必备英语面试口语59-72部分.docx

此文档收集于网络，如有侵权请联系网站删除喜马拉雅必备英语面试口语原文及对照翻译7387部分 73 你曾经考虑过辞掉现在的工作吗Had you thought of leaving your present position before?If yes,what do you think held you there?你曾经考虑过辞掉现在的工作吗？如果有，为何迟迟没有行动？Yes, I thought of leaving before and in fact, I did look for opportunities elsewhere.是的，我以前曾经考虑过辞职。事实上，我确实找过其他机会，However, I did not find anything interesting or worth my move.但是没有找到感兴趣的，或是值得换的工作。Now Ive found this opportunity, which can utilize my skills and experience and is exactly what Ive been looking for.现在，我找到了这个机会。它可以让我应用我的技术和经验，并且正是我一直想找的工作。It was worth the wait.等待是值得的。 74 为什么你在短期内换过那么多工Why have you had so many jobs in three years/for short periods of time?为什么你在三年内/短期内换了那么多份工作？Yes，you could say that,but as you can see,I always moved to positions with more reponsibilities and opportunities to acquire new skills.是的，您说的没错。但是，如同您看到的，我换一次工作，所在职位担负的责任就越大，学到新技能的机会也越多。Im a quaick learner and an efficient worker.我学习能力强，而且工作有效率。I had accomplished as much as I could in each job and I felt it was time to move on for greater challenges and to make even greater contributions,whenever a new opportunity was presented.每一份工作我都尽全力完成。我认为，不论什么时候，只要机会来临，就该去接受更大的挑战，做出更大的贡献。After each move,my value as an employee grew.每换一次工作，我身为一个雇员的价值便会随之增加。 75 为何你的工作经历中有一段很长的空白期Why is there is a long gap in your employment history?为何你的工作经历中有一段很长的空白期？Between my first and second jobs, I decided to take a year off to travel around the world.在第一份和第二份工作之间，我决定休息一年，到世界各地走走。I backpacked from Asia to Africa and to Latin America, visiting more than 60 countries.从亚洲到非洲，再到拉丁美洲，我走过60多个国家。It was a great experience, probably a once-in-a-lifetime experience.那是一次很棒的经历，也许是一生仅有一次的美好经历。I met so many interesting people from all over the world and made some great friends.我遇见许多来自世界各地的有趣的人，也结交了一些好朋友。Im still in touch with some of them after three years.如今已过了三年，我仍然与其中几位保持联系。Intercultural communication skills are among those I acquired during the trip and helped tremendously in my current job.不同文化之间的沟通技巧是我旅行中的一项收获，对于现在的工作很有帮助。I am sure that it will help me with this new position as well.我相信对这个新职位也会有所助益。 76 你为什么中途停止接受正规教育Why didnt you continue your formal education?你为什么中途停止接受正规教育？When I was in college,I worked part-time to pay my college expenses and I was fortunate to be employed by a great company.上大学时，为了赚学费，我便去做兼职，然后很幸运地被一家很好的公司录用了。My employer wanted more of my time and offered me a great opportunity to work full time.老板希望我能在工作上花更多的时间，并给我一个做全职的机会。I debated,but I chose to devote myself full time to my career.我认真地思考，最后选择全心投入到我的职业生涯当中去。Ive never regretted that decision because I have continued to learn and grow with my work.我从来不后悔自己的决定，因为在工作中，我一直在不断地学习和成长。 77 作为管理者你认为最困难的工作是什么What do you see as the most difficult task in being a manager？作为管理者，你认为最困难的工作是什么？When I have to let people go,who have made contributions and hae been loyal to the company over the years,due to downsizing or another reason that is beyond their control.当我因为裁员或是一些当事人和我都无能为力的原因，不得不解雇长期以来忠于公司并做出贡献的员工时，就感到很困难。Especially when I know their family members and that they may face some financial hardship at least for a short period of time.特别是当我认识到那些员工的家人，知道他们至少短期内在经济上会有困难的时候。After 10 years of management, my stomach still sinks when I have to announce layoffs to my subordinates.做了10年的管理者，至今，当我必须通知下属被解雇时，我仍然会觉得心情沉重。 78 你曾经开除过别人吗Did you ever fire anyone? If so, what were the reasons and how did you handle it?你曾经开除过别人吗？如果有，原因是什么？你又是如何处理的？