End-of-Year Review Meeting - Vocabulary
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What is the main purpose of an end-of-year review meeting?

  • To assign new office tasks to colleagues.
  • To discuss your overall performance and future goals. (correct)
  • To calculate your salary for next year.
  • To plan a holiday.

If you want to discuss your 'working conditions,' what topics might you include?

  • The number of plants in your office.
  • Salary, work hours, and paid holidays. (correct)
  • The color of your office walls.
  • Your favorite hobbies.

Which statement accurately defines the term 'invoice'?

  • A record of vacation days taken.
  • A report of employee performance.
  • A document showing money owed. (correct)
  • A schedule of weekly tasks.

What does it mean to work 'part-time'?

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What is a common goal you might set for an end-of-year review?

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Being 'responsible for' something means you are not in charge of it.

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An 'invoice' is a document used to organize your weekly work schedule.

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Working 'part-time' means you work more hours than a full-time employee.

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Flexitime allows employees to choose their working hours.

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An achievement is something that you have failed to complete.

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One of my __________ this year was successfully completing a new project.

<p>achievements</p> Signup and view all the answers

I work __________, which allows me to spend more time with my family.

<p>part-time</p> Signup and view all the answers

One of my main __________ is to communicate with clients.

<p>duties</p> Signup and view all the answers

I requested __________ so I could start work at different hours.

<p>flexitime</p> Signup and view all the answers

My __________ this year was to learn how to use new software.

<p>goal</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following work-related terms with their correct definitions:

<p>Achievement = Something you have successfully completed Job title = Your position in a company Flexitime = Flexible working hours Invoice = A document showing money owed</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to work achievements with their examples:

<p>Goal = To improve communication skills Achievement = Successfully completed a project Duties = Tasks such as attending meetings Flexitime = Ability to choose starting work hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts related to work reviews with their importance:

<p>Discussing areas of growth = Helps identify development opportunities Requesting improved working conditions = Enhances employee satisfaction Setting goals = Guides future performance expectations Recognizing achievements = Boosts morale and motivation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following phrases to their significance in a business review context:

<p>Working part-time = Allows for more personal time Discussing salary = Relevant for future financial planning Evaluating performance = Essential for career advancement Setting objectives = Clarifies expectations for the future</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following workplace concepts with their effects on job performance:

<p>Improvement = Enhances skills and productivity Flexitime = Increases work-life balance Duties = Clarifies responsibilities Achievements = Builds a positive reputation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to job conditions with their definitions:

<p>flexitime = Flexible working hours high-stress = An environment causing a lot of stress work-life balance = The equilibrium between work and personal life job security = The assurance of continued employment</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following job-related adjectives with their meanings:

<p>autonomous = Able to work independently well-paid = Receiving a high salary challenging = Difficult and demanding repetitive = Involving the same tasks repeatedly</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following verbs related to workplace actions with their descriptions:

<p>to collaborate with = To work together with others to improve = To make something better to specialise in = To focus on a specific area of work to get a pay rise = To receive an increase in salary</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts related to career development with their descriptions:

<p>career development = Opportunities for professional growth starting salary = Initial compensation for a job accomplishment = Successful completion of a goal responsibility = Duties expected in a role</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following workplace conditions with their characteristics:

<p>fast-paced = A quick and dynamic work environment heavy workload = Having too many tasks to manage safe = Free from risk or danger rewarding = Providing satisfaction and fulfillment</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of topics you might include in a request to improve your working conditions?

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Why is it important to discuss areas of growth during a review meeting?

<p>Discussing areas of growth helps in identifying professional development needs and setting future goals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can showcasing your achievements in a review impact your career progression?

<p>Showcasing achievements illustrates your contributions and capabilities, which can lead to promotions or new opportunities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does feedback play in a year-end review meeting?

<p>Feedback provides insights into one's performance and identifies areas that need improvement for future growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How might a discussion about your job title influence your career expectations?

