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To get a pay raise, a person should ______.
A．advertise himself on the job market
B．persuade his boss to sign a long-term contract
C．try to get inside information about the organization
D．do something to impress his boss just before merit pay decisions
A．ensure that permanent staff earn the same as contract staff
B．expand company training programmes for new and old employees
C．conduct more research into the reasons for staff leaving
D．offer top rates to attract the best specialist consultants
To get a pay raise, a person should ________.
A．advertise himself on the job market
B．persuade his boss to sign a long-term contract
C．try to get inside information about the organization
D．do something to impress his boss just before merit pay decisions
We concluded that persons with fixed incomes, for example, the elderly who depend upon pensions, and persons with slow-rising incomes as, for example, an employee with a salary agreed to in a long-term contract, will be most seriously affected by inflation. Please remember that while their dollar incomes, stay the same, the cost of goods and services rises, and in effect, real income decreases, that is, they are able to purchase less with the same amount of money.
We also talked about the fact that stockholders and persons with business interests and investments would probably benefit most from inflation, since high prices would increase sales receipts, and profits would likely rise faster than the cost of living.
And now, before we begin today's lecture, are there any questions about the term, inflation or any of the examples given in our discussion so far？
What's the main purpose of the talk？
A．To introduce the concept of inflation.
B．To discuss the causes of inflation.
C．To review yesterday's lecture on inflation.
D．To argue in favor of inflation.
听力原文： Last week we discussed the problem of rising prices, or, in the economist's terms, inflation. We noted that, during periods of inflation, all prices and incomes do not rise at the same rate. Some incomes rise more slowly than the cost of living, and a few do not rise at all. Other incomes rise more rapidly than the cost of living.
We concluded that persons with fixed incomes as, for example, the elderly who depend upon pensions, and persons with slow-rising incomes as, for example, an employee with a salary agreed to in a long-term contract, will be most seriously affected by inflation. Please recall that while their dollar incomes stay the same, the cost of goods and services rises, and in effect, real income decreases; that is, they are able to purchase less with the same amount of money. We also talked about the fact that stockholders and persons with business interests and investments would probably benefit most from inflation, since high prices would increase sales receipts, and profits would likely rise faster than the cost of living.
And now, before we begin today's lecture, are there any questions about the term "inflation"？
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A．To introduce the concept of inflation.
B．To discuss the causes of inflation.
C．To review last week's lesson on inflation.
D．To argue in favor of inflation.
•For each question (13-18), mark one letter (A, B, C or D) on your Answer Sheet.
Problems in the IT industry
In the information technology industry, it is widely acknowledged that how well IT departments of the future can fulfil their business goals will depend not on the regular updating of technology, which is essential for them to do, but on how well they can hold on to the people skilled at manipulating the newest technology. This is becoming more difficult. Best estimates of the current shortfall In IT staff in the UK are between 30,000 and 50,000, and growing.
And there is no end to the problem in sight. A severe industry-wide lack of investment in training means the long-term skills base is both ageing and shrinking. Employers are chasing experienced staff in ever-decreasing circles, and, according to a recent government report, 250,000 new IT jobs will be created over the next decade.
Most employers are confining themselves to dealing with the immediate problems. There is little evidence, for example, that they are stepping up their intake of raw recruits for in* house training, or retraining existing staff from other functions. This is the course of action recommended by the Computer Software Services Association, but research shows its members are adopting the short-term measure of bringing in more and more consultants on a contract basis. However, this approach is becoming less and less acceptable as the general shortage of skills, coupled with high demand, sends contractor rates soaring. An experienced contract programmer, for example, can now earn at least double the current permanent salary.
With IT professionals increasingly attracted to the financial rewards and flexibility of consultancy work, average staff turnover rates are estimated to be around 15%. While many companies in the financial services sector are managing to contain their losses by offering skilled IT stall 'golden handcuffs' - deferred loyalty bonuses that tie them in until a certain date - other organisations, like local governments, are unable to match the competitive salaries and perks on offer in the private sector and contractor market, and are suffering turnover rates of up to 60% a year.
But while loyalty bonuses have grabbed the headlines, there are other means of holding on to staff. Some companies are doing additional IT pay reviews in the year and paying market premiums. But such measures can create serious employee relations problems among those excluded, both within and outside IT departments. Many Industry experts advise employers to link bonuses to performance wherever possible. However, employers are realising that bonuses will only succeed if they are accompanied by other incentives such as attractive career prospects, training, and challenging work that meets the individual's long-term ambitions.