Yes, I did when an employee did not show up for work for five days without notifying us.是的，我开除过一个无故缺勤5天的员工。I personally went to his home, but could not find him, so I contacted HR according to the company policy.我亲自去过他家，但是没找到人，于是我根据公司规定通知了人事部。HR notified the employee in writing of the intent to terminate employment, but we never heard from him.人事部以书面形式告知对方他即将被解雇，但是完全没有收到他的回信。We have a company policy that an employee who is absent from work for three consecutive working days or more without notices is deemed to have quit.公司明文规定员工连续3天及以上无辜缺勤，视为离职。 79 你的下属是怎么评价你的What do your subordinates think of you?你的下属对你的评价如何？They think I am an expert in the IT field and also that I treat them fairly.下属认为我是信息技术领域的专家，并且待人公正。Some past subordinates said Im intense and demanding,but that is because I have high expectations for them.以前的一些下属说我严厉而严格，但那是因为我对他们有很高的期望。They probably have to work harder for me than other bosses, but they know that brings the best of them.也许在我手下做事，远比在其他上司手下做事辛苦，但是他们知道这样才能激发出自己最大的潜能。All the people who worked for me said they learned more from me than anyone else.所有在我手下工作过的人都说，从我这儿学到的东西比其他人那儿学到都多。 80 你曾经担任过什么管理者或是领导者的角色What supervisory or leadership roles have you had?你曾经担任过什么管理者或领导者的角色？In my last job,I led a team of five on a research project.在上一份工作中，我领导了一个五人组成的研究项目小组。Based on the research needs of another unit,I designed the research and outlined the research method and schedule.基于其他部门的研究需求，我制订了研究方案，研究方法和日程安排。I assigned tasks for each member and monitored the progress.我分派工作给组员，并且随时掌握进度。At the same time I interacted with the project manager and reported team activities and progress.同时，我也与项目经理联系，向他报告小组的活动与进度。We completed the project on time and within budget.我们按时在预算内完成项目。I received a compliment from the project manager.我得到了项目经理的赞赏。 81 你介意在比你年轻的人手下工作吗Do you mind working for someone younger than yourself?你介意在比你年轻的人手下工作吗？Not at all.完全不介意。I spent the last two years in business school studying alongside people in their 20s and 30s.过去两年来，我在商业学校和二三十岁的人一起上课。I did a number of group projects with some of these young people, and sometimes I worked under their leadership.我和这些年轻人共同进行过许多小组项目，有时候会在他们的领导下工作。I found it quite exciting to be exposed to ideas and experiences of different generations because until then I didnt have much chance to interact with younger generations.能接触到不同年龄段的人的意见和经验，让我非常兴奋，因为之前我与年轻人交流的机会不多。I was quite impressed by their unique ideas, flexibility and computer skills.我对他们独特的想法，适应性和电脑技能留下了深刻的印象。I got along well with my group members and continue to socialize with some of them since graduation.我与我的组员相处融洽，并且毕业之后仍与一些人保持联系。I dont think I would have any problem working for someone younger.我认为在年轻人手下工作，我不会有任何问题。 82 在之前的公司工作十年之久你能适应环境的变化吗Will you be able to cope with a change in work environment after working 10 years in your last job?在之前的公司工作了十年之久，你能适应工作环境的变化吗？Certainly.当然可以。Although I have been with the same company for 10 years,I have transferred and worked in several different departments.虽然我在同一家公司工作了10年，但是因为人事变动，我在公司的几个不同部门工作过。I always quickly adapted to the new environment and was accepted to the new team.我总是很快就能适应新的环境，也很快就融入到新的团队之中。Now Im ready for new goals and challenges.现在，我已经准备好面对新的目标和挑战。Id like to transfer all the skills and experience I acquired during the last 10 years to this company.我要将过去10年所学到的技术和经验，全部用在这家公司中。 83 你曾经做过最困难的决定是什么What was the most difficult decision you ever had to make?你曾经做过的最困难的决定是什么？When I had to let good employees go.当我要解雇优秀员工的时候，我感到难以决定。