✨Part 2: An interesting job
- What it is
- Why it is interesting
- What is needed for this job
Though I haven’t had much job experience, I can tell you about an exciting job that I took last year. I was offered the position of translator for university and college representatives at a study abroad fair here in Ho Chi Minh city.
I was reconnecting with a friend of mine when she told me I had an opportunity to meet these amazing people from across the world. I wholeheartedly agree that that was the primary factor for why I was so drawn to the job. At the fair, I was fortunate enough to get to know two incredible educators, both of whom are from Portugal. They shared with me about their friendship, the places they've been to and the people they've met from across cultures. It opened my eyes a lot after speaking with them. At the same time, taking the job was a leap of faith for me. I had never been able to strike up a conversation with foreigners before, and the experience helped me realize that it wasn't too intimidating after all. Knowing that, it still required a lot of courage and confidence from me in the beginning, aside from English and note-taking skills of course. Afterwards, I was very proud of myself for being able to face that challenge and push through it. It was a valuable experience for me on my journey of self-improvement.
All in all, the experience is invaluable to me. Aside from the payment, I was able to make interesting friends and step out of my comfort zone.
• experience: /ɪkˈspɪriəns/ - (n) - kinh nghiệm, sự trải nghiệm
• representatives: /ˌrɛprɪˈzɛntətɪvz/ - (n) - nhà đại diện, người đại diện
• opportunity: /ˌɑːpərˈtuːnəti/ - (n) - cơ hội
• across: /əˈkrɒs/ - (prep, adv) - qua, băng qua
• drawn: /drɔːn/ - (v) (past participle) - vẽ, kéo (hình vẽ)
• wholeheartedly: /ˌhəʊlhɑːˈtɛdli/ - (adj) (past participle) - toàn tâm toàn ý, thành thật
• fortunate: /ˈfɔːrtʃənət/ - (adj) (past participle) - may mắn, sung sướng
• incredible: /ɪnˈkrɛdəbl/ - (adj) (past participle) - đáng kinh ngạc, khó tin
• cultures: /ˈkʌltʃəz/ - (n) - văn hóa
• conversation: /ˌkɒnvəˈseɪʃən/ - (n) - cuộc trò chuyện
• foreigners: /ˈfɒrɪnəz/ - (n) - người nước ngoài
• intimidating: /ɪnˈtɪmɪdeɪtɪŋ/ - (adj) (present participle) - đáng sợ, khiếp đảm
• courage: /ˈkʌrɪdʒ/ - (n) - lòng can đảm, sự dũng cảm
• confidence: /ˈkɒnfɪdəns/ - (n) - lòng tin tưởng, sự tự tin
• journey: /ˈdʒɜːni/ - (n) - hành trình, chuyến đi
• self-improvement: /sɛlf ɪmˈpruːvmənt/ - (n) - tự cải thiện, tự hoàn thiện
• invaluable: /ɪnˈvæljuəbl/ - (adj) (past participle) - vô giá, rất quý giá
Part 3
✨What kinds of jobs do young people in Vietnam like to do? Why ?
From my point of view, young people in Vietnam are inclined towards a variety of jobs. Many aspire to work in sectors such as technology, engineering, finance, and healthcare. The rapid growth of the technology industry and the increasing demand for digital skills have made jobs in software development, data analysis, and cybersecurity particularly appealing. Moreover, careers in finance offer opportunities for professional growth and financial stability. The healthcare sector is also gaining popularity as young people are drawn to careers that contribute to the well-being of others and provide job security. In short, jobs that young people in Vietnam prefer tend to be in sectors such as technology, engineering, finance, and healthcare. The rapid growth of these industries, coupled with the demand for digital skills and opportunities for professional growth, make them attractive career choices.
• inclined: /ɪnˈklaɪnd/ - (adj) - thiên về, có khuynh hướng
• healthcare: /ˈhelθkeər/ - (n) - chăm sóc sức khỏe
• cybersecurity: /ˈsaɪbərˌsɛkjʊrəti/ - (n) - an ninh mạng
• opportunities: /ˌɒpəˈtjuːnɪtiz/ - (n) - cơ hội
• professional: /prəˈfɛʃənəl/ - (adj, n) - chuyên nghiệp, nhà nghiên cứu chuyên môn
• stability: /stəˈbɪlɪti/ - (n) - sự ổn định, tính ổn định
• popularity: /ˌpɒpjʊˈlærəti/ - (n) - sự phổ biến, tính phổ biến
• well-being: /ˌwɛlˈbiːɪŋ/ - (n) - sự phúc lợi, tình trạng tốt của cơ thể và tâm trí
• security: /sɪˈkjʊərɪti/ - (n) - an ninh, sự bảo mật
• sectors: /ˈsɛktəz/ - (n) - lĩnh vực, ngành nghề
• attractive: /əˈtræktɪv/ - (adj) - hấp dẫn, có sức lôi cuốn
✨Do you think people liked the same types of jobs in the past?
