Orientation of English Language

• Any language has got two fundamental skills-
  Productive skills –
  Receptive skills –
  
• Q. Have you ever heard those above terms?
  Take a look of these images-

Image one

Image Two

• Guess what those images say?
• Now check your guess-

Image one

Image Two

Image one –

• You can clearly see a person is delivering a talk and people around him, listening to him.
• Here the person produces the language through speaking.

Image Two –

• Someone types here, which can be used for mailing or texting purpose.
• Here the language is being produced by writing.

Conclusion –

• A language is produced either in the form of speaking or in the form of writing.
• Hence a learner has to work on speaking skills and on writing skills to be an effective communicator.
• As we deliver our talks either verbally or through text.

Speaking skills and writing skills come under Productive skills .

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Productive skills-

• a. Speaking skills:
  To enhance speaking skills, try to actively immerse yourself in the language in your daily life.

Here are the following steps which you may consider-

• Use this language with friends or even with strangers.
• Pick any favorite program (web series or TV serials) try to watch them regularly.
• Be attentive in the session, enjoy participating in the activities such as impromptu speech, pairs talking, role play, briefing videos, PPT, solving riddles and formal discussions (GD, Debate etc.).

• b. Writing skills:
  Writing things down gives a mental clarity, that influences our speech.
• Also, to present a well-crafted piece of writing we need to work on writing skills.

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• Guess what these images say?

First

Second

• Take a look again-

First

Second

Conclusion based on both the images-

• When we listen to somebody or something we receive the language, same applies when we read. While reading as well we receive some information.
• Listening skills and reading skills come under receptive skills.
• Hence, to elevate the language we need to brush up on listening skills and on reading skills.

In the session we focus on all four skills-

• Speaking
• Listening
• Reading
• Writing

Along with the functional grammar.

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Orientation Of Business English

Q. What is Business English?

Answer - A style of English suited or adapted to use in business.
or
Simply we say the kind of speaking which has been spoken while business meeting, at sales presentation, while negotiating, delivering business report, delivering presentation, writing business correspondence etc.

Q. Why should you brush up on your Business English?

Answer -
1. Business English is a life skill, bridging general communication with professional context to enhance career growth, global collaboration and personal confidence by learning specific vocabulary, etiquette and communication strategies.

2. Business English will help you how to win the conversation by using vital vocabularies or appropriate phrases.

3. Today’s business world has been completely updated with new trends and technologies, here brushing up on business English, ensures our vocabulary remains current with new trends such as digital transformation terminology.

Quiz: Which is the valuable point from the above, according to you?

Interview Skill Orientation

Before we begin the discussion about the interview skills, you need to pick the most suitable option from these following –

• (a) An interview is the platform where the employer can assess the candidates.
• (b) An interview is the platform where the candidates assess the job.
• (c) An interview is the platform where an employer can assess the candidate and also a candidate has an opportunity to assess the job.

Answer: All of them(a, b and c.)

Q. What we usually do :-

Answer is crisp and clear -

A. Before the interview-

• We need to do some research work about the company.
• Be prepared with the questions what you may ask if you get the opportunity to ask , related to your current and future career goals.
• Think about, what skills and expertise will you offer the employer which you have.
• Think about, any past experience which you may feel like highlighting. {some volunteer work etc.}
• Make sure about your attire, if needed may contact the recruiter, what they recommend.
• Reach before time, it helps you to settle down there.

B. During the interview -

• Make your first impression impactful by, having firm handshake with a warm genuine smile on the face.
• Show open body language, also sit straight, avoid slouching, make a good eye contact.
• Be assertive yet polite, it reflects confidence level.
• Let the interviewer begin the talk, have patience to listen to them carefully, think before speaking, don’t be afraid to clarify the question if needed.
• Never lie as it will put you into a difficult situation which you won’t be able to handle.
• Be absolutely aware about your resume.
• Always keep things at the professional level.

C. During the interview -

• verbally thank the interviewer for taking the time to interview you.
• If possible try to get the business card of the interviewers, before leaving.
• Always try to give your best to each and every interview, do not bother if you fail any one of those, you will have the chance to get your dream job………. NEVER GIVE UP.

Wish you a great luck.