IELTS Speaking Part 3: Work and Careers - Discussion Questions

Part 3 is a longer discussion of abstract ideas related to the Part 2 topic. It lasts four to five minutes.

Sample Questions: Work and Careers

• Is job satisfaction more important than salary?
• How is work changing?
• Should people retire early?
• Why do people change jobs?

Answer Framework

1. Give your opinion directly.
2. Explain with a reason.
3. Give an example from society or your experience.
4. Consider the other side or the future.

Useful Phrases

• In my opinion...
• It depends on...
• On the one hand... on the other hand...
• This is largely because...
• I would argue that...

Tip

Give extended answers of three to five sentences. Fluency and idea development matter more than perfect vocabulary.