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PART ONE - HOW TO DEVELOP CONFIDENCE AT WORK

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YOUR STRENGTHS / WHAT YOUR STRENGTHS

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ARE

3 TRUST / COMMON GROUND

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PART TWO - HOW TO CHANGE YOUR CAREER

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TRANSCRIPTS:
TASK 1 – TIPS FOR ONLINE SHOPPING
Ex. 0 - But if it’s like a tight pair of jeans then I’m not gonna risk buying them online, because I
know chances are they probably won’t fit properly, and I don’t wanna have to go through the
whole hassle of like returning something and shipping it back. So that’s definitely something to
keep in mind when you’re shopping online, it’s your height, your size; and just thinking, OK,
what are the chances that this will fit you properly before you go ahead and make the pur-
chase. If it’s a store that I really know well, and I bought multiple things from them in the past,
and I know it fits properly, then I have no problem. But if it’s someone I haven’t ordered from
before, I’m always really skeptical, so I’d rather just not.
1. If you’ve purchased products online before you’re probably familiar with some of the larger
retailers like Amazon or Ebay. These sites have become so popular in part because they have
earned a good reputation for protecting their customers personal information. With sites like
this, there’s less to worry about in general. However, there may be a time when you find that
the hunt for a rare or specific item has taken you off the beaten path in the online marketplace.
If you find yourself shopping on an unfamiliar site, make sure you look for https and the pad-
lock symbol in the address bar. These things indicate that the side is SSL (Secure Sockets
Layer) encrypted which means it provides the security necessary to better protect your per-
sonal information.
2. To have the best possible experience buying online, there a few important things to remem-
ber and it all starts with your computer at home. Making sure your computer’s operating sys-
tem and internet browser are up to date, and installing some good malware-protection software
is your first line of defense against viruses, malware or fraudulent activity. To further protect
sensitive information like credit card numbers, your best bet is to shop from home. Avoid using
public Wi-Fi or public PCs like library computers.
3. So many options available, but if you’re unfamiliar with the company, it’s so important to do
your research and make sure that your money is being well spent. So there’s a few good op-
tions online for checking out stores. Usually they have a rating, and those are all from cus-
tomer reviews. You can see all the negative reviews, you can see positive reviews. And then
you can see how the company has responded to those. So that’s a really great way to do your
research on a company, just to see how their customer service is. There’s nowhere feeling like
feeling like your money was not well-spent or you felt cheated by a company, so it’s so impor -
tant to do your research before you make any sort of commitment with your hard-earned
money.
4. And always be sure to make note of phone number and physical addresses so you know
who to make contact with in case there’s a problem with your transaction. No matter what site
you are shopping on, whenever you log in with an online retailer, you want to make sure that
your passwords are strong, long and different for every site that you shop with. This will make
it harder for your account to be hacked, further protecting your privacy. Above all else, remem -
ber to never send cash through the mail, use a money wiring service, give out your social se-
curity number or send credit card information over email.
5. Often there’s really only one thing standing between your sensitive information and crimi-
nals: your password. They can get in the bank accounts and private files and wreak havoc. It’s
important to know what makes a password strong and secure. In addition to single words,
phrases can also be easy to remember. Maybe it’s a favourite song lyric or a quote. An exam -
ple is, Jack and Jill went up the hill. That’s easy to remember, right? Well, your password is
there. It’s the first letter of each word. That’s not something that’s easily guessed. First, it’s not
in the dictionary. This makes guessing it harder. There are about 60,000 words in English. A
computer can test up those words pretty quickly, so don’t use them. This password can still be
stronger by adding upper-case letters, numbers or special characters.

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6. So I try not to shop more with a list in mind instead of just going on websites and browsing
through absolutely everything cause that’s a great way to buy some stuff that you really don’t
need. So when you have a list of things that you really want, then you’re not overspending and
you’re just adding what you actually need to your wardrobe. So I find using the search bar like,
say I was on the hunt for a black pencil skirt, then I would search “black skirt” and see what
pops up and I’ll go to all my favourite stores and see what’s popping up there, and then I’ll nar-
row it down to my favourite from there. That’s just a really great way to avoid the whole brows-
ing and adding everything to your cart. You’ll not regret that.
7. Once you are ready to purchase something, there are a few things to keep in mind when it
comes to safe payment options. Credit cards are generally your safest option or you can also
use an online payment service like Paypal or Google Wallet. These services keep your credit
card information stored on a secure server, allowing you to make purchases through them,
without revealing sensitive information to retailers. After you’ve made your purchase, print or
save the records of the transaction. Keeping a paper trail of your transaction will be valuable in
the event you have to dispute anything later.
Adapted from: https://www.youtube.com

