Shadowing Practice: Improve Your English Speaking Fluency: Job Interview - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Today is a big day and I'm super excited.
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I'm doing something that most English learners are afraid of.
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I'm going to a job interview.
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What if I forget the words?
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What if I freeze?
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Let's see what happens.
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In this video, you'll train for a job interview using the listen and repeat method, with real questions and real answers.
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So listen carefully, repeat out loud, and make sure to stay till the end, so you can confidently pass your next interview.
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Let's get started.
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Good morning.
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You must be Yulia.
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Yes, that's right.
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Nice to meet you.
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Thank you for inviting me today.
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I really appreciate the opportunity.
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Now we'll go through the five main questions you'll hear at almost every job interview.
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Tell me about yourself.
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Here, be ready to share the main points of your work background.
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You can use answers like this.
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I graduated from Harvard University with a degree in marketing.
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During my work, I gained experience in branding and analytics.
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During my work, I gained experience in branding and analytics.
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I'm a project manager with experience at Google.
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I'm a project manager with experience at Google.
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In my previous company, I ran a successful advertising campaign for a new product.
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I enjoy solving difficult problems and working in a team.
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I enjoy solving difficult problems and working in a team.
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My key skills include performance tracking and customer communication.
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My key skills include performance tracking and customer communication.
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Here is a full example of how you can answer.
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I have been working as a copywriter at Amazon for three years.
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During this time, I have created content for products and marketing campaigns to increase sales and customer engagement.
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Now I want to use my skills in an international company where teamwork and creativity are valued.
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What are your strengths?
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Here it's important not to just list your good qualities, but to show how they helped you achieve real results.
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When you truly develop your skills and use them in practice, you can talk about your strengths with confidence.
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And if you want to learn faster, grow in your career, or even change your field, Skillshare is a great place to start.
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Skillshare is a platform where you can grow in many areas.
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Design, marketing, business, productivity, and more.
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For example, if you're learning English and aren't sure how to organize your study, on Skillshare there are classes on Notion and Planning that help you build a system that actually works.
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If you're balancing work and study and often feel tired, there are classes on focus and time management.
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For example, I took this class.
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I was struggling to manage many projects at once, making videos, creating products, teaching students, and it came in handy just in time.
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The best part was the practice.
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In this class, you reflect on your achievements, think about your goals, and organize your ideas.
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Doing this helped me create a clear plan for my work.
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Once I saw a structure instead of chaos, I felt calmer and more motivated.
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So that's the real value of Skillshare.
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You can grow your language and your skills at the same time.
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No matter what part of life or career you want to improve, you will find a class for yourself.
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If this approach feels right for you, you can join Skillshare using my link in the description or scan the QR code.
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The first 500 people to use my link will receive a one month's free trial of Skillshare.
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Alright, let's get back to the answers.
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My strengths include responsibility and quick learning.
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My strengths include responsibility and quick learning.
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My strong point is being result-oriented.
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I can set priorities and work under tight deadlines.
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I break tasks into steps, find patterns and create logical solutions.
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I break tasks in two steps, find patterns and create logical solutions.
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I explain complex things simply and find common ground with people.
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I explain complex things simply and find common ground with people.
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And here is a tip.
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It's better to mention two, three strengths and add a short example.
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I am good at problem solving.
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For example, last month I found a mistake in a campaign plan, fixed it quickly, and it helped increase our engagement with clients.
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What are your weaknesses?
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It's not easy to talk about your weaknesses.
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Here are some phrases you can use.
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Sometimes I pay too much attention to details.
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Sometimes I pay too much attention to details.
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I find it hard to delegate tasks.
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I find it hard to delegate tasks.
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I find it hard to say no and take on too many tasks.
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Sometimes I'm too strict when evaluating my own work.
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Sometimes I'm too strict when evaluating my own work.
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Sometimes I want results too quickly.
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Sometimes I want results more quickly.
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And here is a tip.
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Present your weaknesses as areas for growth.
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Talk about how you plan to improve and what you have already worked on.
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Good answer formula is weakness.
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Example, what you do to improve it.
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I sometimes take on too many tasks because I find it hard to say no.
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Last month I ended up juggling three projects at once and I felt overwhelmed.
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Now I plan my work better.
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and delegate when I can, which helps me stay focused.
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Why should we hire you?
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This is one of the hardest questions, so answer with confidence.
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Here are some phrases you can use.
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In my previous company, I increased sales by 15%.
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In my previous company, I increased sales by 15%.
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I can apply the same strategic approach to help your company achieve its goals.
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I can apply the same strategic approach to help your company achieve its goals.
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I'm confident I can bring the same leadership skills to your team.
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I can bring this value to your team from day one.
