The Word Smith (Lexis)
An economist who works for themselves.
Freelancer
You write an email to apply ____ a job.
For
You ________ wear a tie; it is optional.
Don't have to
The company _______ (reach) its annual goal last December.
Reached
To build trust, find things in ________ with a client.
Common
The final time by which a project must be finished.
Deadline
At the moment, I am working ____-time (30+ hours).
Full
You ________ be late for the audit; it's very important.
Can't / Must not
I ________ (never / fail) a professional exam in my life.
Have never failed
A 9-letter adjective for someone you can rely on.
Reliable / Dependable
An 9-letter noun for a person who is applying for a job.
Candidate / Applicant
I believe that working ____ this firm is a great chance.
At / For
An employee says, "I am not required to attend the meeting, but I might go." Rewrite this using a modal of necessity.
I don't have to attend the meeting.
My mother ________ (start) her own business five years ago
Started
To build trust, you must be ________; this means being honest and showing your true character.
Open
To tell your boss you are too ill to work.
Call in sick
When applying, you have to take ____ more responsibility.
on
Correct the mistake: "She doesn't has to pay yet."
Doesn't have to
Look! The stock market ________ (crash) and everyone is worried.
Has crashed
Lao Tzu: "He who does not ________ enough will not be ________."
Trust / Trusted
A 14-letter word for the group of skills and exams you have passed.
Qualifications
Complete the closing: "I look forward ____ hearing from you.
To
Explain the difference: Can't vs. Don't have to in a bank.
Forbidden (rule) vs. Not necessary (choice)
How long ________ (you / be) the CEO of this company?
Have you been
Name two specific ways to show reliability to a client.
Keeping secrets / Doing what you say you will do