Entrevista boas vindas

 

Introducing Myself – Senior Active Directory Analyst

Good morning, everyone!

First of all, I would like to thank you for welcoming me to the company. My name is [Name], and I am very happy to join the IT team as a Senior Active Directory Analyst.

I have professional experience in IT infrastructure, identity management and directory services. During my career, I have worked with Active Directory environments, user accounts, security groups, access permissions and authentication processes.

My main responsibilities include managing and maintaining Active Directory services, creating and managing user accounts, reviewing access permissions and helping to solve technical problems related to authentication and security.

I also have experience working with IT teams to improve security, protect company information and make sure that systems work correctly. I believe that security, organisation and good communication are very important in this area.

As a professional, I consider myself responsible, organised and proactive. I enjoy solving problems, learning new technologies and sharing knowledge with other professionals.

In my new position, I hope to contribute my technical experience, support the team and help improve the company's IT infrastructure and security processes.

I am also looking forward to learning more about the company's systems, meeting my new colleagues and understanding the main challenges of the IT department.

I believe that teamwork and communication are essential for achieving good results. I am always open to new ideas, suggestions and opportunities to improve my skills.

Thank you for your time. I am excited about this new opportunity, and I look forward to working with all of you!

Questions from the Manager – Employee Benefits (Nivel B1)

Perguntas feitas pelo chefe ou gerente para descobrir o que o novo funcionário pensa sobre os benefícios oferecidos pela empresa. Cada pergunta inclui uma resposta completa de exemplo em inglês.

1. General opinions about benefits

1. What do you think about the benefits package we offer?

I think it is very attractive because it includes several important benefits. I especially appreciate the health insurance and meal vouchers.

2. Which company benefit do you consider the most important?

I consider health insurance the most important benefit because it helps employees take care of their health and feel more secure.

3. Are you satisfied with the benefits we currently offer?

Yes, I am quite satisfied. I think the company offers good benefits, and they can make a big difference in employees' quality of life.

4. Do you think our benefits are competitive compared to other companies?

Yes, I believe they are competitive. Many companies offer similar benefits, but I think having several options makes this company attractive.

5. Is there any benefit that you find particularly useful?

Yes, I find the transportation allowance very useful because I need to travel to the office every day. It helps me reduce my monthly expenses.

2. Health and well-being

6. How important is private health insurance to you?

It is extremely important because private medical services can be expensive. Having health insurance gives me more security and makes it easier to visit doctors.

7. Would you be interested in participating in our wellness programmes?

Yes, definitely. I enjoy physical activities, and I think wellness programmes can help employees improve their health and reduce stress.

8. Do you think dental insurance is an important benefit?

Yes, I do. Dental treatments can be expensive, so having dental insurance is a good way to save money and maintain good oral health.

9. Would you use a company benefit that supports mental health?

Yes, I would. I think mental health is just as important as physical health, especially when people have stressful jobs.

3. Financial benefits

10. Do you think our meal vouchers are enough to cover your daily food expenses?

I think they are helpful, but perhaps the company could increase the monthly amount in the future. Food prices have increased a lot recently.

11. How important is transportation assistance for you?

It is very important because transportation is one of my main monthly expenses. This benefit helps me save money.

12. Would you prefer a higher salary or additional company benefits?

I would probably prefer a higher salary, but I also understand the importance of additional benefits. Ideally, I would like to have both.

13. Do you think performance bonuses are a good way to motivate employees?

Yes, I think they are a good way to motivate people because employees feel that their hard work is recognised and rewarded.

14. What other financial benefits would you like the company to offer?

I would appreciate a yearly bonus or financial support for professional courses. These benefits could help employees save money and develop their careers.

4. Work-life balance

15. How important is flexible working time to you?

It is very important because it helps me organise my personal and professional responsibilities. I believe flexible schedules can also improve productivity.

16. Would you prefer working from home or in the office?

I prefer a hybrid system because I enjoy meeting my colleagues at the office, but working from home saves time and gives me more flexibility.

17. Do you think additional vacation days would improve employee satisfaction?

Yes, I think so. People need time to rest, travel and spend time with their families. More vacation days could improve motivation.

