A: For a while I was a little unsure of what I wanted to do. However, I feel I'm really fortunate because I've got a few skills and talents that I could use to launch different potential careers. After trying many different positions in different lines of work, I now know that the job you offer is what I definitely want to do.
I knew I wanted to be in the fashion business, but I wasn't sure which part of it was suitable for me. To find out, I tried working in different positions at a few fashion companies. Now I'm absolutely certain that this job is what I want.
當面試官問"Why do you change your jobs so often?" 回答時,
可以強調你換工作的目的是為了尋找學習機會或專業成長。
盡量避免批評過去的公司或主管,也不要只強調個人的短期利益。
可以強調職業成長、學習機會以及與新公司的長期匹配性,並避免負面或模糊的回答。
以下可以根據你的實際情況進行選回答:
*Why do you change your jobs so often? 你為何經常換工作? *What are you expecting from this job? 你期待從這份工作當中獲得什麼? *Do you see any important trends in our industry? 你在我們這個產業裡有看見任何重要趨勢嗎? *Why did you leave your last job? 你上一個工作的離職原因為何? *How has your education prepared you for the job? 你所受的教育跟這份工作有何關連? 這些基本問題你都會回答嗎? 該怎麼回答才有加分效果,而不是讓雇主臉上多出三條線? 本書教你以最簡潔道地的英文,做出最得體的應對,前進外商不再是夢!
It was fortunatethat no one was hurt in the accident. 幸好沒有人在這起意外當中受傷。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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talent
[ˋtælənt]
n. 天才
Mary has a talent for drawing.
瑪莉有繪畫天分。
Mary is talented in drawing.
瑪莉有繪畫天分。
多益綠色
英檢初級
高中 Level 3
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launch
[lɔntʃ]
.vt. 發動(活動);發射(火箭、飛彈);發表(新書、新作品、新產品)
n. 發表會;(船)首次下水出航;(火箭)首次發射升空
三態
launched / launched
=
fire
To launch a legal demonstration, you must first obtain permission from the local government.
想要發起合法遊行,你們得先向地方政府申請許可。
The space shuttle exploded soon after it was launched.
太空梭發射不久後便爆炸了。
The troops launched missiles at the battleground, causing heavy casualties.
軍隊朝戰場發射了幾枚飛彈,造成嚴重的傷亡。
Emma plans to launch her new novel next year.
艾瑪計劃在明年推出新的小說。
The author herself will show up at the book launch ceremony.
作家本人會在她的新書發表會上現身。
The astronauts were strapped in before the launch.
太空人在火箭發射前繫好安全帶。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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potential
[pəˋtɛnʃəl]
n. 潛力
a. 潛在的
Howard has the potential to become one of the best centers in the basketball league.
霍華德有潛力成為該籃球聯盟裡其中一位頂尖的中鋒。
The earlier you identify potential problems, the sooner you can take action to avoid them.
你越早發現那些潛在的問題,就能越快採取行動去避免它們發生。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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suitable
[ˋsutəb!]
adj. 適當的
This village is a suitable place to retire.
這村莊是個很適合退休的地方。
I’m afraid this novel is not suitable for your children.
恐怕這本小說並不適合你的孩子閱讀。
多益綠色
英檢中級
高中 Level 2
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absolutely
[ˋæbsə͵lutlɪ]
adv. 絕對的,完全的
=
completely
It is absolutely impossible to swim across the ocean.
想要游過那片海洋是絕對不可能的。
多益綠色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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aspiration
[͵æspəˋreʃən]
n. 熱望,志向;渴望達到的目標
What's our aspiration point for this negotiation?
我們這次談判的目標是什麼?
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crucial
[ˋkruʃəl]
a. 決定性的,重要的
=
critical
=
vital
It is crucial that the doctor (should) perform an immediate operation on the badly injured man.
醫師立即為這名嚴重受傷的人動手術是很重要的。
Your dedication is very crucial to the success of our company.
