1.

A: Will you be able to work in Brooklyn?

B: That won’t be a problem.

A: The subway service is sometimes dicey.

B: There are always buses and taxis.

A: We need someone to enforce positive relations across the organization.

B: I’ve had a lot of experience with workforce relations.

A: We need someone to ensure competitive compensation and benefits.

B: I’ve ensured such policies and practices for employees in my previous jobs.

A: Do you have an advanced degree?

B: I have a master’s degree in human resources.

A: How much experience do you have in HR?

B: I’ve had 15 years of experience within an HR department.

2.

A: Can you work in Brooklyn?

B: That’s not a problem at all.

A: Sometimes the subways don’t run.

B: I can always take a bus or cab.

A: Can you enforce positive relations across our organization?

B: One of my strengths is enforcing workforce relations.

A: Can you ensure competitive compensation and benefits?

B: That’s a primary focus of my work.

A: What kind of degree do you have?

B: I have a master’s in human resources.

A: How long have you worked in HR?

B: I’ve been in HR departments for about 15 years.

3.

A: Will working in Brooklyn be a problem?

B: I would love to work in Brooklyn.

A: The subways aren’t always on time.

B: If there’s a problem, I’ll take the bus or a taxi.

A: We need someone who can enforce positive organization relations.

B: Enforcing such relations is one of my strengths.

A: We also need someone who can ensure competitive compensation and benefits.

B: That’s another one of my strengths.

A: Do you have a master’s degree?

B: I have a master’s in HR.

A: How many years have you worked in HR?

B: I’ve worked for 15 years in HR.

1.

A: Can you work part-time or full-time?

B: I can work part-time or full-time.

A: Are you bilingual?

B: I’m fluent in English and Spanish.

A: Do you have a medical degree?

B: Yes, I’m licensed to practice medicine in New York.

A: Are you board certified to work with children and adolescents?

B: Yes, I’ve been board certified for many years.

A: Do you have your resume with you?

B: Yes, I have it right here.

A: Will you be able to work in Manhattan?

B: That will be no problem at all.

2.

A: How many hours can you work a week?

B: I can work 10 to 40 hours, as you like.

A: Can you speak two languages?

B: I speak Spanish fluently.

A: Are you an M.D.?

B: Yes, I’m a licensed physician in New York.

A: Are you board certified to work with kids and teens?

B: Yes, I’ve been board certified since 2002.

A: Did you bring your resume?

B: It’s right here in my briefcase.

A: Can you work in Manhattan?

B: I live here, so it’s no problem.

3.

A: Are you able to work part-time or full-time?

B: I can work either.

A: Do you speak anything besides English?

B: I’m fluent in Spanish.

A: Are you licensed to practice in New York?

B: My M.D. is valid in New York.

A: Do you have board certification for adolescents and children?

B: I’ve been board certified for quite a few years.

A: Can I see your resume?

B: Here’s a copy for you.

A: Is it possible for you to work in Manhattan?

B: I would be delighted to work in Manhattan.

1.

A: You will be responsible for various online communication projects.

B: I’ve been responsible for that and for various online development projects.

A: These projects will include content management.

B: I’m sure they’ll include online marketing and donation fulfillment, too.

A: You need to have a bachelor’s degree.

B: I have a bachelor’s degree, plus website and content management experience.

A: Do you have previous experience planning website content?

B: Yes, and I’ve managed website content, too.

A: You must have experience in social media.

B: I use Twitter and Facebook all the time.

A: Do you have web design skills?

B: Yes, and I’m familiar with HTML, CSS, and Photoshop.

2.

A: Your responsibilities will include various online communication projects.

B: My past responsibilities have also included various online development projects.

A: Content management will be part of these projects.

B: My previous projects have included online marketing and donation fulfillment, too.

A: I assume you have a bachelor’s degree.

B: I have that, plus website and content management experience.

A: Have you had experience planning content management?

B: Yes, I’ve planned and managed online content.

A: What’s your experience with social media?

B: I’ve been using Facebook and Twitter for years.

A: Do you know how to design websites?

B: Yes, and I’m knowledgeable about HTML, CSS, and Photoshop.

3.

A: Included in your responsibilities will be various online communication projects.

B: In the past, my responsibilities have also included online development projects.

A: Included in the projects will be content management.

B: I’ve done content management, plus online marketing and donation fulfillment.

A: We require that you have a bachelor’s degree.

B: I have one, and I have website and content management experience.

A: Have you ever planned website content?

B: Yes, I’ve planned it and managed it, too.

A: How much experience do you have with social media?

B: I’m very familiar with Twitter and Facebook.

A: I assume you have web design skills.

B: Yes, and I’m very comfortable with HTML, CSS, and Photoshop.

1.

A: You’ll be responsible for the financial management department.