In my view, the job preferences of people in the past may have differed to some extent from those of the present. Technological advancements and changes in societal needs have led to the emergence of new industries and job opportunities. In the past, traditional occupations such as farming, manufacturing, and manual labor held more prominence due to the agrarian and industrial nature of society. However, as Vietnam has undergone significant economic development and modernization, young people now have a wider range of career options, including those in the service sector, technology, and knowledge-based industries. To wrap things up, the types of jobs people liked in the past may have differed from those preferred today. Traditional occupations related to agriculture and manufacturing held prominence, but economic development and modernization have opened up new career options in the service sector, technology, and knowledge-based industries.
• advancements: /ədˈvɑːnsmənts/ - (n) - sự tiến bộ, sự cải tiến
• societal: /səˈsaɪətəl/ - (adj) - thuộc về xã hội, xã hội hóa
• emergence: /ɪˈmɜːdʒəns/ - (n) - sự nổi lên, sự xuất hiện
• occupations: /ˌɒkjʊˈpeɪʃənz/ - (n) - nghề nghiệp, công việc
• manufacturing: /ˌmænjʊˈfæktʃərɪŋ/ - (n) - sản xuất, chế tạo
• prominence: /ˈprɒmɪnəns/ - (n) - tính nổi bật, sự xuất sắc
• agrarian: /əˈɡreəriən/ - (adj) - thuộc về nông nghiệp, ruộng đất
• undergone: /ˌʌndəˈɡəʊn/ - (v) - trải qua, trải nghiệm
• modernization: /ˌmɒdənaɪˈzeɪʃən/ - (n) - hiện đại hóa, sự đổi mới
• knowledge-based: /ˈnɒlɪdʒbeɪst/ - (adj) - dựa trên kiến thức, chuyên môn
• agriculture: /ˈæɡrɪkʌltʃə/ - (n) - nông nghiệp, nghề nông
• sector: /ˈsɛktər/ - (n) - lĩnh vực, ngành nghề, khu vực, phân khúc
✨What kinds of jobs will be popular in the future?
Jobs that are likely to be popular in the future are those related to technology and innovation. Roles in fields such as artificial intelligence, data science, cybersecurity, renewable energy, robotics, and virtual reality are expected to be in high demand. Additionally, jobs in healthcare, sustainable development, and creative industries are likely to flourish as well. From my point of view, in the future, jobs related to technology and innovation, such as artificial intelligence, data science, cybersecurity, renewable energy, and creative industries, are expected to be popular as well as roles in healthcare, sustainable development, and robotics are likely to thrive.
• innovation: /ˌɪnəˈveɪʃən/ - (n) - sự đổi mới, sáng tạo, cách mạng hóa
• artificial intelligence: /ˌɑːtɪˌfɪʃəl ɪnˈtelɪdʒəns/ - (n) - trí tuệ nhân tạo
• cybersecurity: /ˈsaɪbərˌsɛkjʊrəti/ - (n) - an ninh mạng
• renewable: /rɪˈnjuːəbl/ - (adj) - có thể tái tạo được, sử dụng được nhiều lần
• Additionally: /əˈdɪʃənəli/ - (adv) - thêm vào đó, ngoài ra
• sustainable: /səˈsteɪnəbl/ - (adj) - bền vững, có thể duy trì được
• creative: /kriːˈeɪtɪv/ - (adj) - sáng tạo, đầy sáng tạo
• robotics: /rəʊˈbɒtɪks/ - (n) - ngành robot học
• thrive: /θraɪv/ - (v) - phát triển mạnh, phồn thịnh
✨What skills should be taught at school to prepare young people for their future career?
Schools should focus on equipping young people with a combination of technical and soft skills. Technical skills may include computer programming, digital literacy, data analysis, and critical thinking. Soft skills such as communication, problem-solving, teamwork, adaptability, and creativity are equally important as they enable individuals to navigate an evolving job market and collaborate effectively. On the whole, schools should teach a combination of technical and soft skills to prepare young people for their future careers. Technical skills like programming, digital literacy, and data analysis are crucial, as are soft skills like communication, problem-solving, teamwork, adaptability, and creativity.
