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Jobs and career Flashcards

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The arena in which employers seek employees and individuals seek jobs

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Job / labour market

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A person or organization that hires individuals to work for them

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Employer

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An individual who works for an employer in exchange for compensation

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Employee

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A position that requires fewer hours than a full-time job

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Part - time job

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A person who works independently and is not committed to a long-term employer

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Freelancer / freelance worker

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Working for oneself rather than for an employer

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Self - employed

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A temporary position with an emphasis on on-the-job training rather than employment

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Internship

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A worker with significant training, education, and experience in their field

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Well-qualified / highly-skilled professional

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Work that requires physical effort and is often not performed in an office setting

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Manual labour

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A worker who performs manual labor, typically in industries like construction or manufacturing

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Manual worker / blue-collar worker

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An employee who performs professional, managerial, or administrative work, usually in an office

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White-collar / office worker/professional

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White-collar (2 synonyms)

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Office worker / Professional

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Blue - collar (1 synonym)

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Manual worker

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To earn enough money to support oneself financially

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Make a living

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To earn enough money to pay for basic needs like food, housing, and bills

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Cover one’s living expenses

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A job that is unexciting or repetitive

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Mundane / dull occupation

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Boring (4 synonyms)

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Mundane, dull, tedious, repetetive

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A job or situation that offers no opportunities for advancement or growth

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Dead - end

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A job or situation that is mentally or emotionally exhausting

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Emotionally taxing

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To take low-paying jobs that require little skill or training, often as a last option

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Resort to menial (unskilled) jobs

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Feeling disappointed or disenchanted with something previously admired

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Disillusioned with

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A profession that is fulfilling and valuable, often providing a sense of purpose

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Worthwhile career

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A position that offers a significant salary or financial reward

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Lucrative / high-paying job

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Having potential for success or advancement

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Promising

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Requiring a lot of effort, time, or skill

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Demanding

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Involving competition, often requiring individuals to strive to outperform others

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Competetive

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Flexibility in one’s work hours or commitments

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Leeway with a schedule

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A state of having stable income or resources to support a standard of living

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Financial security

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To take advantage of chances to progress in one’s career

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Seize career advancement opportunities

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To make a significant effort to achieve success in one’s career

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Strive for professional success

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To discover a job that fits one’s interests and preferences

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Find a position to one’s liking

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To achieve the maximum capabilities in one’s career or personal development

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Reach one’s full potential

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Specific objectives or milestones one aims to achieve in their professional life

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Career goals

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A profession or career that one feels particularly suited for and passionate about

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Calling

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A collection of skills that are applicable and valuable in a particular job or field

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Relevant skill set

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Abilities and credentials that are highly desired by employers

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Sought-after skills and qualifications

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To encourage the development of essential skills such as social interaction, teamwork, leadership, and time management

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Foster life skills

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Practical experience gained through active involvement in a task or job

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Hands - on experience

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The ability to control one’s emotions, behaviors, and desires to achieve long-term goals

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Self - discipline

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Belief in one’s own abilities and judgment

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Self - confidence

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The ability to adapt to new conditions or changes in schedule

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Flexibility

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The ability to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties

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Resourcefulness

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Having a firm intention to achieve a goal despite challenges

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Determined / persistent

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The quality of continuing to try to achieve something despite difficulties

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Determination / persistence

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An openness to acquiring new knowledge and skills

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Willingness to learn

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To commit oneself to work hard towards a goal or task

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Dedicate time and effort to

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Having strong enthusiasm or interest in a particular subject or activity

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Passionate about

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A set of values centered on the importance of doing work and having diligence

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Work ethic

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To advance in one’s job or profession, often gaining higher positions and responsibilities

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Climb up the career ladder

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To actively seek and engage in a profession

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Pursue a career

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To accept and fully engage in one’s professional path

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Embrace your career

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To progress to higher levels within one’s profession

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Advance your career

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To improve and increase one’s abilities and credentials

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To improve and increase one’s abilities and credentials

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To utilize available resources for learning and skill improvement without cost

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Take advantage of free training and educational courses

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The period of life when one stops working, typically due to age or financial security

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Retirement

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To withdraw from one’s occupation or profession, usually upon reaching a certain age

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To retire

58
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Pensija / išeiti į pensiją

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Retirement / to retire

59
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The state of being without a job while actively seeking employment

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Unemployment

60
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To rely on government assistance for financial support

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Live off wellfare

61
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Content creators (social media influencers), coding careers (software developers), ethical hackers, data analysts, AI jobs, gene experts/editors, mental health specialists

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The most highly-ranked future jobs

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The most highly-ranked future jobs (7 - 8)

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Content creators (social media influencers), coding careers (software developers), ethical hackers, data analysts, AI jobs, gene experts/editors, mental health specialists

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To develop abilities and understanding related to managing money

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Build financial skills and knowledge

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Abilities and understanding related to managing money

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Financial skills and knowledge

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To understand and appreciate the importance and utility of money

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Realise the value of money

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To develop skills for planning and controlling financial spending

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Learn to manage their budget

67
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To save funds for a specific purpose or future expense

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Set money aside for

68
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Unexpected costs that arise and require financial attention

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Unforeseen expenses

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To put aside money in anticipation of buying significant items

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Save for major purchases

70
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To ensure financial resources are allocated for essential expenses

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Cover certain necessities

71
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To manage spending to prevent unintentionally exceeding budget limits

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Avoid accidental overspending

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Handling finances in a careful and informed manner

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Responsible money management

73
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To guide a young person toward a fulfilling and successful profession

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Set a teen on a awarding life career

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Opportunities that can inspire and lead to long-term professional paths

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May spark lifelong careers

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To gain the ability to support oneself independently

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Become more self - sufficient

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To develop skills in managing time and responsibilities effectively

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Learn to balance commitments

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To gain practical skills and knowledge through employment

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Build valuable work experience

78
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To create relationships that can lead to professional opportunities or endorsements

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Build connections through part - time work (references)

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