TASK 2 – TIPS FOR IMPROVING YOUR CAREER

Part 1 - How to develop confidence at work

My name’s Davies and I am a psychotherapist with over 25 years’ experience and today I’m
going to talk about confidence at work. Even the most accomplished people can sometimes
feel insecure and doubt their abilities. This is perfectly normal. Learning to overcome these
feelings and becoming more confident at work will make you a happier and more effective
worker in the long run. We’ve put together this advice on how to feel more confident at work.
STEP 1. Be positive. Try to focus on your skills and talents as much as possible. Building self-
esteem is about finding out what your strengths are and then developing and building on them.
Your employer would not have given you the job if they did not recognize certain attributes in
you. When dealing with colleagues at work try not to compare your achievements to theirs.
You should succeed on your own terms. STEP 2. Communicate. When you are getting to
know people at work use conversation to build trust and find common ground. Use the name of
the person you are talking to. This not only makes conversation more personal but also helps
you remember people’s names. Remember that clear and open communication at work is vital
for building confidence and maintaining healthy relationships at work. STEP 3. Act confident.
The way you present yourself to others can also help you feel more confident. Be aware of
how you hold yourself and the signals that your body language is sending out. Another tool you
can use to build your confidence is the clothes that you wear and finally never underestimate
the power of a smile. It makes you more approachable and helps you feel better.
Part 2 - How to change your career
People are now having more career changes than ever before. Often moving into a completely
new direction, several times in their lifetime. Magdalene is a career(s) advisor at the King’s
College London careers service and has shared her expertise with hundreds of clients at
various different stages of their careers. It can be very daunting leaving behind an established
career and moving into something new but the results can be extremely rewarding. There are
some factors to consider however when you are moving into a new line of work. STEP 1. Why
do you want to change? Think about the reasons you want to make a career change. If you are
no longer fulfilled by your job, a new challenge could be just what you need. STEP 2. Finding
your new job. Once you know what line of work you want to change to. Consider whether you
have the necessary skills for it. You may have to get some additional training or education
before you can start work in your chosen field. It can also help to gain some unpaid experience
in the form of volunteering or an internship. It’s important to do lots of research into your new
line of work. STEP 3. Your new career. When you’ve found the job you want in your new line of
work bear in mind that it will take some time for to adapt. In some cases you’ll have to start
from the very bottom of the ladder again. You may also have to take a salary cut and this take
some getting used to.
Adapted from: https://www.youtube.com

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TASK 3 – SCHOOL BUS SAFETY

Presenter: Um we’ve got some tips for families and for drivers this morning and for that we’re
joined by Zoe Watson. Um...She’s the superintendent for Anglophone south school district and
ah she joins us now. Good morning!

Zoe Watson: Good morning Julienne! Happy new school year!

Presenter: Happy new year...as you like to say.

Zoe Watson: Yes...that’s right.

Presenter: Um how many school buses are there out on the roads this morning from Saint
Stephen all the way to Sussex?

Zoe Watson: Well, our school district Julienne encompasses 70 schools. From the Fundy
islands all the way up to Sussex corner and we have 229 school buses out there this morning
and we would be bussing each day about 18,000 of our 23,000 students so...

Presenter: That’s a lot of kids.

Zoe Watson: 18,000 children. And um each day, our buses travel about 33,000 kilometers...so
that’s a lot.

Presenter: So what are those peak hours for all of those buses on the roads?

Zoe Watson: Well, our buses would start out in the morning around 7 o’clock, certainly
between 7 and 8:30, a busy time. And then in the afternoon, our elementary school start
dismissing around a quarter to 2 in the afternoon. And our high school’s out at 3:30, so the
buses are out there until about 4:30 quarter to 5.

Presenter: OK, so the drivers will be noticing that today I would imagine. Um, let’s talk about
the morning side of things... If your kid is catching a bus for the first time today, what do they
need to keep in mind?

Zoe Watson: Well, we always advise parents um to have their children at the bus stop just a
little bit earlier those first few days. Once children do get in school, our bus driver coaches
conduct safety sessions at each school. But um very important, I guess...hence our message
this morning...um to drivers that we have children on the bus but we also have children who
are waiting at the side of the road. We have children who are going to be walking to school
today. And sometimes in school yards, there’s a fair bit of congestion as well, especially on a
rainy morning when families are up and running again.

Presenter: Are you drivers talk...of buses...talking to you about what they’re seeing on the
roads and?

Zoe Watson: Yes, very good point. Um actually for the last couple of years our bus drivers
would bring this forth as a concern. And we are seeing more and more drivers going through
the flashing red lights of school buses.

Presenter: Hmm.

Zoe Watson: School buses are large vehicles. They have the flashing yellow to indicate that
they’re going to stop, the flashing red, some of them have strobe lights on the top, they have
an arm that comes out but our drivers are concerned about the number of vehicles that are
going through the red lights.

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Presenter: This is hard to enforce now too because we only have the one plate and it’s on the
bus driver to actually identify that vehicle and report someone who goes through the flashing
light. So, are you taking steps to kind of combat this in any way?

Zoe Watson: Well, a couple of things...Last January our district met with the local law
enforcement agencies and brought this up and they were very happy to come on board with us
and do what we could together...so we have a red light postcard campaign that many of the
police detachments have been um using and passing out at their roadside stops. And then um
this summer we became part of a pilot with the department of education in early childhood
development in having external cameras on a number of our school buses. Because that’s one
of the frustrations...that if a vehicle goes through the red light, very difficult for our driver to get
the license plate, be able to identify the driver. Our buses are outfitted with GPS systems so,
we are able to tell that the red lights and yellow lights did go on but um the identification that
we need has been challenging for us to get. So, um with the external cameras there will now
be video footage and um we are working with public safety and um they will be following up on
infractions.

Presenter: I mean drivers don’t want to be unsafe here...I mean they are trying to cut corners
and trying to be on time for work or something. I mean why is it so important for them to keep
in mind kids exiting and entering the school bus?

Zoe Watson: Well, um Julienne we have many children who have to cross the street to get
across to meet their bus. And the bus drivers are doing all of...all they can to watch the traffic
and um signal to the student to come across the street but it’s just so important because none
of us wants to hear about an accident um involving a child. And um a lot of responsibility, that
our bus drivers have, there’s certainly 229 professional drivers who’ve had training and
coaching but um the last thing we want to hear is that there has been an accident.

Presenter: Absolutely!
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