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
yoy 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 smile! Look for ways to solve
problems. When you see a problem, try to think of a solution.
This shows that you want to improve your workplace.
Employees like people with positive attitudes. All of these skills
will help you in any job, new or old. They can make you a better
employee and help you get a great job evaluation.
VOCABULARY
Federal tax
Deductions
Pay period
Medicare
Gross pay
Social security
Hourly rate
Net pay
LIFE STORIES
A new Job for Tony Tony Sousa started his new job a month ago.
He is an assistant manager in an 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 help with the computer. Now he helps other people.
What did he need help with?
The computer
What is Tony´s job?
He is an assistant
manager.
What does he wear to work?
A shirt and tie.
Who gave Tony instructions?
The boss
EVERYDAY
CONVERSATION
1. A: Sharon, could you file these letters, please?
B: Of course! Questions: What does the woman
wants Sharon to do? File letters.
2. A: Kenji, could you send this fax, please?
B: Yes, I´ll do it right away. Question:
When will Kenji send the fax? Right away