18. How would you benefit from having a better work-life balance?

I would have more time for my family, hobbies and physical activities. I believe I would also feel more motivated and productive at work.

5. Suggestions and improvements

19. Is there any benefit that you think we should improve?

I think the company could improve its educational support programme. For example, it could offer more financial assistance for university courses and language classes.

20. If you could introduce one new benefit, what would it be?

I would introduce a monthly allowance for physical activities, such as gym memberships, swimming lessons or sports classes.

21. What kind of benefits would make you feel more motivated at work?

I would feel more motivated if the company offered professional development opportunities, performance bonuses and flexible working hours.

22. Do you think employees should have a say in choosing company benefits?

Yes, absolutely. Employees have different needs, so I think it would be a good idea to ask them which benefits they prefer.

23. Would you be interested in receiving a monthly allowance instead of some traditional benefits?

Yes, I would be interested because it would give me more freedom to decide how to spend the money according to my needs.

24. What could the company do to make employees feel more valued?

The company could recognise employees' achievements, offer opportunities for professional growth and listen to their suggestions. Small actions can make a big difference.

25. Overall, how would you evaluate our benefits programme?

Overall, I would give it a very positive evaluation. The company offers several useful benefits, and I appreciate the effort to support employees' personal and professional lives.

6. Useful expressions for giving opinions

English	Português
In my opinion...	Na minha opinião...
I strongly believe that...	Acredito firmemente que...
I really appreciate...	Eu realmente valorizo...
I would prefer...	Eu preferiria...
I would rather have...	Eu preferiria ter...
I find it very useful.	Considero isso muito útil.
It makes a big difference.	Faz uma grande diferença.
It helps me save money.	Ajuda-me a economizar dinheiro.
It improves my quality of life.	Melhora minha qualidade de vida.
I would suggest introducing...	Eu sugeriria implementar...
It could be improved.	Poderia ser melhorado.
It meets my expectations.	Atende às minhas expectativas.
It is worth considering.	Vale a pena considerar.
I would definitely benefit from it.	Certamente me beneficiaria disso.
It would make employees feel valued.	Faria os funcionários se sentirem valorizados.

Sugestão para a conversação: peça ao aluno para responder às perguntas como se estivesse numa reunião individual com o chefe (one-to-one meeting). Incentive-o a justificar suas opiniões, comparar benefícios e apresentar pelo menos três sugestões de melhorias.

Conversation: Profissões e mundo do trabalho

 

Vocabulário: Profissões e mundo do trabalho

English – Portuguese

Nível B1

1. Vocabulário – Profissões e carreira

Inglês	Português
1. Profession	Profissão
2. Job	Emprego / trabalho
3. Salary	Salário
4. Experience	Experiência
5. Training	Formação / treinamento
6. Job interview	Entrevista de emprego
7. Résumé / CV	Currículo
8. Company	Empresa
9. Boss	Chefe
10. Coworker	Colega de trabalho
11. Skills	Habilidades
12. Responsibility	Responsabilidade
13. Unemployment	Desemprego
14. Opportunity	Oportunidade
15. Promotion	Promoção
16. Working hours	Jornada de trabalho
17. Work environment	Ambiente de trabalho
18. Financial stability	Estabilidade financeira
19. Retirement	Aposentadoria
20. Professional development	Desenvolvimento profissional

2. Frases de exemplo

1. It is important to have professional experience to get a good job.
É importante ter experiência profissional para conseguir um bom emprego.

2. Many people look for a job that offers financial stability.
Muitas pessoas procuram um trabalho que ofereça estabilidade financeira.

3. My boss offered me an opportunity to develop new skills.
Meu chefe me ofereceu uma oportunidade para desenvolver novas habilidades.

4. A good work environment can increase employees' motivation.
Um bom ambiente de trabalho pode aumentar a motivação dos funcionários.

5. In the future, I would like to get a promotion and earn a better salary.
No futuro, eu gostaria de conseguir uma promoção e ganhar um salário melhor.

