On the job

May was recently promoted, but she doesn't seem happy. Her colleagues Cathy and Jake are kind of curious....


Cathy: Did you see May today?
Jake: Yes. But why does she have such a long face?
Cathy: I don't have the foggiest idea.
Jake: I thought she'd be happy.
Cathy: Yeah, especially since she got a promotion recently.
Jake: Maybe it's some kind of personal problem.

Janice is thinking of whether or not she should quit and look for another job somewhere else because she hasn't gotten a raise in three years....


Eddie: What are the chances of getting a raise this year?
Janice: Chances are slim!
Eddie: Wow! You haven't gotten a raise for how many years now?
Janice: (Heave a sigh). It's been three years! The company keeps losing money and they can't afford to give anyone a raise.
Eddie: That's too bad. Did you ever think of working somewhere else?
Janice: Yeah. In fact, I have an interview next Monday.
Eddie: Good luck!

Derrick complains to his good friend Terri that he is overwhelmed with a heavy workload....


Terri: Derrick, don't you think you should take a vacation? Even one or two days would be fine.
Derrick: There's no way. There's too much work.
Terri: But you look so exhausted. You need a break!
Derrick: I know. My chances would be better if they would hire more people.
Terri: They won't hire more people?
Derrick: No. They always want to keep the cost down. I am really overwhelmed with a heavy workload.
Terri: Maybe you should talk to the manager.
Derrick: Yes. I'm going to bring this up in tomorrow's meeting.

Looking for a job

Kent is going to have a job interview the next day. His friend Reese is trying to give him some advice.


Reese: So, how was your interview?
Kent: I haven't gone to the interview yet. It's tomorrow. I'm so nervous.
Reese: Don't worry. You should do fine. You have the experience.
Kent: I hope so.
Reese: Remember, they want someone who works well with people. You've got to show them how easy-going and personable you are!
Kent: Thanks. I'll keep that in mind.

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Burt is applying for a new job and is very confident about himself.


Raelene: Hi, Burt. I heard you're looking for a new job.
Burt: Yeah. I just had an interview yesterday.
Raelene: Oh. How did it go?
Burt: I think I did well. They said they would make a decision by this Friday.
Raelene: This Friday? Looks like they want to hire the person as quickly as possible.
Burt: Yeah! I think so, too.
Raelene: What are your chances of getting that job?
Burt: I believe I have a very good chance. The director seems to like me.
Raelene: Well, good luck, then.
Burt: Thanks. I hope it helps.