Describe Your Dream Job: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • What job would it be?
  • What would you do in this job?
  • Explain why you think this would be the perfect job for you.

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My dream job is becoming the CEO of a company, specifically a multinational company. As a kid, I've always dreamt of becoming a successful woman in my life. Though success does not have terms to be defined, but I in particular want to be the CEO of any multinational company. As a CEO, I would be dealing with the clients and would provide them solutions on various things. My job would be definitely related to software as in my company because I have that expertise in me. Since I was a kid, I had these leadership skills to own a task and to take it to the very end and complete it on time. As a CEO of a company, I would be a really responsible leader, leading my company to great heights of success. I think I am a very disciplined person, so when you are the CEO of a company, you have huge responsibilities that you have to take in. But I think I have those qualities in me that I would be able to deliver my best with my good leadership and analysing skills as well as effective communication skills. I will be dealing with the clients, providing them end-to-end good business solutions and creating a good name for my company in the market. This role is really my dream role because it will give me so much confidence in life that whatever I wanted to accomplish, I did it finally.

Follow up questions


What qualities do you think are essential for a successful CEO?
I believe a successful CEO should possess strong leadership skills, effective communication, strategic thinking, and the ability to inspire and motivate their team. Additionally, adaptability and resilience are crucial in navigating challenges and making informed decisions.

How do you plan to develop your leadership skills further?
I plan to develop my leadership skills by seeking mentorship from experienced leaders, attending workshops, and taking on leadership roles in team projects. Continuous learning through reading books on leadership and management will also help me grow in this area.

What challenges do you think you might face as a CEO?
As a CEO, I might face challenges such as managing diverse teams, making tough decisions during crises, and maintaining a work-life balance. Additionally, staying ahead of industry trends and competition will require constant innovation and strategic planning.

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After the completion of my 12th standard, I was so confused. I took out my computer and I start researching about the fields that are varied and very vast. After a while, after judging myself and thinking a lot, I discovered a subject called psychology. The psychology is a subject which interests me and intrigues me a lot. It has so much information about brain and human behavior. I instantly got connected with the subject. After my 12th, I decided to pursue my bachelor's in the subject called psychology. After the completion, I have always imagined myself working as a clinical psychologist. Throughout my bachelor's years, I have imagined this where I am working in a hospital environment daily, having this exposure of human mind and behavior. I have imagined myself working and helping people in terms of solving their mental problems and challenges. I have seen that I have the capability, I have this empathetic understanding, where I can actively listen to an individual's problem going through life and mental challenges. I feel that I would do and achieve great feats in this particular job career.

Follow up questions


What specific qualities do you think are essential for a clinical psychologist?
I believe that empathy, active listening, and strong communication skills are essential for a clinical psychologist. These qualities help in understanding patients' issues deeply and building trust, which is crucial for effective therapy and support.

How do you plan to continue your education or training in psychology?
I plan to pursue a master's degree in clinical psychology after my bachelor's. This will provide me with advanced knowledge and practical experience. Additionally, I aim to attend workshops and seminars to stay updated on the latest research and techniques in the field.

What challenges do you think you might face in this career?
One of the main challenges could be dealing with emotionally taxing situations and patients' traumas. It's important to maintain a balance and practice self-care. Additionally, staying updated with new research and methodologies can be demanding but essential for effective practice.

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Band 7

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The job that I may be passionate about is the research job that's true particularly in the cancer research. Cancer is one of the deadly diseases owing to hundreds of thousands of deaths across the globe. So to combat this deadly disease I want to contribute my share to find a cure for the cancer. Furthermore research gives me a sense of belonging in terms of the work. As I am very passionate about the research this is one way to contribute to the humanity and make the world a better place to live. I am confident that once I am enrolled in my research program that I am looking forward to. I will be doing very great. I am very passionate about it. Furthermore it also requires a good supervisor to help you with your work and I am sure that if I get an enrollment in any European countries then I will be able to pursue my dream and hence I will be helping myself and the scientific community to achieve a goal where we can develop something innovative and amazing that can help the individuals to treat with their disease.