<p>A discussion about my job title can clarify my current role and align it with my career aspirations and responsibilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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End-of-year review meeting purpose

A meeting to discuss performance, achievements, areas for growth, and future goals.

Working conditions

Aspects of your work environment such as your salary, work hours, paid holidays, and location.

Responsible for something

Being in charge of something and taking ownership of it

Part-time

Working fewer hours than a full-time employee.

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Achievement

Something you did successfully.

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Invoice

A document that shows the amount of money owed for goods or services provided.

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Duties

Responsibilities or tasks that are part of your job.

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Flexitime

A work schedule that allows employees to choose their own start and finish times within a certain range.

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Job title

The name of the position you hold in a company.

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What is the main purpose of an end-of-year review meeting?

To discuss your overall performance, achievements, areas for growth, and set goals for the next year.

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What are working conditions?

Aspects of your work environment, including salary, work hours, paid holidays, and location.

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What does 'responsible for' mean?

Being in charge of a specific task or area and taking ownership for its success.

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What is flexitime?

A flexible work schedule where employees can adjust their start and finish times within a predetermined range.

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What is an invoice?

A document that shows the amount of money owed for goods or services provided.

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What are areas for growth?

Skills or aspects of your work that need improvement or further development.

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Annual Review

A meeting that takes place every year to evaluate your work performance, achievements, areas for improvement, and set goals for the future.

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Collaborate

To work together with others on a project or task, sharing ideas and responsibilities.

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Work-Life Balance

A state where you can successfully manage both your professional and personal life.

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Job Security

The stability of your job and the likelihood that you will keep it.

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Pay Rise

An increase in your salary, usually based on good performance or increased responsibilities.

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What's the main goal of a review meeting?

To discuss your performance and achievements throughout the year, identify areas for improvement, and set goals for the future.

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What to discuss in a review meeting?

During a review meeting, you discuss your achievements, areas for improvement, future goals, and potential changes to your work responsibilities and conditions.

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Area for Growth

A skill or aspect of your work that you need to improve or develop further.

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Study Notes

End-of-Year Review Meeting Preparation

  • Purpose: Discuss overall performance, future goals.
  • Working Conditions: Work hours, salary, paid holidays.
  • Responsibility: Being in charge of something.
  • Invoice: Document for money owed.
  • Part-time: Working fewer hours than full-time.
  • Achievements: Successful project completion, new client acquisitions are examples.
  • Goals: Learning new software, improving teamwork.
  • Areas of Growth: Punctuality improvements are an example.
  • Requests: Flexitime (flexible working hours) is an example.
  • Job Title: Office clerk is one example.

Vocabulary

  • Flexitime: Flexible work hours
  • Duties: Tasks, responsibilities
  • Achievements: Successful completions
  • Part-time: Not full-time
  • Improvement: Progress in skills.
  • Goal: Aim, target
  • Workload: Amount of work.
  • Safe: Secure, not risky
  • High-stress/Fast-paced: Intense work environments

Review Meeting Questions

  • Working Conditions: Include requests for changes in work hours, salary, or other conditions.
  • Areas of Growth: Discuss areas needing improvement, such as punctuality or collaboration.

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Prepare for your end-of-year review meeting with this quiz focused on key vocabulary and concepts related to performance discussions, goals, and improvements. Understand terms like flexitime, achievements, and responsibilities to articulate your progress effectively.

