11 Read the statements and write A (agree) or D (disagree). Give specific examples to support your opinions. A client is always right.
Compete more effectively than your rivals.
We should work together in order to
maximum effectiveness.
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1. Running your personnel is a strategic process.
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2. Americans say, “We act, do not plan”.
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3. HR means to contribute in different ways.
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4. Your HR department should function without
fanfare.
5. You should give people training in key skills
pertaining to their current roles.
12 Read the template and write a cover letter for one of the vacancies below. You may use the words from the box. le us ng
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Your name
Mailing address
City, district and zip
Contact number(s)
Email
Today’s date
Your addressee’s name
Professional title
Organization name
Mailing address
Zip code
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significant document in the application procedure. It is presented together with CV
or resume. It is also called motivation letter which is the basis on which any organization selects their employees! Dear Mr. (or Ms.) last name,
Opening paragraph: Hook the employer with something that catches his/her attention (for example: who
referred to you or their need for your special skills). Name the job you want (use a specific job title).
Body paragraph: It should consist of one or two short paragraphs that make convincing points about your
qualifications. Use the language in the job advertisement if possible (for example: «You are looking for
a student who has experience with Excel and Access. I worked for one year as a student assistant in the
Consulting center. While I was there, I created an Excel database for the Interpreter Training Programme
and later converted it to Access»).
Closing paragraph: Mention that your resume is enclosed. Say you would like to arrange an interview and
when you will contact the employer to schedule an appointment.
Sincerely,
Your name
Your address
Your telephone number
Your email address and/or fax number
Medical assistant, cashier, administrative manager, primary school teacher
attract, impressed, instilled, motivated, collaborated, communicated, deal with,
discipline, variety, develop, skills, experienced, desperately, quality, advantage,
positive, will, purpose, potential, focused, clear, succinct, real, prospective
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