Asking for directions to the office.
Excuse me, can you help me?
I'm lost.
I'm going to a job interview and I can't find the office building.
Oh, don't worry.
I understand.
It took me a while to get my head around this part of the city, and I've lived here for 10 years.
What's the address?
Oh, one moment.
It's on this piece of paper.
Oh, it's not far from here.
Let me give you some directions.
Walk straight ahead and take the first left.
You'll see a large brown building on your right.
That's the office building.
Okay, walk straight ahead, first left, large brown building on the right.
Got it.
Exactly.
Oh my, thank you so much.
I appreciate your help more than you'll ever know.
I was so worried I might be late and the hiring manager would think badly of me.
No problem at all.
Good luck with your interview.
I hope you land your dream job.
Thank you.
Good morning.
Thank you for coming in today.
Good morning.
Thank you for having me.
I'm excited to be here.
So you're applying for the sales specialist position in our company.
Yes, that's correct.
Ms.
Moore, can you tell me about your education?
I graduated from the University of Chicago in 2018.
What did you major in?
Business management.
Are you currently employed?
Yes, I've been a sales representative at Moon Communications since 2018.
And why are you interested in working at our company?
I have the skills and education that would make me an asset to your company.
Great!
The sales specialist is a crucial role in our company.
They are responsible for generating revenue and building relationships with clients.
What kinds of skills do you have?
I have excellent communication and negotiation skills to succeed in this position and a proven track record in sales.
I've received positive feedback from my previous clients.
Wonderful.
Can you work in a team?
I can work both independently and as part of a team.
I enjoy collaborating with others to achieve common goals.
Excellent.
Do you work well under pressure?
Absolutely.
I thrive under pressure and enjoy setting and achieving goals.
That's great to hear.
We'll be in touch soon regarding the next steps in the hiring process.
Thank you for considering my application.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Arriving at the office.
Welcome to our office, Jessica.
I'm excited to show you around and introduce you to the team.
Thank you.
It's great to be here.
I'm really looking forward to meeting everyone.
This is the IT department.
They handle all of our technological needs.
Great.
I'll definitely be in touch with them for any technical issues.
This is the human resources department.
They handle all of our employee needs, including benefits and payroll.
That's good to know.
And here is the marketing department.
This is our main workspace where we spend most of our time.
We have an open plan layout to encourage collaboration and communication.
That's great.
I love the modern design and natural lighting.
We also have a kitchen area where we can relax, have lunch, and take a break from work.
That's convenient.
Do you have any team building activities or events?
Yes, we have regular team building activities and company events to promote teamwork and build relationships.
That sounds like fun.
How many people work in the office?
We have around 20 employees in this office, and we're a diverse team with different backgrounds and skills.
That's impressive.
Thank you for the tour.
I feel more comfortable and excited to start working here.
We're excited to have you on board and look forward to working with you.
A typical day at work.
Hey, how's your new job going?
What's a typical day like?
It's going great.
I wake up early at 6 a.m.
to get ready for the day.
That's early.
What time do you start work?
I start work at 8 a.m.
I like to get to the office early to prepare for the day ahead.
What's the work environment like?
It's very collaborative and supportive.
Everyone is willing to help each other out and there's a great sense of teamwork.
That's great to hear.
What's something you do during your workday?
I attend meetings, work on projects, and communicate with my team and clients.
It's a fast-paced environment, but I enjoy the challenge.
Sounds interesting.
What time do you finish work?
I finish work around 5 or 6 p.m., depending on the workload.
After that, I like to relax and unwind.
Thanks for sharing.
It sounds like you're enjoying your new job.
Yes, I am.
It's a great company to work for, and I feel fortunate to be a part of it.
Company perks.
Does your company offer any perks?
Yes, lots of them.
For starters, we get free snacks and drinks in the break room.
That's cool.
What else?
We also get a generous vacation policy and paid time off.
Nice.
What about health insurance and retirement benefits?
Yes, we have excellent health insurance, including dental and vision coverage.
And our company also offers a retirement planning.
We have excellent maternity leave options and flexible working hours.
Wow, that's impressive.
What about professional development opportunities?
We have a great training program and opportunities for advancement within the company.
That sounds amazing.
I might have to apply for a job there myself.
You should.
It's a great place to work.
These perks certainly want to make you stay in a position, don't they?
Definitely, especially if there's a happy working environment too.
It's a little bit like gold dust.
Yeah, the company I work for doesn't offer a thing.
I think these perks help you feel appreciated.
I agree.
Office supplies.
Sally, do you have any staples in your drawer?
I've looked in the stationary cabinet and can't see any anywhere.
Oh no, that's so annoying.
Mary gave me some on Friday, and I have a feeling that was the last of them.