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Business situation end-of-year review meeting My company organises end-of-year review meetings every December. responsibility (n.) Now that I am in my 2nd year, I have more responsibilities. to be responsible for (+ ing) (v.) I am responsible for shipping new orders. working conditions (n.) Working conditions include work hours, salary, number of paid holidays, … achievement (n.) One of my biggest achievements this year has been to find a number of new clients. goal (n.) One of my goals in this chapter is to be able to discuss working conditions. area of growth (n.) I need to work on being more punctual. This is one of my areas of growth. request (n.) One of my requests was to have flexitime. job title (n.) I am an office clerk, this is my job title. office worker (n.) At my workplace, there are three office workers, including myself. office clerk (n.) My parents have been office clerks for years. work hours (n.) I work from 8 am to 5 pm. Those are my work hours. fixed hours (loc.) Do you work fixed hours? flexitime (n.) I have recently introduced flexitime for all my staff. work schedule (n.) I have received my weekly work schedule. part-time (adj.) I work part-time, only three days a week. full-time (adj.) I work full-time, I work from 8 to 5 every day. task (n.) My different tasks include contacting clients and answering the phone. to be in charge of (+ ing) (v.) I am in charge of shipping new orders. invoice (n.) Payment is due within 30 days after receipt of the invoice. income (n.) Farming is his main source of income. well-paid (adj.) She is well-paid, she’s happy with her salary. underpaid (adj.) She is underpaid, she deserves to earn much more. varied (adj.) My job is very varied as I do many different things. repetitive (adj.) This task is very repetitive, there isn’t much change. stressful (adj.) My job is very stressful, I have too many responsibilities. competitive (adj.) My job is very competitive.

Preparing for an end-of-year review meeting annually (adv.) This review takes place annually. overall performance (n.) Your overall performance was very satisfactory. to collaborate (v.) We often collaborate with two other companies. accomplishment (n.) One of my biggest accomplishments this year has been to find a number of new clients. valuable (adj.) This employee is a valuable addition to our company. to improve (v.) You need to improve your writing skills. improvement (n.) You have shown improvement in your writing skills. request (n.) One of my requests is to have flexitime.

Talking about different job and working conditions high-stress (adj.) We both work in a high-stress environment. fast-paced (adj.) He’s moved to the country and given up his fast-paced lifestyle. to communicate with (v.) I regularly communicate with customers. suitable (adj.) This shirt was a suitable choice for the job interview. challenging (adj.) My job is challenging, I am faced with new tasks all the time. heavy workload (n.) I have a heavy workload, I have too much to do. flexible (adj.) You need to be flexible to adapt to all types of situations. safe (adj.) I’ll be safe if I don’t take risks. unsafe (adj.) This bridge is unsafe, it’s too unstable. wages (n.) His wages have gone up. creative (adj.) I have lots of ideas, I need a creative job. imaginative (adj.) She wrote an imaginative story. to collaborate with (v.) We often collaborate with two other companies. work-life balance (n.) Work-life balance is important for me, I need time for my hobbies and my family. rewarding (adj.) My job is rewarding, it gives me a lot of satisfaction. job security (n.) The economic crisis is threatening job security. innovative (adj.) She has an innovative way of teaching, she tries new methods. wellbeing / well-being (n.) My company cares about the wellbeing of its staff.

Your voc list: Comparing jobs and working conditions to specialise in (v.) I specialised in marketing. duty (n.) Some of my duties include answering emails and sending invoices. career development (n.) This company encourages career development. starting salary (n.) Starting salaries are low in this company. autonomous (adj.) She is very autonomous, she rarely needs my help. hardworking, hard-working (adj.) They are hardworking, they work with energy and commitment. to work overtime (v.) I sometimes work overtime at the end of the year. to get a pay rise/raise (v.) She got a pay rise/raise last year due to her good results. to agree with (v.) I agree with you. to disagree with (v.) I disagree with you, you are wrong. on (the) one hand (loc.) On (the) one hand, you seem right. on the other hand (loc.) But on the other hand, I think you’re making a mistake. as I see it (loc.) As I see it, it would be better to wait. moreover (adv.) This job isn’t well-paid. Moreover it’s repetitive. although (conj.) She walked home by herself, although she knew it was dangerous. for example (loc.) This job has many benefits, for example its flexible work hours. for instance (loc.) This job has many benefits, for instance its flexible work hours. nevertheless (adv.) They are very tired, nevertheless they came to work. however (conj.) I think I could earn a lot of money, however, I won’t invest in this company. what is more (adv.) He is innovative, and what is more, he is reliable. such as (prep.) In this zoo, you’ll see many animals, such as buffalos and giraffes. in my opinion (prep.) In my opinion, this isn’t a good idea.

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