Follow up questions


What inspired you to pursue a career in cancer research?
My inspiration comes from witnessing the impact of cancer on loved ones and the urgent need for effective treatments. I believe that through research, we can uncover new therapies and improve the quality of life for patients. This personal connection drives my passion for this field.

How do you think research can change the future of medicine?
Research is the backbone of medical advancements. It leads to new discoveries, innovative treatments, and better understanding of diseases. By investing in research, we can develop targeted therapies that are more effective and have fewer side effects, ultimately transforming patient care.

What qualities do you think are essential for a successful researcher?
A successful researcher should possess curiosity, perseverance, and critical thinking skills. Additionally, effective communication and collaboration are vital, as research often involves teamwork. A strong ethical foundation is also crucial to ensure integrity in the research process.

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My dream job is counselling because I think counselling is a very good social work. We can counsel a student and so that they can able to choose their subjects and know which stream they can be so counselling is much better there are many type of counsellors like marriage counsellors, legal counsellors, child counsellors, all counsellors are good. My dream job is counselling because people need more support and counsel.

Follow up questions


What qualities do you think are important for a good counsellor?
A good counsellor should possess empathy, active listening skills, and strong communication abilities. They should be non-judgmental and able to create a safe space for clients to express their feelings. Additionally, having patience and the ability to understand diverse perspectives is crucial.

How do you think counselling can impact a person's life?
Counselling can significantly impact a person's life by providing them with the tools to cope with challenges, make informed decisions, and improve their mental health. It can help individuals gain clarity, build self-esteem, and develop better relationships, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling life.

What challenges do you think counsellors face in their profession?
Counsellors often face challenges such as dealing with clients who are resistant to change, managing their own emotional responses, and maintaining professional boundaries. They may also encounter ethical dilemmas and the pressure of ensuring confidentiality while providing effective support.

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This is a fun question. I truly believe that my dream job is to have a bakery that is also a bookstore somewhere in the mountains and that would be the perfect cozy spot for people who just want to read and enjoy a cup of coffee, a slice of cake and this is perfect for me because I enjoy a slow paced cozy day with baking and surrounded by books. That is my ultimate fantasy to be surrounded by cake and books. That sounds heaven to me. I think this would also benefit a lot of people because it'll bring together a community who would be who would have a shared interest of reading and enjoying the legacies. I would have a weekly favorite book paired with a weekly special dessert and I have just a lot of ideas on the promotional schemes of the store. I'm really into it and the location is also very integral because it being in the mountains makes it more cozy and close to the nature. So that is my ultimate goal in life to own a bookstore that is also a bakery.

Follow up questions


What inspired you to combine a bakery with a bookstore?
I've always loved both baking and reading. The idea of creating a space where people can enjoy both passions came from my own experiences of finding joy in cozy cafes that offer books. I want to create a similar atmosphere for others.

How do you plan to attract customers to your bakery and bookstore?
I plan to use social media to showcase our unique offerings, like pairing a book with a dessert. Hosting events like book readings or baking classes can also draw in customers. Creating a warm, inviting atmosphere will encourage people to stay longer and return.

What challenges do you think you might face in this dream job?
I anticipate challenges like managing the business side of things, such as finances and inventory. Additionally, balancing baking and running a bookstore could be demanding. However, I believe my passion will help me overcome these obstacles.
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Band 7

My dream job is becoming the CEO of a company, specifically a multinational company. As a kid, I've always dreamt of becoming a successful woman in my life. Though success does not have terms to be defined, but I in particular want to be the CEO of any multinational company. As a CEO, I would be dealing with the clients and would provide them solutions on various things. My job would be definitely related to software as in my company because I have that expertise in me. Since I was a kid, I had these leadership skills to own a task and to take it to the very end and complete it on time. As a CEO of a company, I would be a really responsible leader, leading my company to great heights of success. I think I am a very disciplined person, so when you are the CEO of a company, you have huge responsibilities that you have to take in. But I think I have those qualities in me that I would be able to deliver my best with my good leadership and analysing skills as well as effective communication skills. I will be dealing with the clients, providing them end-to-end good business solutions and creating a good name for my company in the market. This role is really my dream role because it will give me so much confidence in life that whatever I wanted to accomplish, I did it finally.

