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Describe an important decision made with the help of other people: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • What the decision was
  • Who helped you / how they helped
  • Why you needed help
  • And explain the result of the decision
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Cue 1:What the decision was

  • Clearly state the important decision you made, ensuring it is specific and relevant.
  • Provide context about why this decision was significant to you.

Example

The important decision I made was to pursue a master's degree in business administration. This was a significant step for me as I wanted to enhance my career prospects and gain deeper knowledge in my field.

Cue 2:Who helped you / how they helped

  • Mention the people who assisted you in making this decision, such as family, friends, or mentors.
  • Explain the specific ways they contributed, whether through advice, encouragement, or sharing their experiences.

Example

My parents played a crucial role in this decision. They encouraged me to pursue higher education and shared their own experiences of how it helped them in their careers. Additionally, my friend, who had already completed his MBA, provided insights into the program and its benefits.

Cue 3:Why you needed help

  • Discuss the reasons you felt you needed assistance in making this decision.
  • Highlight any uncertainties or challenges you faced that prompted you to seek guidance.

Example

I needed help because I was unsure about the right course and institution to choose. With so many options available, I felt overwhelmed and wanted to ensure that I made the best choice for my future.

Cue 4:And explain the result of the decision

  • Describe the outcome of your decision and how it impacted your life.
  • Reflect on any lessons learned or changes that occurred as a result.

Example

As a result of this decision, I successfully enrolled in a reputable MBA program. It has opened up numerous opportunities for me, including internships and job offers. I learned the importance of seeking advice and support from others when making significant life choices.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, making the decision to pursue my MBA with the help of my family and friends was a transformative experience. It taught me the value of collaboration and the importance of seeking guidance when faced with important choices.

    Following this structure will ensure you cover all the essential points while providing a clear and engaging response to the cue card topic.

    Tips to answer this Cue Card

    1: Vague Descriptions

    Avoid being too general when describing the decision. Vague answers can make it hard for the examiner to understand the significance of the decision and the role of others.

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    Provide specific details about the decision, including what it was and the exact contributions of those who helped you.

    2: Neglecting Personal Impact

    Don't forget to explain how the decision affected you personally. Failing to do so can make your response less engaging and meaningful.

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    Include your feelings and thoughts about the decision and how it changed your perspective or situation.

    Ignoring the Result

    Avoid omitting the outcome of the decision. Not discussing the result can leave your answer incomplete and less impactful.

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    Clearly explain the result of the decision and how it influenced your life or the lives of others involved.

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    Band >7

    well I had made many important decision but one of the crucial decision that I remember was the maths project so I was not so good at the mathematics and I was assigned with a project on that subject so I was really struggling to find a perfect topic for the project and I decided to take help from my classmates and teacher so they suggested me a very good topic that was on trigonometry section of mathematics so they guided me throughout the session and they project about the subheadings and all so at last the content turned out to be so good and I presented that project to the examiner all the detailing about the subheadings headings was so presented with perfect manner and examiner was so impressed he asked me about from where I got ideas so yes I took the name of my classmates and teachers they also got praised from the examiner and at last when I scored good grades I thanked to my teacher as well as my friends and classmates they helped me with the subject and of course it was not my task and when with the help of them I was able to conquer it and I was so happy at last seeing my good grades and I also helped another student who was struggling in the biology and as I was good in that I was good at that subject I helped him with his project so yes his project also was made very good and at last he thanked me that I helped him and he also got good grades so it was one of the important decision that I made with the help of the other people and the decision was really very helpful for me

    Band 7

    An important decision that I made was choosing to go for higher studies. My parents helped me with this decision. I needed help since I was very confused. I was at crossroads and I couldn't decide which way to go. My parents helped me channelize my thoughts into meaningful cues to help me decide what I want to do. It's a very important decision since it changes the course of my life and is a major crossroad in the course of my life. In the course of my career and professional life.

    Band 6-7

    An important decision was made for me or by me with the help of my father during my last year of graduation. I was almost three months to get my semester end and this semester was the last one. I was preparing for the placements going on in my campus. I got a placement offer from a company. It's approximately of 3 lakhs or 3.5 lakhs per LPA. That doesn't suit me during that time. I just asked my father about it. What should I do? Should I take it or go for further studies? At that time, he helped me by selecting a further study option and given me advice to have a time to learn, not to do something which was not much productive at that time. I started exploring international master's program for my future growth during that time. When I just completed my bachelor's, my father and me started researching about it.

