B2 – Upper Intermediate
When choosing a job, people often wonder whether it’s better to work for a small company or a large one.
In this video, a career coach explains that small companies usually give you more hands-on experience because you handle many tasks. However, your career growth may depend on how fast the company grows.
On the other hand, large companies offer more structure, stability, and clear paths for promotion, but progress may be slow.
The speaker suggests that switching between small and large companies can actually help you grow faster and gain more diverse experience.
Vocabulary Questions:
- What does “clear path forward” mean in the sentence, “You have the safety of a large organization that is going to have opportunities for you to grow and a clear path forward.”? Use it in a sentence. Give a similar expression.
- What does “bounce between the ladders” mean in the sentence, “You can move up the ladder by bouncing between the ladders.”? Use it in a sentence. Give a similar expression.
- What does “risk taker” mean in the sentence, “Or whether you’re a little bit more of a risk taker and like those smaller companies”? Use it in a sentence. Give a similar expression.
Discussion Questions:
- Which do you prefer: a big job in a small company or a small job in a big company? Why?
- Have you ever worked for a small or large company? What were the advantages and disadvantages?
- Do you agree that switching between small and large companies helps your career grow faster? Why or why not?