3. Expressões úteis para conversar

Inglês	Português
1. To look for a job	Procurar emprego
2. To earn a good salary	Ganhar um bom salário
3. To have professional experience	Ter experiência profissional
4. To be self-employed	Trabalhar por conta própria
5. To get a promotion	Conseguir uma promoção
6. To be satisfied with your job	Estar satisfeito com seu trabalho
7. To develop new skills	Desenvolver novas habilidades
8. To apply for a job	Candidatar-se a uma vaga
9. To get fired	Ser demitido
10. To quit a job	Pedir demissão
11. To work overtime	Fazer horas extras
12. To meet a deadline	Cumprir um prazo
13. To work under pressure	Trabalhar sob pressão
14. To gain experience	Adquirir experiência
15. To make a living	Ganhar a vida

4. Expressões para dar opiniões e argumentar

Inglês	Português
In my opinion...	Na minha opinião...
From my point of view...	Do meu ponto de vista...
I believe that...	Eu acredito que...
I think that...	Eu acho que...
I agree because...	Eu concordo porque...
I disagree because...	Eu discordo porque...
I consider that...	Eu considero que...
On the one hand...	Por um lado...
On the other hand...	Por outro lado...
It depends on the situation.	Depende da situação.
I would rather...	Eu preferiria...
If I had the opportunity...	Se eu tivesse a oportunidade...
In the future, I would like to...	No futuro, eu gostaria de...
As far as I am concerned...	No que me diz respeito...
The main advantage is...	A principal vantagem é...

5. Vocabulário adicional – Mercado de trabalho

Inglês	Português
Employer	Empregador
Employee	Funcionário
Workforce	Força de trabalho
Workplace	Local de trabalho
Career	Carreira
Career path	Trajetória profissional
Job security	Segurança no emprego
Workload	Carga de trabalho
Leadership	Liderança
Teamwork	Trabalho em equipe
Entrepreneurship	Empreendedorismo
Remote work	Trabalho remoto
Freelance work	Trabalho como freelancer
Job vacancy	Vaga de emprego
Recruitment	Recrutamento
Hiring process	Processo de contratação
Working conditions	Condições de trabalho
Professional goals	Objetivos profissionais
Work-life balance	Equilíbrio entre vida pessoal e profissional
Job satisfaction	Satisfação profissional

Sugestão didática: o aluno pode utilizar esse material para responder às 50 perguntas de conversação anteriores, procurando incorporar pelo menos cinco palavras novas e três expressões em cada resposta.