    Band 6-7

    It was a pleasant evening, it was drizzling outside. I went outside with my dad to the charity. It is kind of a child-age home, where the little young ones are without their parents. Actually, we went to adopt a baby for my relative. Once I entered inside, I saw those children, they were suffering a lot for the food, cloth, shelter. Because there is no extra facilities over there available for them. So, I decided to do something with them. So, we offered a lunch for them. I asked with the dad to get a child, but that was in a situation where we cannot adopt a child over there. So, we have offered a food for everyone. It was around 130 children who were there. Once I came home, my full thought was on that specific thing. Why these people are being alone over there? And why they have left here? What is the main reason behind? Then I talked to my dad and to my relatives. We started a charity, we provided the food, shelter, cloth, everything. In current situation, it is near to my home and we are doing a lot of facilities for the children. For their upgrading, giving a proper education, giving their extracurricular activities and bringing up their skills outside for their better career. Also, we are planning for opening a new charity office near to the school.

    Band 6-7

    I would like to talk about an important decision I made regarding choosing my subjects for the upcoming academic year. I wasn't completely sure about which subjects to take, so I asked for the advice from my parents and senior students at school and many other people were giving me advices. My parents helped me by explaining their career opportunities related to each subject and what could suit my interests and strengths as they knew my character and my abilities. So they explained about the subjects which are there and the senior student who was studying at the college had shared their personal experience and also told me which subjects were more manageable and enjoyable. With their guidance, I finally decided to choose Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics which I believe will give me a strong foundation for my future studies. The decision was most important because it will influence my career path and opportunities I can pursue later. Overall, getting a help from others not made the decision easier but also gave me more confidence that I had made the right choice for the life.

    Band 6-7

    Yes, of course, I remember the important decision which I made by the help of other people. I would like to describe the moment which happened a couple of days ago. The technology and social media have made people communication faster, accessible and increasingly global. But even though, at that time, I was not able to get a proper guidance from the artificial intelligence or any types of technology. Then later, my elder brother came and sat with me and he gave me consistently motivation and he recharged my mind whenever I am tired and unmotivated. The decision was, I was very lagging in choosing the Germany courses. Then one of my professor consistently gave me a constructive feedback and gave me idea to improve my preparation step by step. Then later, the process was quite easy. I was able to achieve my successful Germany courses. Then later, I came to know about the quote said by the famous entrepreneur Elon Musk, persistence and never giving up will encourage you to achieve focused. Then I remembered this quote and I have applied in my life too. This experience taught me that decision made by others will also make you success until and unless they take care of you.

    Band 6-7

    So, one of the most important decision that I took in my life with the help of other people is the decision to go to a gym. After my 12th standard, I had got a considerable amount of free time. I really wanted to go to the gym and have a very good physique but the reason which held me back was my insecure feelings about the thin body which I had. It was my friend Ashwin who helped me, who started going along with me to take the decision to be confident about going to the gym. I really thank him at this particular time for helping me in taking that decision. It changed my life as a whole. It changed the way I look into the physical fitness of myself. So everyday when I go to the gym, I am sure that there is something new that I want to do. There is something very exciting that I want to do. So this is one decision that I took with the help of my dear friend. This has changed the whole way of dealing with physical fitness. Earlier I considered that physical fitness only includes going for a walk, running, jogging, etc. But yes, the moment I started going to the gym, I understood that we have to give importance to all the body parts so that we can train them equally. Because doing just cardio will only affect your overall health. But if you want to have a very good looking body, then you will have to work out. The reason why I had to take this decision with the help of my friend is because of so many reasons like my insecure feelings and all. I am really glad that it got sold.

    Band 6-7

    So the decision was that how I will pursue my master's degree and where from I should pursue it and my parents helped me a lot to guide me about what to do for the future and I need help because I am very confused what course should I pursue and where should I will pursue but my parents helped me a lot and after listening their advice I applied and now the end result was very good I am very happy to join the college and course it was a great experience for me.

    Band 6-7

    Actually, I want to talk about it. The discussion is about my future plan to study, to complete my masters in another country or still continue it here. I made this conversation with my uncle who is really supportive to me. I have the plan to go abroad and I want to complete my masters there. But in some difficult conditions, my parents said no for it. But I struggled a lot to convince them. Finally, they are convinced and now I am planning for it, to complete my education and to complete my masters in German.

    Band 6-7

    So, one main decision that I took was to pursue my higher studies. Right now I am currently pursuing my bachelors and I have taken the decision to pursue higher studies and not to go for a job. So my parents helped me take this decision and at this stage I needed this help because I was not very much matured to take a correct decision for my career. So at that point their support helped me channelize my path and decide what was right for me. And right now I am almost in process with my applications for the graduate admissions and I feel this is the correct decision because it would shape my path better and it was my dream to study higher always. And at that point I feel that the decision I have taken is the right one and yeah my parents have played a major role in helping me take that decision and I feel I have taken the best decision now. I am looking forward to get admitted into my dream universities and pursue my higher studies and look into a job maybe after 4-5 years. This decision has made me realize or has made me decide where I would stand down the lane next 5 years.
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