Study the 15 vocabulary terms below. Then continue to the activities.
- Adapt
- Appraisal
- Background
- Career ladder
- Dead-end
- Demotion
- Fast track
- Gain
- Impress
- Peer
- Promotion
- Prospects
- Rapid
- Restructuring
- Training
Verb (infinitive)
to change, in order to better suit a new situation
After the fifth failed interview, Pete adapted his expectations to be more realistic in the type of job he was applying for.
Noun (thing)
a meeting where one's job performance is evaluated by a boss or manager
All staff appraisals will be held in January.
Noun (thing)
a person's history or experience to date
His background is in sales but I think he would be a good choice for the position of customer service manager.
Noun (thing)
the series of events, on the way from a less desirable (or junior) job position, to a more desirable (or senior) one
Mr Sinclair’s first step on the career ladder was as a junior member of the accounts team.
Adjective
lacking any further chance for advancement or development
He decided to resign when he realized that he was in a dead-end job with no chance of advancement.
Noun (thing)
being moved to a lower position at work due to problems with performance
She was really angry about her demotion to a lower position in the department.
Noun (thing)
a special method or path, which leads to advancement more quickly, than usual
The company offers a fast track program in which you will be assessed every two months to see if you are ready for advancement.
Verb (infinitive)
to get or acquire something (especially when using effort)
She gained a lot of experience working in her previous job.
Verb (infinitive)
to cause someone to think positively about you
The second candidate really impressed me, I think we should offer her the position.
Noun (person)
a person at the same level as you socially or professionally
Spending time with your peers from work outside of the office is a good way to build a better relationship with them.
Verb (infinitive)
being moved to a higher position at work due to excellent job performance
Her promotion to manager wasn’t a surprise to anyone as she clearly deserved it.
Noun (thing)
future possibilities or opportunities that are within your capabilities
I don’t earn very much at the moment but the financial prospects for the job are great.
Adjective
quick, fast
Everyone in the department was pleased with Jason’s rapid progress.
Noun (thing)
the process of changing the organization or goals of a company
After the merger the company announced that they would be restructuring the entire sales force.
Noun (thing)
the process of being taught the skills you need for a particular task or job
All new staff will be given training on how to use the machines in a safe way.