50 Conversation Questions – Professions and the World of Work

1. Unusual Work Experiences

1. If you could spend one day doing someone else's job, whose job would you choose?

2. What is the strangest job you have ever heard about?

3. Would you work in a zoo, on a farm or on a cruise ship? Why?

4. What job would be completely different from your personality?

5. Have you ever met someone who really loves their job? What makes them special?

6. Would you prefer a job where you travel every month or a job where you work from home?

7. What is something people usually don't understand about your profession?

8. If your job had a funny name, what would it be?

9. Would you accept a job that required you to live in another country for five years?

10. What job would you like to try just for the experience, even without getting paid?

2. Problems and Difficult Decisions at Work

11. What would you do if your best friend became your boss?

12. How would you react if a younger colleague became your manager?

13. Would you tell your boss if you noticed a serious mistake made by a coworker?

14. What would you do if you had too much work and not enough time?

15. Would you accept a promotion if it meant spending less time with your family?

16. What would you do if you discovered that a colleague was earning much more money than you?

17. Would you prefer a difficult job with a great team or an easy job with difficult colleagues?

18. How would you deal with a customer who was extremely rude?

19. Would you leave a company if you disagreed with its values?

20. What would you do if you made a very expensive mistake at work?

3. Technology and Unexpected Changes

21. If artificial intelligence could do your job, what would you do next?

22. Would you trust a robot to interview you for a job?

23. What everyday tasks at work do you think will disappear in the next ten years?

24. Would you prefer to work with humans or intelligent robots?

25. If you could invent an app to make people's professional lives easier, what would it do?

26. Do you think people will have more free time because of technology?

27. Would you accept a job where artificial intelligence evaluated your performance every day?

28. What profession do you think will be completely different in 2050?

29. Could social media help someone build a successful career? How?

30. Would you like to work only four days a week, even if you earned a little less?

4. Money, Happiness and Personal Values

31. Would you prefer to earn a lot of money doing something boring or earn less doing something exciting?

32. Can a person be successful without having a prestigious profession?

33. Do you think people sometimes work too much because they want to impress others?

34. Would you accept a job that paid very well but made you unhappy?

35. What is more important: having free time or having professional success?

36. Do you think people should retire earlier and enjoy life more?

37. Is it possible to become too ambitious in your professional life?

38. Would you prefer to be famous in your profession or financially independent?

39. What would make you feel proud of your professional life?

40. Do you think people define themselves too much by their jobs?

5. Creative and Hypothetical Situations

41. If you had to start a completely new career tomorrow, what would you choose?

42. If you could create your own company, what products or services would you offer?

43. Imagine you are the director of a company. What three rules would you introduce?

44. If you could eliminate one problem from the professional world, what would it be?

45. If schools prepared students for the jobs of the future, what subjects should they teach?

46. Imagine you have enough money to stop working. How would you spend your time?

47. If you could exchange professions with a famous person for one week, who would you choose?

48. What would happen if nobody wanted to work in hospitals, schools or public transport?

49. If you could design the perfect working day, what time would you start and finish?

50. Imagine that you could send one message to your younger self about professional life. What would you say?

Extra speaking challenge

Para tornar a aula mais interessante, peça ao aluno que desenvolva suas respostas seguindo esta estrutura:

1. Opinion: Give your opinion.

2. Explanation: Explain why you think that.

3. Example: Give a real or imaginary example.

4. Conclusion: Summarize your ideas.

Example:

Would you accept a job that paid very well but made you unhappy?

"I don't think I would accept it because happiness is very important to me. Money can improve our quality of life, but stress can affect our health and relationships. For example, some people earn a lot of money but have no time for their families. In my opinion, finding a balance is more important than earning a huge salary."

English B1

Speaking practice

1. Professions and Career Choices

1. What is your profession, and why did you choose it?

2. What did you want to be when you were a child?

3. Do you think it is important to enjoy your job? Why?

4. What are the most important professions in society?

5. Which profession do you think is the most difficult?

6. What skills does a person need to have a successful career?

7. Do you think everyone should go to university?

8. Is it better to choose a job because of money or personal interest?

9. What profession would you never choose? Why?

10. Would you like to change your career in the future?

2. Work Experience and Workplace

11. What was your first job?

12. What did you learn from your first work experience?

13. Do you prefer working alone or in a team?

14. What is your ideal working environment?

15. What qualities should a good boss have?

16. What makes someone a good coworker?

17. What is more important: a good salary or a good working environment?

18. Would you rather work from home or in an office?

19. What problems can people have at work?

20. Is it important to have a good relationship with your coworkers?

3. Salaries and Working Conditions

21. Do you think people receive fair salaries for their work?

22. Which professions should earn more money?

23. How many hours a day should people work?

24. Do you think working longer hours means being more productive?

25. What benefits should a good company offer its employees?

26. Why are paid holidays important?

27. Would you accept a low-paying job if you really enjoyed it?

28. What do you think about people who work on weekends?

29. Is money the most important factor when choosing a job?

30. What would you do if your boss didn't appreciate your work?

4. The Future of Work and Technology

31. Which professions will offer more opportunities in the future?

32. How is technology changing the world of work?

33. Do you think artificial intelligence will replace many jobs?

34. What skills will people need to get a good job in the future?

35. Is learning foreign languages important for professional success?

36. Would you like to work in another country? Why?

37. Do you think online courses can replace traditional universities?

38. What are the advantages and disadvantages of working as a freelancer?

39. How do you imagine the job market in twenty years?

40. Do you think robots will replace teachers and doctors?

5. Personal Opinions and Hypothetical Situations

41. If you could choose any profession, what would you choose?

42. If you became very rich, would you continue working?

43. What would you do if you lost your job tomorrow?

44. Would you move to another city to get a better salary?

45. Would you prefer to have a stable job or start your own business?

46. What advice would you give someone looking for their first job?

47. Is it possible to have a successful career and a good personal life at the same time?

48. What is more important for professional success: talent, hard work or luck?

49. What would you change about the education system to prepare young people for the job market?

50. What is your dream job, and what would you need to achieve it?

Useful expressions for answering the questions

English	Portuguese
In my opinion...	Na minha opinião...
I believe that...	Eu acredito que...
From my point of view...	Do meu ponto de vista...
I would rather...	Eu preferiria...
I agree because...	Concordo porque...
I disagree because...	Discordo porque...
One of the main advantages is...	Uma das principais vantagens é...
One of the biggest problems is...	Um dos maiores problemas é...
In my experience...	Na minha experiência...
If I had the opportunity...	Se eu tivesse a oportunidade...
In the future, I would like to...	No futuro, eu gostaria de...
It depends on the situation.	Depende da situação.