When the company I worked for was acquired by ABC Insurance, our department was consolidated and eliminated.我以前工作的公司被ABC保险公司收购后，我们的部门被合并，原部门被解散了。I was able to transfer some of my subordinates to other departments, but had to let most of them go.我将一些下属调到其他部门，但是大部分的员工都必须被解雇。Some of them were very good workers, having contributed to the success of the company for many years.其中一些人是非常优秀的员工，为公司服务多年，对公司的成功贡献很大。Losing competent employees is always painful.失去有能力的员工总是痛苦的。 84 当你认为上司对你的批评不当时你会如何处理How do you react to criticism by superiors if you believe it is unwarranted?当你认为上司对你的批评不当时，你会如何处理？Even if the criticism is unwarranted,it was caused by something.即使批评不正确，也一定事出有因。If it was something I did,Id like to find out what it was.假如是因为我做了什么事情而受批评，我非常想知道究竟是为什么。Id like to sit down with my superior and discuss what prompted the criticism and if it was some kind of misunderstanding,Id like to clarify it.我想与上司坐下来好好谈谈，弄清楚是什么原因导致这样的批评。如果是误解，我会澄清。I believe in open,candid communication.我认为，开诚布公的沟通是非常重要的。 85 你认为做好工作的唯一办法就是自己身体力行吗Do you feel the only way to get a job done right is to do it yourself?你认为做好工作的唯一方法就是亲自做吗？I used to have trouble delegating responsibilities, but as my responsibilities increased, it just became impossible for me to do everything by myself.我曾经无法安心将工作交给别人去做，但是随着工作量增加，我不可能每件事都自己做。Thats when I learned to delegate.于是我逐渐学会将工作托付给他人。By delegating certain tasks to my staff members, I can concentrate on the tasks that require my immediate attention.将某些工作交给手下的员工，我就可以专心去做需要我立即处理的工作。When work is properly delegated, it is executed more efficiently.如果托付得当，处理起来会更有效率。Also, it gives my staff members more challenges and opportunities to develop new skills.此外，这也给另了我的员工更多的挑战和培养新技能的机会，It also cultivates a sense of responsibility among them.同时也能培养他们的责任感。As a result, we work better as a team.结果，作为一个团队，我们工作得更好。 86 如果和上司的意见不一致时你会提出来吗Do you speak up if your point of view differs from that of your superiors?如果和上司的意见不一致，你会提出来吗？Im not a yes person and I dont refrain from expressing my opinions, but Im careful about how to express them.我不是个唯唯诺诺的人，所以我不会刻意不发表意见，但是我会注意自己的措辞。I do not argue with the person, whether its my superior or co-worker.我不会跟上司或同事争论。Miscommunication is a common problem, so I want to make sure I understand their view correctly and how the person came to form that view.误解是一个很普遍的问题，所以首先我会确认自己是否正确理解了对方的想法，是否了解对方为何会产生这样的想法。And if I still believe my opinion can make a contribution, I present it as a suggestion, not as a disagreement or criticism.之后，如果仍然认为自己的意见能有所贡献，我会以建议的方式说明，而不是反对或批评别人的意见。喜马拉雅必备英语面试口语原文及对照翻译87107部分 87 你在什么样的工作环境下感觉最好In what kind of work environment are you most comfortable?你在什么样的工作环境下感觉最好？I function best in a positive but competitive environment.在积极又充满竞争的环境中，我最能发挥能力。I come from a sports background, so I perform well when the adrenaline is pumping,我是运动员出身，因此在紧张刺激的环境下，我会有很好的表现。but Ive also found that in most cases, encouragement and positive thinking lead to optimal performance.但是我也发现，在大部分情况下，鼓励和积极的思考也能成就最理想的结果。So, I want to feel like the starters gun just went off when I begin my workday, that Im off and running, but I also want upbeat people beside me and all round me, if possible.所以，当我开始一天的工作时，我希望感觉像是赛跑时发令员的枪刚刚响起一样，飞奔向前。可能的话，我也希望周围都是朝气蓬勃的人。That would be ideal.那将是最理想的。 88 你想要什么样的人生What do you want to do with your life?你想要什么样的人生？I want to never feel like Ive given less than my best.我从不愿留下没有尽全力的遗憾，I believe thats the key to reaching all my goals in my career because I know that I have the ability and training.那是我实现职业目标的关键，因为我知道我有足够的能力并且训练有素。