Writing prompts: Work & Careers

14 prompts to practise writing in English. Aim for 80 to 150 words: say what you think, give a reason and add an example.

  1. 1

    Describe your ideal job and explain why it appeals to you.

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  2. 2

    Is working from home better than working in an office? Discuss.

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  3. 3

    Is it better to be self-employed or to work for a company?

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  4. 4

    Is it possible to have a good work-life balance today? Discuss.

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  5. 5

    What are the most important qualities of a good leader?

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  6. 6

    Would you rather have a job you love or a job that pays well?

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  7. 7

    Describe your first job or the first money you ever earned.

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  8. 8

    Should companies offer a four-day working week? Discuss.

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  9. 9

    How important is it to change careers at least once in your life?

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  10. 10

    Describe a skill that has helped you most at work.

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  11. 11

    Is it better to be a specialist or to know a little about many things?

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  12. 12

    Should employees be allowed to choose their own working hours?

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  13. 13

    Describe a difficult decision you had to make at work or school.

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  14. 14

    How will artificial intelligence change the jobs of the future?

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