Classroom activity: Ask the student to answer each question using at least 3 sentences. Encourage them to use the Present Simple, Past Simple, Future with will/going to and conditional structures with would.

La importancia de tener una buena profesión – Nivel B1

 

La importancia de tener una buena profesión – Nivel B1

Tener una buena profesión es muy importante para construir un futuro mejor.
El trabajo nos permite ganar dinero y satisfacer nuestras necesidades.
Además, una buena profesión puede ofrecernos estabilidad y seguridad económica.
Es importante elegir una carrera que nos guste y que esté relacionada con nuestros intereses.
Sin embargo, también debemos considerar las oportunidades de empleo y los salarios.
Para conseguir un buen trabajo, necesitamos estudiar, aprender y desarrollar nuevas habilidades.
La experiencia profesional también es fundamental para crecer y alcanzar nuestros objetivos.
Hoy en día, muchas empresas buscan personas responsables, organizadas y capaces de trabajar en equipo.
Una buena profesión no solo nos ayuda económicamente, sino que también puede mejorar nuestra autoestima.
Por eso, debemos prepararnos y esforzarnos para construir una carrera profesional que nos haga sentir realizados.

20 palavras de vocabulário – Profissões e carreira

Espanhol	Português
1. La profesión	A profissão
2. El empleo	O emprego
3. El sueldo	O salário
4. La experiencia	A experiência
5. La formación	A formação
6. La entrevista de trabajo	A entrevista de emprego
7. El currículum	O currículo
8. La empresa	A empresa
9. El jefe	O chefe
10. El compañero de trabajo	O colega de trabalho
11. Las habilidades	As habilidades
12. La responsabilidad	A responsabilidade
13. El desempleo	O desemprego
14. La oportunidad	A oportunidade
15. El ascenso	A promoção
16. La jornada laboral	A jornada de trabalho
17. El ambiente laboral	O ambiente de trabalho
18. La estabilidad económica	A estabilidade financeira
19. La jubilación	A aposentadoria
20. El desarrollo profesional	O desenvolvimento profissional

Expressões úteis para conversar

• Buscar trabajo: procurar emprego.

• Ganar un buen sueldo: ganhar um bom salário.

• Tener experiencia profesional: ter experiência profissional.

• Trabajar por cuenta propia: trabalhar por conta própria.

• Conseguir un ascenso: conseguir uma promoção.

• Estar satisfecho con el trabajo: estar satisfeito com o trabalho.

• Desarrollar nuevas habilidades: desenvolver novas habilidades.

5 frases de exemplo – Profissões e carreira

1. Es importante tener experiencia profesional para conseguir un buen empleo.
É importante ter experiência profissional para conseguir um bom emprego.

2. Muchas personas buscan un trabajo que ofrezca estabilidad económica.
Muitas pessoas procuram um trabalho que ofereça estabilidade financeira.

3. Mi jefe me ofreció una oportunidad para desarrollar nuevas habilidades.
Meu chefe me ofereceu uma oportunidade para desenvolver novas habilidades.

4. Un buen ambiente laboral puede aumentar la motivación de los empleados.
Um bom ambiente de trabalho pode aumentar a motivação dos funcionários.

5. En el futuro, me gustaría conseguir un ascenso y ganar un sueldo mejor.
No futuro, eu gostaria de conseguir uma promoção e ganhar um salário melhor.

50 preguntas de conversación – Las profesiones y el mundo laboral

Nivel B1

Clase de conversación

1. Profesiones y elección profesional

1. ¿Cuál es tu profesión y por qué la elegiste?

2. ¿Qué profesión te habría gustado tener cuando eras niño?

3. ¿Crees que es importante trabajar en algo que te guste?