If Im committed and driven, which I am, then I will succeed, I will be given ever more responsibility and, ultimately, I believe I will work my way into the top positions.假如我尽职尽责，奋发努力，就像现在这样，我必定能成功。进而我会被委以重任，最后进入到高层职位。In doing so, I will lay the foundation for the other parts of my life-family and contributions to my community.在做这些事的过程中，我也为人生的其他方面，也就是家庭和对社会的贡献，打好了基础。I want to be a well-rounded person, but it starts with the highest degree of commitment in my chosen field.我想成为一个在各方面都有所发展的人，但是这必须从对我选择的领域做出最大的贡献开始。 89 作为管理者，你局的自己最大的缺点是什么What is your biggest weakness as a manager?作为管理者，你认为自己最大的缺点是什么？Im the kind of manager who lets the subordinates think and act on their own.我是那种让属下自己思考，自己行动的管理者。I highly value self-motivation, initiative and creativity.我特别重视下属的自我激励能力，主动性和创造性。Those who are self-motivated and creative thrive under my supervision.能自我激励且有创造力的人在我的管理下，可以充分发挥他们的潜能。However, there are people who need more supervision or hand-holding, so to speak.但是，也有一些人需要更多的督促，也可以说，必须拉他们一把。They sometimes feel lost with my laissez-faire management style.这类员工在我这种自由放任的管理风格下工作，有时候会不知所措。I recognize that tendency and learned how to be more flexible.我意识到这种趋势，于是我学会了如果更灵活地对待下属。I give more attention and guidance to those employees until they learn to act on their initiative.现在，我对这样的员工会特别注意并加以指导，直到他们学会自己主动工作为止。 90 现在还有工作，你是如何来参加面试的You said earlier that you were still working for ABC Corporation. How have you managed to attend this interview while still employed?刚才你说目前还就职于ABC公司，你是如何在工作中抽出时间来参加这场面试的？I took a day off.我请了一天假，I have some vacation time left.因为我还有一些年假。We just finished a big project and there is no urgent work right now.我们刚做完一个大项目，而且今天没有很急的工作，Taking a day off was not a problem.所以请一天假不成问题。 91 你的期望薪资是多少What are your salary expectations?你期望的薪资是多少？I still have a few questions about my responsibilities.关于工作职责，我还有几个问题。May I first ask you those questions before we discuss money?在谈薪水之前，我可以先请教一下您吗？ 92 你现在的薪资是多少What is your current salary?你目前的薪资是多少？Ill be happy to tell you that，我很乐意回答您这个问题。but I feel more comfortable discussing salary if you let me explain what my current job is and if you explain exactly whats required for this position,但如果可以的话，我想先说明一下我目前工作的内容，并且请您明确解释一下这个职位的要求，然后再来谈薪水比较好，because Im not sure if the two jobs are comparable.因为我无法确定这两个工作是否具有可比性。 93你为什么不在这个年纪多赚一点Why arent you earning more at your age?你为什么不在这个年纪多赚一点？I work for a small company.我在一家小公司工作。My employer finds my work valuable and indispensable to the company success.老板认为我的工作很有价值，而且是公司成功经营的重要因素。In fact, he says I am the best employee he has ever had, but he just cannot afford to pay me more.事实上，他说我是他所雇用过的最好的员工，但是他没有办法支付我更多的薪水。 94 你听到的本公司的最负面的消息是What is the worst thing you have heard about our firm?你听到的与本公司有关的最负面的事是什么？Your company has a reputation for being hard to get into-the turnover rate is low and the hiring process is rigorous.我听说贵公司是公认的难进的公司，员工流动率低，录用过程严格。 95 在我们所处的行业中，你看到了什么重要趋势What important trends do you see in your industry?在我们所处的行业中，你看到了什么重要趋势？While the broadband market continues to grow, the growth has slowed down for over a year.宽带市场虽然仍在继续发展当中，但是一年多来发展速度已经减缓许多。Many new entrants, especially DSL providers, collapsed, and a handful of CATV operators and telos dominate the market now.许多新加入的公司，特别是DSL公司倒闭了；少数几个CATV公司和电信公司几乎独占市场。Exemplified by the pending merger between ABC CATV and XYZ Broadband, the industry consolidation has begun and will continue.ABC CATV与XYZ宽带即将完成的合并案代表这个行业的兼并已经开始，今后也将继续进行。