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I improved processes in my previous company.
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I improved processes in my previous company.
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I can use these skills to increase efficiency in your company.
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I can use these skills to increase efficiency in your company.
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And here is the full answer.
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In my previous company, I increased sales by 15% through targeting campaigns and improved processes to save time.
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I also quickly learn new tasks, so I can help your company achieve its goals from day one.
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Why did you leave your previous job?
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You don't have to be completely honest about negative reasons.
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If your relationship with your manager was difficult, or if you were bored, the employer might be concerned.
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Answer in a positive way.
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For example, you wanted more variety in your work, or your ideal manager respects your time outside work.
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And here are some examples.
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I'm looking for a position where I can take on more responsibility.
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I want more complex projects and new challenges.
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I decided to develop my career in product management.
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There were changes in the company and my role no longer matched my professional goals.
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There were changes in the company and my role no longer matched my professional goals.
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I worked on a specific project which was successfully completed.
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I worked on a specific project which was successfully completed.
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answer formula is positive comment about the past, a reason for a living, and focus on the future.
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I gained valuable experience in my previous role, but I'm looking for a position where I can take on more responsibility.
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I decided to develop my career in UX design, where I can grow professionally and contribute to the success of the company.
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We will review your application and get back to you.
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Thank you for your time, I enjoyed speaking with you and I look forward to your response.
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Now it's your turn.
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Answer in the comments.
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Why should we hire you?
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Thank you for watching this video and I'll see you in the next one.
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Woordenschat en spreektips bij deze les
Deze video bevat 124 zinnen en 1313 woorden om na te spreken. Het gesproken deel duurt 13:25. De spreker praat langzaam, ongeveer 98 woorden per minuut, zodat je tijd hebt om elke klank na te doen. 84% van de woorden hoort bij de 3.000 meest gebruikte Engelse woorden; de rest kun je beter vooraf bekijken.
Belangrijke woorden in deze video
15 woorden uit de video die het leren waard zijn, met uitspraak en betekenis:
| Woord | Uitspraak | Betekenis |
|---|---|---|
| skill zelfstandig naamwoord | /skɪl/ | bekwaamheid, vaardigheid |
| weakness zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈwik.nɪs/ | zwakte |
| solve werkwoord | /sɒlv/ | oplossen |
| delegate zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈdɛlɪɡət/ | afgevaardigde, gedelegeerde |
| formula zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈfɔː.mjʊ.lə/ | formule |
| successfully bijwoord | /səkˈsɛs.fə.li/ | met succes |
| strategic bijvoeglijk naamwoord | /stɹəˈti.dʒɪk/ | strategisch |
| hire werkwoord | /ˈhaɪɹ/ | huren |
| efficiency zelfstandig naamwoord | /ɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si/ | rendement |
| phrase zelfstandig naamwoord | /ˈfɹeɪ̯z/ | uitspraak |
| strict bijvoeglijk naamwoord | /stɹɪkt/ | strak |
| logical bijvoeglijk naamwoord | /ˈlɑd͡ʒɪkəl/ | logisch |
| organize werkwoord | /ˈɔɹɡənaɪz/ | organiseren |
| carefully bijwoord | /ˈkɛɹf(ə)li/ | voorzichtig |
| ideal bijvoeglijk naamwoord | /aɪˈdi(ə)l/ | ideaal, optimaal |
Phrasal verbs die je zult horen
| Woord | Betekenis |
|---|---|
| end up werkwoord | belanden, terechtkomen |
| look forward to werkwoord | uitkijken naar, zich verheugen op |
Grammatica in deze video
De structuren die de spreker het meest gebruikt, met de exacte woorden uit de video:
| Structuur | In de video |
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| Present perfect have/has + voltooid deelwoord — iets uit het verleden dat nu nog telt | have created · have already worked |
| Betrekkelijke bijzinnen who / which + zin — extra informatie over een persoon of ding | project which was |
Uitspraak om op te letten
De spreker gebruikt 18 samentrekkingen en verkorte vormen, zoals I'm, you'll, you're. Spreek ze kort uit, zoals je ze hoort.
- Lange woorden — let op de klemtoon: successfully /səkˈsɛs.fə.li/, efficiency /ɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si/, analytics /ˌæn.əˈlɪt.ɪks/, priority /pɹaɪˈɒɹɪti/, productivity /ˌpɹɒdʌkˈtɪvəti/
Zo oefen je met deze video
- Luister de hele video één keer zonder te spreken en noteer de woorden die je niet kent.
- Spreek zin voor zin na op normale snelheid en herhaal elke zin tot je ritme gelijk is aan dat van de spreker.
- Neem jezelf op en vergelijk met het origineel; let daarbij op woorden als skill, weakness, solve.
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