{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/647d8a6597361c0011e617a5/692d41ab635c16d64037752d?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"IELTS_Help.com Podcast Episode 6- Speaking Part 1- 'Work'","description":"<p>In this episode of the IELTS-Help.com podcast, I discuss 6 frequently-asked questions on the topic of work and give sample answers for each question at a Band 6.0 or slightly higher. I also offer some suggestions about how to answer the questions.</p><p><br></p><p>Here are some typical questions you may get asked about work:</p><p><br></p><p>1.\tDo you work or study? (or both?)</p><p>o\tThis is usually the opening question to establish your current situation</p><p>2.\tWhat do you do? (or What's your job?)</p><p>3.\tHow long have you been working there?</p><p>4.\tWhat do you like most about your job?</p><p>5.\tWhat are the main challenges in your work?</p><p>6.\tDo you think you'll stay in this job for a long time?</p><p>7.\tWhat skills are most important for your job?</p><p><br></p><p>Things to keep in mind when answering:</p><ul><li>try to use full sentences. Avoid single word answers.</li><li>use a range of vocabulary and try not to repeat words</li><li>structure your answers using connective or linking language</li><li>try to manage the way you speak. Focus on your pronunciation, stress, intontation and fluency.</li><li>speak with enthusiasm and energy.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Thankyou for listening to the episode and I hope you found it informative and instructive.</p><p><br></p><p>Leave a comment or suggestions for future episodes.</p><p><br></p><p>Keep studying, practising, keep improving!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Links</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>IELTS website:</strong> www.ielts.org</p><p><strong>IELTS Help website:</strong> IELTS-Help.com</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>cheers!</p><p><br></p><p>Locky</p>","author_name":"Lachlan Easom"}