The price of equipment continues to decline and low-end vendors are increasingly introducing more sophisticated products, entering the middle-end market.设备的价格继续下滑，专卖低端产品的厂商也相继推出更加精密的产品，进军中端市场。 96 你怎样看待在小公司工作How do you feel about working for a small company?你怎样看待在小公司工作？I always wanted to work for a small company because I dont want to become a tiny cog in a huge machine.我一直希望小公司工作，因为我不想成为一台大型机器中的一个极小的齿轮。My friends who work for large companies say they work only in specific areas.我的一些在大公司工作的朋友说，他们只能在特定的领域工作。Large companies encourage specialization of skills.大企业鼓励技术专业化，Id like to get involved in every aspect of business.而我想要接触到公司的每一个方面，I want to see how the entire operation takes place.想看看整体业务是如果进行的。In a smaller company, there is a hands-on involvement that brings a sense of accomplishment less available in a large company.在小一些的公司，可以直接参与工作，而那能够带来在大公司难以获得的成就感。 97 你想从这份工作中得到什么What do you look for in the job?你想从这份工作中得到什么？I look for challenges, opportunities to grow professionally and personally, and opportunities to make a difference for the company I work for and the customers it serves.我在寻找富有挑战性，职业和个人素质皆能有所发展，并且可以为公司和顾客带来改变的机会。We will spend most of our waking hours at the workplace-the job makes up the core of ones life in many ways.除了睡觉，我们大部分时间都在工作场所度过，也就是说，在很多方面，工作其实是我们生活的重心。Then it has to bring some meaning to your life, not just a paycheck.因此，工作不仅应该为我们带来报酬，还必须为我们的人生带来某些意义。I need to get a sense of fulfillment from a job.我想从工作中得到一种成就感。This position sounds like one that is challenging and fulfilling.这个职位听起来既充满挑战性，又可以使人获得成就感。 98 你认为要做好这份工作有哪些是不可或缺的What do you think it takes to be successful in this position?你认为要做好这份工作，什么是不可或缺的？I believe extensive experience in marketing and public relations is essential to succeed in the position.我认为要将这份工作做好，必须具有广泛的市场营销和公共关系经验。The position requires planning and implementing innovative consumer campaigns.这个职位需要策划和实施创新的消费宣传活动，Good organizational and communication skills are also required as it involves joint marketing programs with business partners.并且因为要与商业伙伴共同进行营销计划，出色的组织能力和沟通技巧也是必要的。The ability to manage multiple marketing projects simultaneously and to control substantial budgets is a must, as these things could get out of my experience.此外，同时负责多个营销计划和控制大额预算的能力也是不可或缺的，因为从我的经验来看，像贵公司这样，工作步调如此之快，很容易陷入失控的局面。Plus, you need the desire to excel at what you do and commitment to the organizational goal.而且，必须在工作上渴望突破，致力于公司目标的实现。As you can see in my resume, I possess what it takes to be successful in this position.从我的简历中您可以了解，我具备了做好这份工作的所有条件。 99 你拥有哪些和这个职位相关的资质What qualifications do you have that relate to the position?你拥有哪些与这个职位相关的资质？I have 14 years of experience as financial officer of a large multinational, including a track record of contributing to bottom-line results by reducing costs and implementing effective financial conditions.我在一家大型跨国公司担任了14年的财务主管，我的业绩记录包括降低成本和实施有效的财务管理政策，为公司的收益贡献良多。我在合同和支付条件的谈判方面也颇有成效。I also have extensive experience in creating and implementing effective financial, budgeting and accounting systems.另外，我也拥有许多设计和执行有效的财务，预算和会计系统的经验。I have demonstrated strong leadership and managerial skills.我有较强的领导能力和管理能力。In my last job, I supervised a treasury staff of seven and an additional 62 handling risk management and workers compensation claims.在上一份工作中，我手下有7位财务人员和62位处理风险管理和劳工赔偿要求的人员。I truly believe, form all youve told me, that my experience and skills are ideal for this position.听了您的说明，我深信，我的经验和技术非常适合这个职位。I believe Im the right person.我坚信自己能胜任。 100 请描述一下你所做过的最好的工作Describ