Lesson 03 Opportunities
Discussion

Beza thinks she will not find a job without a good education. Selam reassures her that even without an education, you can find a good job anyway. She suggests to talk to Sara about it. Sara is a very successful entrepreneur, because she has her own business: she owns a fruit stall.

Discuss the characteristics of an entrepreneur and a person looking for a job.

Step 1.

Make groups of 4/5 people. Discuss with your group the following questions;

  • What are successful characteristics of an entrepreneur?
  • Sara is Selam’s role model. Do you have a role model of an entrepreneur you know?
  • What would you advise Beza so she can find a job?
  • What characteristics do you need to find a job?

Step 2.

Now apply the characteristics you discussed for both the entrepreneur and the person looking for a job to your own personality. Are you more of an entrepreneur or would you prefer finding a good job? Discuss within your group.

Step 3.

Explain what your most valuable skills are and give an example of how you use these skills in your daily life. Pick at least three skills from the list below, or come up with some new skills.

· Communicating effectively · Showing initiative · Creativity · Integrity
· Having a good work attitude · Flexibility · Critical thinking · Perseverance
· Team player · Leadership skills · Motivation · Organization
· Time management · Listening · Personal development · Computer skills