SPEAKING+ENGLISH

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[] Presentations in English =Business Presentations & Public Speaking in English = A presentation is a formal talk to one or more people that "presents" ideas or information in a clear, structured way. People are sometimes afraid of speaking in public, but if you follow a few simple rules, giving a presentation is actually very easy. This tutorial guides you through each stage of giving a presentation in English, from the initial preparation to the conclusion and questions and answers. This tutorial is itself set out like a mini-presentation. You can follow it logically by starting at the __ [|Introduction] __ and then clicking on the link at the foot of each page, or you can jump direct to the section you want from the list of contents on each page. =Resumes, CVs and Covering Letters in English = A resume or CV is a summary of your educational qualifications and work experience. Companies usually want to see your resume when you apply for a job. A covering letter is the letter that accompanies your resume when you send it to a company. Both of the documents are vitally important in the job application process.

There are two ways to read these pages: At the end are sample resumes and covering letters, with tests to check your understanding and a summary for future reference. **__ [|Start here] __ »**
 * 1) Work through them in sequence (click on **Next** at the end of each page)
 * 2) Jump to any section you want at any time (click on the **links** at the top of each page)

=[|Prepare Resumes and Cover Letters] = The Career Services Center offers resume samples, seminars, and an online resume builder to assist you with writing your resume. Career advisors are available to critique and assist you with your resume and cover letters. [] =[|Meetings in English] = Whether you are holding a meeting or attending a meeting, it is imporant that you understand key English phrases and expressions related to meetings. A successful meeting has no surprises. With proper preparation and careful organization, a meeting can run smoothly. The most typical complaint about meetings is that they run too long. Meetings that run longer than necessary can be very costly to a company or business. As the famous business expression says: //Time is money//. Setting goals and time limits, keeping to the agenda, and knowing how to refocus, are key components of an effective meeting. This may sound simple in your own native language, but it is a little trickier when you or the participants do not speak fluent English. These pages will help you hold or attend a meeting with success. Review the vocabulary, read through the lessons, and then check your understanding. [] [] [] [] []

 = Cover Letter Samples  =