B2 – Upper Intermediate
There has never been as much information about personal finance as now. You can easily have passive income sources, for example, selling
online or trading currencies.
Read the article on how to start your own business and tap into your hidden talent while having a regular job.
Vocabulary Questions:
- Define the word “sizeable“. “Having the ability do what you love, when you want and on your own terms is certainly attractive, especially when you could potentially build it into a sizeable income.” Use it in a sentence.
- Define the word “maverick“. “”Entrepreneurs” are rarely the modern-day maverick who suddenly decide one day to quit their jobs and pursue their dreams.” Use it in a sentence.
- Define the word “to get something off the ground“. “By building your business while working full- or part-time, you will have the cash flow in the short term to get your enterprise off the ground.” Give a synonym of “to get something off the ground” and use this expression in a sentence.
Discussion Questions:
- What are your thoughts on starting a business while still keeping a day job?
- Have you tried following the advice given? How did it go?
- What other tips can you add to the post? Do you know someone who has a corporate full-time job while running a business? Describe his/her lifestyle.
- Have you ever considered how you might live without a regular job?
- What are the pros and cons of being your own boss?