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IELTS READING – Passage 1: Reduce Stress at Work / Part time job (Beginner Mock 2 GT P1)

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IELTS Reading Passage 1: Reduce Stress at Work / Part time job reading practice test – Passage 1 of Beginner Mock Test 2 (General Training)

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Reduce Stress at Work

Here's How:

A. Improve your time management and organization skills - Of the many things you can to in this area the best ones include getting a to do list that works, learning to say "no", asking for help when you need it, and stop setting unrealistic goals for yourself.

B. Relax and breathe deeply - Whether you are feeling overwhelmed by the amount or work you have to do or if someone is "in your face", a good thing to do is to "breathe through your nose". You can't get as worked up if you force yourself to breathe through your nose. Your body simply can't maintain the same level of energy without that extra oxygen you get when breathing through your mouth.

C. Take more breaks from your work - Even a five-minute break will help. Get away from your desk. Go for a walk- outside is better, but up two flights of stairs and back down is good too. Getting more exercise in general will help you reduce your overall stress levels and that will make it easier to reduce your stress level at work.

D. Lighten up - Smile more. We all know laughter reduces stress. You will be amazed at how much more pleasant the people around you are when you make an effort to be pleasant yourself.

E. Learn to listen better - Rather than getting upset when others disagree with you, listen actively and find the areas of agreement. Be assertive and stand up for yourself, but don't be rigid.

F. Fix your environment - Make whatever adjustments you need to the lighting, temperature, noise level, and other controllable factors in your office.

G. Don't sweat the small stuff - Realize that there are some things that just aren't worth worrying about and there are some things you just can't change. Don't waste time stressing over the things in either category.

H. Get more sleep - This is another of the things you can do to reduce your overall stress that will have benefits at the office as well. In addition to reducing your stress, it will increase your energy level and your ability to concentrate.

I. Find a mentor - If not a mentor, a friend will do. Having someone to talk to can take a lot of stress off you.

J. Spend more time with optimistic people - Negative people will pull you down to their level. Choose to work with people who have a positive attitude instead.

Part time job

Legal Assistant – litigation

Job Reference: JSVC-6012

Employer Agency Name: Charterhouse Group

Location: Perth

Category: Legal

Date Posted: 12/01/2011

Job Description: CBD Location, top tier firm. This renowned well-respected legal firm who is a market leader has a requirement for an experienced Legal Assistant with a background in litigation. As the Legal Assistant your duties will include but not be limited to:

Preparation, editing and formatting of legal documents and correspondence

Liaising with clients and internal departments

Diary and file management

Monthly billing

Typing of documentation (Dictaphone and copy)

Providing general administrative support to legal team

To be considered for this Legal Assistant role you will have experience in a similar role, with a background in litigation, a certificate in legal secretarial studies, excellent communication skills written and verbal, the ability to problem solve, a positive a "can do" attitude and be able to work in a professional and flexible manner. This together with your professional, proactive outlook will see you secure this rare opportunity. In return, your experience will be rewarded with a great team working environment and a salary to match your experience.

If you meet the above criteria and are an experienced Legal Assistant that enjoys a challenge and want to work with a busy dynamic team, then this is the role that you have been waiting for. Apply by sending your Resume.

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