This means managers need to allocate assignments more strategically and think about advancing their staff as well as their business. Some employers advocate giving key employees projects that would normally be handled by people with slightly more experience or capability. For many employers, however, the urgency of the problem demands a more immediate solution, such as recruiting skilled workers from overseas. But even this is not easy, with strict quotas on the number of work permits issued. In addition, opposition to the recruitment of IT people from other countries is growing, as many professionals believe it will lead to
A．their success at retaining their skilled staff.
B．the extent to which they invest in new technology.
C．their attempts to recruit staff with the necessary skills.
D．the ability of employees to keep up with the latest developments.
听力原文： We all find that learning English takes effort and dedication. There are times when you seem to hit a plateau in learning. A plateau here refers to a flat spot, during which you don't feel any advancement taking place. Educational research reveals this is normal. But don't give up. Keep on studying and practicing, and you will soon feel as if you are progressing once again. Just tell yourself that it's a temporary condition. Meanwhile, study faithfully, do your best, and the rewards will be worth the struggle.
Why do we learn English？ Most people say that English now becomes an international language, and it is a very useful tool, a means to achieve something else. But specifically, what is the use of a foreign language？ We may use it to communicate freely with a native speaker. We may use it to get a job with a decent pay. We may use it to help negotiate a business contract with a foreign company. In any case, when you hurry through the last lesson of the language course, you'll have your completion certificate hanging on your wall. A certificate may mean nothing in comparison with your accomplishment. What is really significant is that you' have learnt to use that language to your advantage and benefit. A certificate may get stained, lost or be destroyed in a fire, but what's in your memory will go with you wherever you go. A language skill is worth money in today's international business world. So study well and cash in on success !
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A．A temporary condition where you don't feel any progress in learning.
B．A flat and smooth spot in your study where you make fewer mistakes.
C．A long-term struggle which does not bring you any tangible rewards.
D．An educational research on language learning that is unusual and advanced.
I did not get what I wanted when I did not ask for it. We had cubicle (小隔间) offices and window offices.I sat in the cubicles with several male colleagues. One by one they were moved into window offices, while I remained in the cubicles, several males who were hired after me also went to offices. One in particular told me he was next in line for an office and that it had been part of his negotiations for the job. I guess they thought me content to stay in the cubicles since I did not voice my opinion either way.
It would be nice if we all received automatic pay increases equal to our merit, but “nice” isn’t a quality attributed to most organizations. If you feel you deserve a significant raise in pay, you’ll probablyhave to ask for it.
Performance is your best bargaining chip (筹码) when you are seeking a raise. You must be able to demonstrate that you deserve a raise. Timing is also a good bargaining chip. If you can give your boss something he or she needs (a new client or a sizable contract, for example) just before merit pay decisions are beingmade, you are more likely to get the raise you want.
Use information as a bargaining chip too. Find out what you are worth on the open market. What will someone else pay for your services？
Go into the negotiations prepared to place your chips on the table at the appropriate time and prepared touse communication style. to guide the direction of the interaction.
According to the passage, before taking a job, a person should ________.
A.demonstrate his capability
B.give his boss a good impression
C.ask for as much money as he can
D.ask for the salary he hopes to get
What can be inferred from Beth’s story？A.Prejudice against women still exists in some organizations.
B.If people want what they deserve, they have to ask for it.
C.People should not be content with what they have got.
D.People should be careful when negotiating for a job.
We can learn from the passage that ________.A.unfairness exists in salary increases
B.most people are overworked and underpaid
C.one should avoid overstating one’s performance
D.most organizations give their staff automatic pay raises
To get a pay raise, a person should ________.A.advertise himself on the job market
B.persuade his boss to sign a long-term contract
C.try to get inside information about the organization
D.do something to impress his boss just before merit pay decisions
To be successful in negotiations, one must ________.A.meet his boss at the appropriate time
B.arrive at the negotiation table punctually
C.be good at influencing the outcome of the interaction
D.be familiar with what the boss likes and dislikes
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Long-term potential is_______ sacrificed for short-term performance.
A．never
B．no
C．none
D．rare