你的奉獻對本公司的成功來說極為重要。
Your dedication plays a crucial role in the success of our company.
你的奉獻對本公司的成功來說極為重要。
多益藍色
英檢中高
高中 Level 5
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fulfillment
[fʊlˋfɪlmənt]
n. 實現;成就(感)(= fulfilment〔英〕)
=
achievement
=
accomplishment
=
realization
The release of this book marks the fulfillment of a lifelong ambition.
出版這本書代表實現了一生的抱負。
Being a doctor gives me a sense offulfillment.
當醫生讓我有成就感。
高中 Level 4
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broaden
[ˋbrɔdn]
vt. . 拓寬;擴大(眼界)
=
widen
To bring more visitors in, the city government
decided to broaden the road that led to the seaside
resort.
為了吸引更多觀光客前來,市府決定拓寬通往該海濱度假勝
地的道路。
The scholar’s informative speech really broadened
my horizons.
這位學者資訊豐富的演說真令我開了眼界。
高中 Level 6
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contribution
[͵kɑntrəˋbjuʃən]
n. 捐獻;貢獻
Any contribution, large or small, will be appreciated.
任何捐獻,不論金額大小,我們都感激。
The ceasefire agreement would certainly make a great contributionto peace in that area.
該停火協定肯定會對該區的和平有重大貢獻。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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valuable
[ˋvæljʊəb!]
adj. 值錢的,貴重的;有價值的,有用的
=
useful
=
helpful
=
expensive
Gold is considered more valuable than silver.
一般認為黃金比白銀來得值錢。
I’d like to thank you for your valuable advice.
我很感謝你寶貴的意見。
多益綠色
英檢中級
高中 Level 2
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insight
[ˋɪn͵saɪt]
n. 洞察力(不可數);深入理解,深刻見解
Eric is a man of greatinsight.
艾瑞克是個很有洞察力的人。
Amy Tan’s novels give an insight into the lives of Chinese Americans living in the US.
譚艾美的小說帶我們深入了解華裔美國人在美國的生活。
高中 Level 5
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diverse
[daɪˋvɝs]
a. 多樣的
=
various
New York is well-known for its diverse cultures.
紐約因其多元文化著稱。
多益藍色
英檢中高
高中 Level 4
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personally
[ˋpɝsn!ɪ]
adv. 就個人而言
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relocation
[riloˋkeʃən]
n. 遷移
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contribute
[kənˋtrɪbjut]
vt. 捐助,貢獻 & vi. 促成,導致(與介詞 to 並用)
The generous man contributed a large sum of money to charity.
這位慷慨人士捐了一大筆錢給慈善事業。
Hard work alone does not necessarily contribute to success.
光靠努力不一定就會成功。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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restructuring
[riˋstrʌktʃərɪŋ]
n. 重建;改組
The QC division needs a top-tobottom restructuring.
品管部門需要徹底重組。
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align
[əˋlaɪn]
vt. . 與……聯合 / 結盟;使成一直線,對準 / 齊
A lot of politicians aligned themselves with this presidential candidate because many members of the American public supported him.
許多政治人物都支持這位總統候選人,因為許多美國民眾支持他。
The volunteers carefully aligned the chairs in the hall in preparation for the famous novelist’s speech tomorrow.
志工小心翼翼地把大廳裡的椅子對齊好,為明天知名小說家的演講做準備。
高中 Level 5
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ambition
[æmˋbɪʃən]
n. 野心,抱負
=
drive
Mike’s ambition is to become the chess champion.
麥可的野心是成為西洋棋冠軍。
A man with great ambition is more likely to succeed. 有遠大抱負的人較容易成功。
多益綠色
英檢中級
高中 Level 3
Practical Phrases
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contribute to N/V-ing
促成/有助於⋯⋯
= result in
= give rise to
Clear communication among team members contributes to the success of a project.
團隊成員之間的清楚溝通有助於專案的成功。