4. ¿Qué profesiones consideras más importantes para la sociedad?

5. ¿Qué profesión te parece más difícil y por qué?

6. ¿Qué habilidades necesita una persona para tener éxito en su profesión?

7. ¿Crees que todas las personas deberían tener estudios universitarios?

8. ¿Es mejor elegir una profesión por vocación o por dinero?

9. ¿Qué profesión nunca elegirías? ¿Por qué?

10. ¿Te gustaría cambiar de profesión en algún momento de tu vida?

2. Experiencia y ambiente laboral

11. ¿Cuál fue tu primer trabajo?

12. ¿Qué aprendiste de tu primera experiencia profesional?

13. ¿Prefieres trabajar solo o en equipo?

14. ¿Cómo sería tu ambiente laboral ideal?

15. ¿Qué características debe tener un buen jefe?

16. ¿Qué características debe tener un buen compañero de trabajo?

17. ¿Qué es más importante: un buen sueldo o un buen ambiente laboral?

18. ¿Prefieres trabajar desde casa o en una oficina?

19. ¿Cuáles son los mayores problemas que pueden existir en una empresa?

20. ¿Crees que es importante tener una buena relación con los compañeros de trabajo?

3. Salarios y condiciones laborales

21. ¿Consideras que los profesionales reciben salarios justos?

22. ¿Qué profesión crees que debería ganar más dinero?

23. ¿Cuántas horas al día debería trabajar una persona?

24. ¿Crees que trabajar muchas horas significa ser más productivo?

25. ¿Qué beneficios debería ofrecer una buena empresa a sus empleados?

26. ¿Es importante tener vacaciones pagadas?

27. ¿Aceptarías un trabajo con un salario bajo si te gustara mucho?

28. ¿Qué opinas de las personas que trabajan durante los fines de semana?

29. ¿Crees que el dinero es el factor más importante para elegir un empleo?

30. ¿Qué harías si tu jefe no valorara tu trabajo?

4. Futuro profesional y tecnología

31. ¿Qué profesiones tendrán más oportunidades en el futuro?

32. ¿Cómo está cambiando la tecnología el mundo laboral?

33. ¿Crees que la inteligencia artificial eliminará muchos empleos?

34. ¿Qué habilidades serán necesarias para conseguir un buen trabajo en el futuro?

35. ¿Es importante aprender idiomas para conseguir mejores oportunidades profesionales?

36. ¿Te gustaría trabajar en otro país? ¿Por qué?

37. ¿Crees que los cursos en línea pueden sustituir a la universidad?

38. ¿Qué opinas del trabajo autónomo y de los profesionales independientes?

39. ¿Cómo imaginas el mercado laboral dentro de veinte años?

40. ¿Crees que los robots podrán sustituir a los profesores y médicos?

5. Opiniones y situaciones hipotéticas

41. Si pudieras elegir cualquier profesión, ¿cuál elegirías?

42. Si ganaras mucho dinero, ¿seguirías trabajando?

43. ¿Qué harías si perdieras tu empleo mañana?

44. ¿Aceptarías trabajar en una ciudad diferente para conseguir un mejor sueldo?

45. ¿Preferirías tener un trabajo estable o crear tu propia empresa?

46. ¿Qué consejos darías a una persona que está buscando su primer empleo?

47. ¿Crees que es posible tener éxito profesional sin sacrificar la vida personal?

48. ¿Qué es más importante para alcanzar el éxito: el talento, el esfuerzo o la suerte?

49. ¿Qué cambiarías del sistema educativo para preparar mejor a los jóvenes para el mercado laboral?

50. ¿Cómo sería tu trabajo ideal y qué necesitarías para conseguirlo?

Sugerencia para la clase: pide al alumno que responda utilizando al menos 3 o 4 frases por pregunta. Anímale a justificar sus opiniones con expresiones como:

• En mi opinión... – Na minha opinião...

• Desde mi punto de vista... – Do meu ponto de vista...

• Estoy de acuerdo porque... – Estou de acordo porque...

• Considero que... – Considero que...

• Si tuviera la oportunidad... – Se tivesse a oportunidade...

• En el futuro me gustaría... – No futuro gostaria de...