That's a pain.
I've got a mountain of paperwork to staple before I send it off.
While talking stationary, do you have any paperclips?
I have all this to sort out and can't do anything with it.
I may have five or six left, but not enough to that mound.
No worries.
To be honest, I think the entire stationery cupboard is in dire need of checking and ordering.
Let's look and make a list for ordering.
Good idea.
We can't work like this.
Oh, wow.
The drawers are almost empty.
It's a good job we're doing this now before we run out of paper, too.
Then we'd all have to stop.
That would be pretty nice.
Shh!
Don't let Mr. Manson hear you saying that.
Oops.
Okay, so we definitely need A4 and A3 paper, paperclips, and staples.
There aren't many envelopes left either.
I can see plenty of pens, pencils, and highlighters.
But the rubber band pod is very low.
And there probably isn't enough tape to last the week.
What about notebooks, notepads, and sticky notes?
Yes, we need those too.
And don't forget about folders and binders.
Great.
I've made a list.
I'll take it to admin and see if they can order this afternoon.
Good job.
Having a well-stocked office is essential for productivity.
I think we just averted a major office catastrophe.
We deserve an award.
Running your own business.
How's your new business going, Paul?
You're so brave leaving your job.
Yeah, it's good.
Thank you for asking.
Are you happier now?
Absolutely.
I don't think I'll ever go back into employment again.
I've followed my passion and turned my love of art into my job.
It hardly feels like I'm working.
Nice.
Then, it also allows me to set my own working hours under my own terms.
I can be there without asking for time off if the kids have something going on.
It's priceless.
That's true.
You're your own boss now.
Do you feel less secure financially, though?
That's the side of things that bothers me.
Leaving my salary behind wasn't easy, but luckily, business is booming, so I don't need to worry about what's coming in each month.
I was apprehensive to begin, though.
Do you think you could ever leave employment?
Oh, no, not me.
I'm happy in my job.
And I love going to work without the responsibility of calling the shots.
I do my job, then I come home.
To me, that's priceless.
Well, the most important thing is to follow your instincts.
Everyone is different and has individual views, opinions, and things that feel right.
I agree.
As long as we're happy, that's all that matters.
I'm so happy going self-employed worked for you, though.
You deserve success.
Thanks, man.
The Workaholic and the Lazy Employee.
Polly, come and sit down for a moment.
Why don't you take a break?
You'll burn yourself out at this rate.
Oh, thanks, Marnie.
It's okay, though.
I just want to file this paperwork.
Ms.
Baltimore would really appreciate having it ready for tomorrow's meeting.
I've also got so much to do this afternoon.
If I don't work through my break, there's no chance I'll get it all in order.
But, Polly, you never stop.
You work through your breaks and later than you're supposed to.
Well, the thing is, I just want to advance in my career.
I want to reach the top, and I won't do that sitting through my breaks.
I'll only get there working as hard as I can.
You should take a break every 15 minutes of work, you know.
It's fine.
You carry on.
Life is about more than just work.
You can put in all the hours here, but is that really living?
I manage my job by doing the things I love outside of the office.
All I can see is you working your way through life and missing out on all the fun.
I appreciate your concern, but I love work.
I'm ambitious and I thrive here, doing my job.
Okay, as long as you're sure.
100%.
Marty, have you finished the project that you were given last week?
Today is the deadline.
Today?
Oh, no, I haven't.
I didn't know the deadline was today.
I think you take too many breaks.
That's why you always miss the deadlines of your projects.
At this rate, you'll be fired soon, Marnie.
Can you cover my shift?
Hi, Sam.
Are you free for a moment?
Sure.
What's up?
I need your help.
OK.
I'll do what I can.
I just need you to cover my shift this afternoon.
I'm having a bit of a nightmare, and I desperately need to sort it out as soon as possible.
Or things might get worse.
Oh, wow.
Is everything OK?
Kind of.
My apartment has become dangerous to live in.
There was damp everywhere.
Then, this morning, I noticed the kitchen ceiling, which is below the bathroom, starting to look loose.
Then, I popped to the shops, and by the time I got back, parts of it were beginning to hang down.
I wouldn't be surprised if it has fallen completely by now.
I need to speak to my landlord to help sort out the problem.
Oh, goodness, that sounds horrific.
Didn't your landlord do anything about the damp before?
It's likely that has led to this problem.
I know.
I've tried so many times, but he's not done anything about it.
Nightmare.
Of course I can cover your shift.
What time do I need to be there?
I so hope this gets sorted and your landlord is helpful in the process.
Thank you so much.
It's the 3.30 to 9.30 shift.
It's so bad now, I don't think it's really inhabitable.
I may have to find somewhere else to live.