Adjectives
Dependable
Trust worthy; reliable.
One glance at
One look at
To look up to
to admire someone
Wage
Sound advice
Persuasive
Someone who is good at convincing others to do or believe something.
To get your foot in the door
To get an opportunity to do something, usually in a difficult field
To get through
to pass a difficult experience or period
Promotion
When someone is offered a higher level in their company
Reckless
ignoring danger or not considering the consequences
Methodical
An orderly or systematic way of doing something.
To be head hunted
when someone identifies and approaches you to fill a position
Knock off
to stop work or produce it very quickly and with little effort
Qualifications
a quality or accomplishment that makes someone suitable for a particular job or activity
People Skills
the ability to work with or talk to other people in an effective and friendly way
Down-to-earth
Someone who is practical, realistic, and reasonable.
To hit the glass ceiling
a point at which you cannot go any further; you cannot be promoted anymore
To set up
establish a business, institution, or other organization
Commission
The money you earn in comparison to the work you do or the amount that you sell
Strength of character
the positive qualities individuals have—as reflected in their thoughts, feelings, and actions—that promote the well-being of themselves and others
Enterprising
Having or showing initiative and resourcefulness.
The exception rather than the rule
something that is not common or usual
To draw upon
you make use of it in order to do something
References
a letter from a previous employer testifying to someone's ability or reliability, used when applying for a new job
Shortlisted
to put someone on a short list; typically in reference to choosing the top candidates for a position