• combination: /ˌkɒmbɪˈneɪʃən/ - (n) - sự kết hợp, sự phối hợp
• include: /ɪnˈkluːd/ - (v) - bao gồm, gồm có
• critical: /ˈkrɪtɪkəl/ - (adj) - quan trọng, chủ yếu, khó khăn
• adaptability: /əˌdæptəˈbɪləti/ - (n) - tính thích nghi, sự thích ứng
• creativity: /kriːeɪˈtɪvəti/ - (n) - sự sáng tạo, tính sáng tạo
• navigate: /ˈnævɪɡeɪt/ - (v) - điều hướng, chỉ đường
• collaborate: /kəˈlæbəreɪt/ - (v) - hợp tác, cộng tác
• combination: /ˌkɒmbɪˈneɪʃən/ - (n) - sự kết hợp, sự phối hợp
• literacy: /ˈlɪtərəsi/ - (n) - sự biết đọc biết viết, văn hóa đọc
• crucial: /ˈkruːʃəl/ - (adj) - quan trọng, cốt yếu
• problem-solving: /ˈprɒbləmˌsɒlvɪŋ/ - (n) - giải quyết vấn đề, giải quyết khó khăn
✨When should young people start to think about their future career?
Young people should start thinking about their future career during their teenage years or even earlier. It is beneficial for them to explore different career options, gain exposure to various industries, and develop a sense of their interests and passions. Early career exploration allows individuals to make informed decisions, set goals, and plan their educational and professional pathways effectively. To wind things up, young people should start thinking about their future careers during their teenage years or even earlier. Exploring different career options, gaining exposure to various industries, and developing a sense of interests and passions early on can help them make informed decisions and plan their educational and professional pathways effectively.
• beneficial: /ˌbɛnɪˈfɪʃəl/ - (adj) - có ích, có lợi
• exposure: /ɪkˈspəʊʒə(r)/ - (n) - sự tiếp xúc, sự phơi bày
• exploration: /ˌɛkspləˈreɪʃən/ - (n) - sự khám phá, sự thám hiểm
• decisions: /dɪˈsɪʒənz/ - (n) - quyết định, sự ra quyết định
• informed: /ɪnˈfɔːmd/ - (adj) - có thông tin, có kiến thức
• effectively: /ɪˈfektɪvli/ - (adv) - hiệu quả, một cách hiệu quả
✨What factors influence the career decision of young people?
Several factors influence the career decisions of young people. These may include personal interests, talents, values, family influence, societal expectations, economic factors, and educational experiences. While school plays a significant role in providing academic knowledge and guidance, it is not the sole determining factor. Factors such as personal aspirations, exposure to different industries, mentorship, and practical experiences outside of school also shape career decisions. To put it bluntly, several factors influence the career decisions of young people, including personal interests, talents, values, family influence, societal expectations, economic factors, and educational experiences. While school plays a role, it is not the sole determining factor.
• factors: /ˈfæktəz/ - (n) - yếu tố, nhân tố
• talents: /ˈtælənts/ - (n) - tài năng, năng khiếu
• expectations: /ˌekspekˈteɪʃənz/ - (n) - kỳ vọng, mong đợi
• guidance: /ˈɡaɪdəns/ - (n) - sự hướng dẫn, sự chỉ đạo
• determining: /dɪˈtɜːmɪnɪŋ/ - (v) - xác định, quyết định, làm sáng tỏ, định hình
• mentorship: /ˈmɛntəʃɪp/ - (n) - sự hướng dẫn, sự giúp đỡ của người có kinh nghiệm hơn đối với người mới bắt đầu
• expectations: /ˌekspekˈteɪʃənz/ - (n) - kỳ vọng, mong đợi về điều gì đó sẽ xảy ra hoặc được thực hiện
✨Do you think school is the biggest factor?
No, I don't think school is necessarily the biggest factor in influencing the career decisions of young people. While school plays a significant role in providing education, guidance, and exposure to various subjects, it is just one of the many factors that shape a person's career choices. Personal interests, talents, family influence, societal expectations, economic factors, and practical experiences outside of school also play important roles in influencing career decisions. Ultimately, it is a combination of these factors that helps individuals determine their career paths.
✨What do you think is an interesting job?
