How to Introduce Yourself - and Get Hired
ESL Lesson PlansHow to Introduce Yourself - and Get Hired

How to Introduce Yourself - and Get Hired

What makes someone say “Tell me more” after you introduce yourself? This practical B1 ESL lesson for adults helps learners improve professional speaking skills through the topic of self-introduction. Based on a motivational video, students explore how to answer “Tell me about yourself” effectively, focusing on clear, concise communication. Activities include video comprehension, discussion, vocabulary practice, and personalised speaking tasks, helping learners build confidence for job interviews, meetings, and networking in English.

Skills

  • Can follow in outline straightforward short talks on familiar topics, provided these are delivered in clearly articulated standard language or a familiar variety.
  • Can communicate with some confidence on familiar routine and non-routine matters related to their interests and professional field.
Online Interactive
Based on CEFR
Fully Customizable
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Before class.

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Before the lesson: Watch the video and choose the best summary.

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Watch the video again and mark the statements as 'True' or 'False'.

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In class.

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In class: Discuss the questions with your group.

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Read the main idea of the script and fill in the missing words. Do you agree with the main message of the talk?

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Match the halves of the introductions.

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Write your sentences.