y músculos de la boca a procesar y reproducir simultáneamente patrones de habla reales. Las investigaciones muestran que mejora significativamente la precisión de la pronunciación, la entonación, el ritmo, el habla conectada, la comprensión auditiva y la fluidez al hablar, convirtiéndola en una de las metodologías más efectivas para la preparación del IELTS Speaking y la comunicación en inglés en el mundo real.