In my opinion, an interesting job can vary from person to person as individual preferences differ. However, generally speaking, an interesting job is one that aligns with a person's passion and allows them to utilize their strengths and skills. It may involve engaging tasks, opportunities for growth and learning, meaningful impact, and a sense of fulfillment. Ultimately, an interesting job is one that brings joy, satisfaction, and a sense of purpose to the individual.
✨Do you think salary is more important than job satisfaction?
The importance of salary versus job satisfaction is subjective and depends on individual priorities and circumstances. While a good salary is necessary to meet financial needs and provide stability, job satisfaction plays a vital role in overall well-being and long-term career fulfillment. Striking a balance between both aspects is ideal, as it ensures a reasonable income while enjoying the work one does. It's essential to find a job that offers a combination of both, but the weight given to each factor varies from person to person. Overall, salary and job satisfaction both hold importance, but their significance varies from person to person. While a good salary is necessary for financial stability, job satisfaction contributes to overall well-being and long-term career fulfillment. Striking a balance between both is ideal.
• satisfaction: /ˌsætɪsˈfækʃən/ - (n) - sự hài lòng, sự thỏa mãn, sự làm hài lòng
• priorities: /praɪˈɔːrətiz/ - (n) - sự ưu tiên, mức độ ưu tiên cao hơn, sự quan trọng hơn
• circumstances: /ˈsɜːrkəmstænsɪz/ - (n) - hoàn cảnh, tình huống, điều kiện, tình thế
• stability: /stəˈbɪləti/ - (n) - sự ổn định, tính ổn định, độ chắc chắn, sự vững chắc
• well-being: /ˌwɛlˈbiːɪŋ/ - (n) - sự khỏe mạnh, sự an toàn, sự hạnh phúc, tình trạng tốt của cơ thể và tâm trí
• long-term: /ˌlɔːŋˈtɜːrm/ - (adj) - dài hạn, lâu dài, kéo dài trong thời gian dài
• reasonable: /ˈriːznəbl/ - (adj) - hợp lý, có lý do, chấp nhận được, không quá đáng
• essential: /ɪˈsɛnʃəl/ - (adj) - cần thiết, quan trọng, không thể thiếu được, bắt buộc phải có
• importance: /ɪmˈpɔːrtəns/ - (n) - sự quan trọng, giá trị quan trọng, tầm quan trọng
• significance: /sɪɡˈnɪfɪkəns/ - (n) - ý nghĩa, tầm quan trọng, giá trị quan trọng, sự quan trọng
• contributes: /kənˈtrɪbjuts/ - (v) - đóng góp, góp phần, giúp ích, cùng phát triển
• striking: /ˈstraɪkɪŋ/ - (adj) - ấn tượng, nổi bật, đáng chú ý, gây ấn tượng mạnh.
✨Should companies care about the well-being of their employees?
Absolutely, companies should prioritize the well-being of their employees. Prioritizing employee well-being creates a positive work environment, increases job satisfaction, and enhances productivity. Companies can show care for their employees by providing work-life balance, opportunities for professional growth, fair compensation, mental health support, flexible working arrangements, and a safe and inclusive workplace. Taking care of employee well-being also helps with talent retention, attracts new talent, and contributes to the overall success and reputation of the company.
• Prioritizing: /praɪˈɔːrɪtaɪzɪŋ/ - (v) - ưu tiên, xác định mức độ ưu tiên cao hơn, sắp xếp theo thứ tự ưu tiên
• environment: /ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt/ - (n) - môi trường, hoàn cảnh xung quanh, điều kiện sống
• productivity: /ˌproʊdʌkˈtɪvəti/ - (n) - năng suất, hiệu quả sản xuất, sự sản xuất nhiều hơn
• compensation: /ˌkɑːmpənˈseɪʃən/ - (n) - bồi thường, đền bù, tiền thù lao
• flexible: /ˈflɛksəbl/ - (adj) - linh hoạt, dễ dàng thay đổi hoặc thích nghi, có tính linh hoạt
• arrangements: /əˈreɪndʒmənts/ - (n) - sự sắp xếp, sự sắp đặt, kế hoạch, thỏa thuận
• retention: /rɪˈtɛnʃən/ - (n) - sự giữ lại, sự giữ gìn, sự bảo tồn, sự duy trì
• reputation: /ˌrɛpjʊˈteɪʃən/ - (n) - danh tiếng, uy tín, tiếng tăm, sự nổi tiếng tốt.
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