Episode 1: The Job Interview Mix-Up
8 Essential Phrasal Verbs Through One Epic Disaster
Duration: 5 minutes | Level: Intermediate+ | Focus: Work-related phrasal verbs
What You'll Learn
Mina had everything planned for her first job interview in London. She researched the company, practiced her answers, and set three alarms. What could go wrong?
This 5-minute story follows Mina through her interview day disaster - from showing up at the wrong building to asking for tissues mid-interview. Yes, it's a bit over the top - but you'll recognize yourself in every awkward moment, and somehow learn 8 work phrasal verbs without even trying.
🎯 Target Phrasal Verbs
turn up - arrive (Why do Brits say this instead of "show up"?)
dress up - wear formal clothes (Can you overdress for an interview?)
look up - research/find information (Essential for interview prep!)
bring up - mention a topic (How interviewers introduce subjects)
mess up - make a mistake (We all do it!)
speak up - talk confidently about your achievements (Cultural challenge for Koreans!)
work out - succeed/go well (Sometimes disasters have happy endings)
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