874.You don't need to be a world-class mountaineer to stand out in a job interview.Here's my advice on how to nail the most common interview question. Most people are so eager to show off what they've been involved in.Don't worry,and there will be time for that.The interviewer has reviewed your resume and will ask you plenty about your expertise. "Tell me about yourself" is a question you're certain to be asked at any job interview.(1)
However,sharing something that shows who you really are beyond a piece of paper is a good idea.It will allow the interviewer to know something about your life outside of work. Everyone has something interesting to share about themselves.I've heard people talk about everything from being a world-class sushi chef to an ice carver.(2)
Such as you participate in competitive sports,you're an accomplished(技藝高超的)pianist and you're writing your first detective novel.If the information showcases a unique aspect of yourself,and especially if you can link it to what you can bring to your next job,then go for it. Another way to think about the question is:"What gets you up every morning?" The person also wants to know what your sense of passion and purpose is.That volunteer work on a farm cooperative in South America,for example,shows you have a global perspective.(3)
It doesn't matter how big or small the accomplishment is,as long as it shows you're struggling to improve yourself.When people are motivated by contributing to something bigger than themselves,they get more satisfaction. (4)
Relax,be yourself and tell the truth.Don't approach the interview like you're trying out for Broadway.It's more than obvious when someone is trying to memorize their lines and "play the part".Also,if you overstate what you've done or fully invent a story about yourself,you'll be exposed.(5)
A.Take a risk to get personal. B.Showing honesty is one of the most important things. C.Running your first 10 kilometers shows you like a challenge. D.And then everything you say about yourself will be questioned. E.It's also important to tell it in a way that makes you memorable. F.Too many people respond to it by giving a recital of their resume. G."Tell me about yourself" is an invitation for you to share brief information.
876.Making maps and trade on the sea have always been the motivation of people to sail (1)
the ocean.It (2)
(record)that merchants and explorers set sail from east to west long before Columbus. In ancient times,the Silk Road was extended along the coasts of the Indian Ocean,(3)
(centre)around Ceylon(now Sri Lanka).Along with the trade,more (4)
(aware)of different countries' cultures was also gained.Later the Ming Dynasty further(5)
(develop)the relationship with these regions.Between 1405 and 1433,seven large fleets,under(6)
command of Zheng He,set sail from the South China Sea across the Indian Ocean to the mouth of the Red Sea,and then to the east coast of Africa.At present,(7)
(encourage)cooperation and trade across the historic Silk Road areas,and (8)
(strength)the bonds between China and the rest of the world,the ancient sea(9)
(route)travelled by Zheng He are being revisited with the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road,part of the Belt and Road Initiative.Now,with the (10)
(late)technology in hand,the need to trade and the desire to enhance relationships will drive China to reach out across the sea far into the future.