- As for whether I'd like to do this job, I'd say probably not.
- a pillar of the community
- A self-made man → Someone who achieved success through hard work.
Example: He was a self-made man who started from the bottom and became the factory's principal.
- Wear many hats – To have many roles or responsibilities.
Example: Over the years, he wore many hats, from worker to supervisor and finally director.
1. Climb the ladder – To progress in a career or social status
Example from the answer: "He started at the bottom as a regular worker and, through sheer determination and hard work, climbed the ladder to become the director of the factory."
New example: "She climbed the corporate ladder quickly, becoming a manager within just five years."
2. Call the shots – To be in charge and make important decisions
Example from the answer: "By the time he became the director, he was calling the shots, ensuring that everything—from production quality to staff management—was running efficiently."
New example: "As the project leader, he calls the shots on every major decision."
3. Put in the hard yards – To work hard and make a lot of effort
Example from the answer: "He was actively involved, always putting in the hard yards to make the business successful."
New example: "If you want to excel in your career, you have to put in the hard yards and stay committed."
4. Lead by example – To show others how to behave or work by doing it yourself
Example from the answer: "What I admire most is that he led by example. He wasn’t just someone who gave orders; he was actively involved."
New example: "A great leader doesn’t just give instructions—they lead by example and inspire others."
5. A pillar of the community – A respected and important person in a community
Example from the answer: "He was a pillar of the community, providing jobs and opportunities to many people in the town."
New example: "The local doctor was a pillar of the community, known for his dedication to helping people."
6. Hands-on work – Practical work that involves direct involvement
Example from the answer: "Initially, he was involved in hands-on work, ensuring the production process ran smoothly."
New example: "I prefer hands-on work rather than sitting at a desk all day."
7. A labor of love – Work done out of passion rather than obligation
Example from the answer (could be added for enhancement): "For him, this wasn’t just a job; it was a labor of love."
New example: "Restoring the old house was a labor of love for him, not just a project."
- a pillar of the community
- A self-made man → Someone who achieved success through hard work.
Example: He was a self-made man who started from the bottom and became the factory's principal.
- Wear many hats – To have many roles or responsibilities.
Example: Over the years, he wore many hats, from worker to supervisor and finally director.
1. Climb the ladder – To progress in a career or social status
Example from the answer: "He started at the bottom as a regular worker and, through sheer determination and hard work, climbed the ladder to become the director of the factory."
New example: "She climbed the corporate ladder quickly, becoming a manager within just five years."
2. Call the shots – To be in charge and make important decisions
Example from the answer: "By the time he became the director, he was calling the shots, ensuring that everything—from production quality to staff management—was running efficiently."
New example: "As the project leader, he calls the shots on every major decision."
3. Put in the hard yards – To work hard and make a lot of effort
Example from the answer: "He was actively involved, always putting in the hard yards to make the business successful."
New example: "If you want to excel in your career, you have to put in the hard yards and stay committed."
4. Lead by example – To show others how to behave or work by doing it yourself
Example from the answer: "What I admire most is that he led by example. He wasn’t just someone who gave orders; he was actively involved."
New example: "A great leader doesn’t just give instructions—they lead by example and inspire others."
5. A pillar of the community – A respected and important person in a community
Example from the answer: "He was a pillar of the community, providing jobs and opportunities to many people in the town."
New example: "The local doctor was a pillar of the community, known for his dedication to helping people."
6. Hands-on work – Practical work that involves direct involvement
Example from the answer: "Initially, he was involved in hands-on work, ensuring the production process ran smoothly."
New example: "I prefer hands-on work rather than sitting at a desk all day."
7. A labor of love – Work done out of passion rather than obligation
Example from the answer (could be added for enhancement): "For him, this wasn’t just a job; it was a labor of love."
New example: "Restoring the old house was a labor of love for him, not just a project."