B: In my last job, I was responsible for the facilities maintenance department, too.

A: You’ll be handling all the financial plans and reports.

B: In my last job, I handled those and the department budgets, too.

A: You need to have a master’s in business administration.

B: I have that, plus I’m a CPA.

A: You’ll need excellent verbal and written skills.

B: I also have excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.

A: You need to be computer literate.

B: I’m a computer programmer.

A: What are your salary requirements?

B: I’m looking for no less than $80,000 a year.

2.

A: Your responsibilities include the financial management department.

B: My past responsibilities have also included the facilities maintenance department.

A: You’ll also be responsible for financial plans and reports.

B: My past responsibilities included department budgets, too.

A: Do you have an MBA?

B: I have an MBA, and I’m a CPA.

A: You must have excellent oral and written skills.

B: I have those, plus excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.

A: You must be computer literate.

B: I know Word and Excel like the back of my hand.

A: What are you looking for salary-wise?

B: I’ll accept nothing less than $80,000 annually.

3.

A: You’ll be running the financial management department.

B: I’ve also run the facilities maintenance department in the past.

A: You’ll also be in charge of the financial plans and reports.

B: I’ve been in charge of those and department budgets, too.

A: You need to have an MBA, of course.

B: I’ve got that, plus I’m a certified public accountant.

A: Your verbal and written skills must be exceptional.

B: In addition, I have exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills.

A: You must be knowledgeable about computer software and programs.

B: My dad taught me how to build computers when I was a kid.

A: I need to know your salary requirements.

B: I need to make at least $80,000 a year.

1.

A: I’ve got an important job interview tomorrow.

B: Then you should dress well.

A: I’m going to wear a dark gray business suit, of course.

B: Wear a white shirt and a red tie.

A: Red is supposed to convey power, right?

B: You don’t want them to think you’re weak.

A: I’m wearing a pair of black socks with black shoes.

B: Make sure the socks are calf-high.

A: Because it’s not good to show skin, right?

B: Shine your shoes and clip your nails.

A: I’m getting a haircut this afternoon.

B: Remember to use a firm handshake and look the interviewer in the eye.

2.

A: I’m going to an important job interview tomorrow.

B: Make sure you dress well.

A: I’ll wear my dark gray business suit.

B: Make sure you wear a white shirt and a red tie.

A: Red signifies power, right?

B: It tells the interviewer that you’re independent.

A: I’m wearing black socks and black shoes.

B: Wear calf-high socks, not ankle-high ones.

A: I don’t want to show any skin.

B: Make sure you shine your shoes and cut your nails.

A: I’ve got a haircut appointment this afternoon.

B: Look the interviewer in the eye and give him a manly handshake.

3.

A: I’ve got a big job interview tomorrow morning.

B: You’d better make a good presentation with your appearance.

A: I think my dark gray business suit looks great.

B: You should wear a red tie and a white shirt.

A: Red is a power color, right?

B: It shows the interviewer that you’re not a pushover or a weakling.

A: I’m wearing black socks with a pair of black shoes.

B: The socks should be calf-high, of course.

A: I don’t want to show any leg, of course.

B: Make sure your shoes are shined and your nails are clipped.

A: I’m getting a haircut this afternoon.

B: Look directly at the interviewer, and make sure your handshake is firm.

1.

A: Would you take a look at my resume?

B: I’ll be happy to examine it.

A: I hope I have all the necessary information.

B: I see that you have no spelling mistakes.

A: I learned that a long time ago.

B: It’s organized into Education and Employment History.

A: I’ve also included References, of course.

B: You should have a section labeled Strengths.

A: Why do I need such a section?

B: An organization wants to know what you can do for them.

A: So I should show my strengths relative to their needs.

B: That makes you more valuable to the company.

2.

A: I’d appreciate it if you would look at my resume.

B: It would be my pleasure to help you with it.

A: I hope I’ve included all relevant info about myself.

B: Well, at least you have no spelling errors.

A: I know that typos are the kiss of death.

B: The two main parts are Education and Employment History.

A: Yes, plus References, of course.

B: But you don’t have a part called Strengths.

A: What’s that all about?

B: It tells the company if your skills fit their needs.

A: So they should know if we will work hand in glove.

B: That makes you look like a good fit in their organization.

3.

A: Would you mind looking at my resume?

B: I’ll be glad to help you out with it.

A: I think I’ve presented all the information I need.

B: I see that there are no spelling problems.

A: Yes, typos are so unprofessional.

B: The two main parts are Education and Employment History.

A: Followed by References, of course.

B: But I don’t see anything about your strengths.

A: I should have a part called Strengths?

B: That will tell the company how you can fit into their vision.

A: So my strengths should complement their needs and goals.

B: That means you’ll increase your chance of getting hired.