Band 7

The job that I may be passionate about is the research job that's true particularly in the cancer research. Cancer is one of the deadly diseases owing to hundreds of thousands of deaths across the globe. So to combat this deadly disease I want to contribute my share to find a cure for the cancer. Furthermore research gives me a sense of belonging in terms of the work. As I am very passionate about the research this is one way to contribute to the humanity and make the world a better place to live. I am confident that once I am enrolled in my research program that I am looking forward to. I will be doing very great. I am very passionate about it. Furthermore it also requires a good supervisor to help you with your work and I am sure that if I get an enrollment in any European countries then I will be able to pursue my dream and hence I will be helping myself and the scientific community to achieve a goal where we can develop something innovative and amazing that can help the individuals to treat with their disease.

Band 7

After the completion of my 12th standard, I was so confused. I took out my computer and I start researching about the fields that are varied and very vast. After a while, after judging myself and thinking a lot, I discovered a subject called psychology. The psychology is a subject which interests me and intrigues me a lot. It has so much information about brain and human behavior. I instantly got connected with the subject. After my 12th, I decided to pursue my bachelor's in the subject called psychology. After the completion, I have always imagined myself working as a clinical psychologist. Throughout my bachelor's years, I have imagined this where I am working in a hospital environment daily, having this exposure of human mind and behavior. I have imagined myself working and helping people in terms of solving their mental problems and challenges. I have seen that I have the capability, I have this empathetic understanding, where I can actively listen to an individual's problem going through life and mental challenges. I feel that I would do and achieve great feats in this particular job career.

Band 6-7

My dream job is counselling because I think counselling is a very good social work. We can counsel a student and so that they can able to choose their subjects and know which stream they can be so counselling is much better there are many type of counsellors like marriage counsellors, legal counsellors, child counsellors, all counsellors are good. My dream job is counselling because people need more support and counsel.

Band 6-7

This is a fun question. I truly believe that my dream job is to have a bakery that is also a bookstore somewhere in the mountains and that would be the perfect cozy spot for people who just want to read and enjoy a cup of coffee, a slice of cake and this is perfect for me because I enjoy a slow paced cozy day with baking and surrounded by books. That is my ultimate fantasy to be surrounded by cake and books. That sounds heaven to me. I think this would also benefit a lot of people because it'll bring together a community who would be who would have a shared interest of reading and enjoying the legacies. I would have a weekly favorite book paired with a weekly special dessert and I have just a lot of ideas on the promotional schemes of the store. I'm really into it and the location is also very integral because it being in the mountains makes it more cozy and close to the nature. So that is my ultimate goal in life to own a bookstore that is also a bakery.

Band 6-7

So my dream job would be to become a dermatologist one day. I am really interested in treating skin diseases. Also, I want my patients to feel confident and comfortable about their body features or skin. So, maybe I would like to perform surgeries, cosmetology. And also, I am really interested in doing Botox fillers. It is a trend and it might really be a great income in the future. That's what really I am thinking right now. And of course, I really would like to help a lot of people feel confident about themselves overall. So, currently I am a nurse that is working in a dermatology department who assists with a doctor and even performing basic procedures like treating viral diseases which I don't like right now. So, maybe I would like an upgrade and I want to do this kind of things like surgeries in the near future. Maybe I would like to upgrade my trainings to that.

