On the job

On the job

1. Vocabulary

   • Federal tax
   • Medicare
   • Social Security
   • Net pay
   • Deductions
   • Gross pay
   • Hourly rate
   • Pay period

2. Life stories

   • A New Job for Tony Tony Sousa started his new job a month ago. He is assistant manager in a office. He has to be on time for work and wear a shirt and tie. On the first day, he learned how to use the different photocopiers and the fax machine. For the first month, he listened carefully to instructions from his boss, and he asked for hel with the computer. Now he helps other people.

3. Grammar

   • 1. Rob MIGHT GET a raise. 2. Rob MIGHT GET a bigger office. 3. Rob thinks it MIGHT HELP to wear a new suit. 4. His wife says a red suite MIGHT NOT BE good. 5. She say a blue suit MIGHT BE better. 6. Rob thinks his wife MIGHT BE right.

4. Every day conversations

   • A: Sharon, could you file these letters, please? B: Of course! A: Jay, could you make three photocopies of this, please? B: Sure, Mrs. Patel. Did you say three copies? A: yes, three copies. A: Gloria, could you type this letter, please? B: No problem. When do you need it? A: As soon as possible. Thanks. A: Kenji, could you send this fax, please? B: Yes, I’ll do it right away.

5. Real-Life Readings

   • Starting a New Job It’s normal to be nervous when you start a new job. But a new job is also a great opportunity to learn and develop new skills. There are some things you can do to help you do well in a new job. Ask your co-workers for help. It’s okay if you don’t understand something. Ask for help to show that you want to learn. And then you can help others! Show a positive attitude. Be polite and try to be helpful to co-workers and customers. Don’t forget to mile! Look for ways to solve problems. When you see a problem, try to think of a solution. This shows that you want to improve you workplace. Employers like people with positive attitudes. All of these skills will help you in a job, new or old. They can make you better employee and help you get a great job evaluation.

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