Band 6-7

My dream job would be to become a sports psychologist and this is true because I am a huge sports lover. I have done participated in sports for the first 18 to 20 years of my life that to every single day I have done some kind of sports for example either athletics or swimming or gymnastics or different kinds of games. So sports is a huge part of my life and psychology also interests me so being a sports psychologist I would actually be on field helping athletes either one-on-one or in teams and groups helping them perform and really up their game for whatever sport they are doing. That would mean waking up early because most of their practices are either early or in the later half of the day since during the day they have either work or college or school. So it's also perfect because I love the idea of helping athletes to do even better than what they're capable of because especially at the elite level the best of athletes they tend to choke under pressure which should not be happening so my interest in this field comes from also studying in it. I have studied this during my college years and I love being since I love playing sport myself but I can't pursue it professionally so the second option would be at least being in that environment and helping others perform to the very best that they can by using different techniques to help strengthen their minds such as visualization, different kinds of breathing techniques, different styles of focus and

Band 6-7

My dream job is to become a scientist or researcher in pharmaceutical science. This was a great dream for me. I have recently graduated BSc Chemistry. Now I am going to pursue a Masters in Pharmaceutical Science with Industrial Practice. In this pharmaceutical science sector, I have to do different kind of analytical and research formulation. So I am always interested to research and to find a new thing in pharmaceutical science. Pharmaceutical science means to find a new drug solution, drug findings, drug making. These are the main sectors in pharmaceutical science. So I have to find or I have to post a doctorate in pharmaceutical science with industrial practice. It will be very good and it will give a great future for me. In the present generation or currently and future is really wanted a pharmaceutical science sector. They are seeking for pharmaceutical science sector. So in every time there is a huge and wide range of formations and things they wanted. So pharmaceuticals I want to become a good researcher and to find a new things and to help the world and to become a success in my career. One day Insha Allah I will become a scientist and to help and to show this world.

Band 6

That job would be the office job and well-settled job, like consultancy job and some service provider job. And in that job, I love to do the designing, as my education belongs to electrical engineering, I love to do the electrical circuits and complex designing, numerical solving and the job having all this activity are very lovely for me. Currently, I am doing similar type of job and this helps me to fulfill my desire, because I am very passionate about circuit solving numericals and solving about complex things of electrical engineering. That job would be the office job and well-settled job, like consultant and service provider. In that job, I would like to do the work such as the formation of circuit and electrical simulation. As my education belongs to electrical engineering, I am very passionate about the services related to electrical engineering, like design services, building consultancy, engineering services, in which we have to provide the electrical design of the complete building. In that job, I would like to do the electrical calculation, BOQ related to the electrical materials and all the electrical samples work. I love that type of job, because the electrical is not only my subject, but it is my hobby also. So, I would like to do the same thing in that job. From childhood, I have the creative mind, I admire myself that I have good imagination power and in electrical engineering, the imagination power plays very vital role. Because, electrical engineering is the engineering where we can't actually see the parameter, like voltage and current. We have to imagine that and on the basis of our imagination, the result of calculation is depend. So, it was very fun to do that type of calculation and get accurate result. On the basis of that result, we have to plan and create proper services. Therefore, I love to do this type of jobs.

Band 6

Ever since childhood, I always wanted to be a forensic specialist. I got this inspiration watching an Indian television show called CID. Growing up, I realized that that is more like a fantasy than the reality. That is when my dreams changed. When I was interning as a clinical pharmacist at Asha Kiran Hospital at Mysore, I did deal with some patients, to be very precise children, who suffer from autism, neurodevelopmental issues and cerebral palsy. At that moment, I was just an intern. I had no right to change their life. While I went in depth studying the conditions, I realized that India lacks in the early intervention and diagnosis for the treatment of neurodevelopmental kids. So that is when I realized my dream job really lies in helping those kids. That is when I dreamt of being a neurologist. For more information, visit www.fema.gov
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