Dialogue 2

I: Let's start the interview with some questions. Tell me about yourself and your past experience.

I: 我们开始面试吧。说说你自己和过去的一些经验吧。

A: I have 10 years financial industry experience, working for several companies. For the past two years, I have been working in an investment banking. In addition to my analytical mindset, I have a background of solid accounting principles. I am a team player and have great communication and interpersonal skills. I thrive on challenge and work well in high-stress environments.

A: 我有十年的金融行业工作经验，为几家公司工作过。过去的两年，我一直在一家投资银行工作。我不仅具有分析能力而且还有扎实的会计原理知识。我具有团队精神，善于和人交流，懂得人际关系的技巧。我善于应付挑战，也能在压力大的环境下工作很出色。

I: What finance experience have you had that qualifies you for this position?

I: 你认为你具有什么样的金融经验使你能胜任这个职位？

A: My background and experience include working on a variety of projects and jobs in the financial industry. Most of my experience has been behind the scenes, doing the calculations. I want to work with clients and continue to grow and be challenged.

A: 我的背景和经验包括我在金融业参与过各类项目、做过不同的工作。我的大部分经验都是幕后做一些计算方面的工作。我想和客户打交道，不断完善自己，接受各种挑战。

I: Why did you leave your last position?

I: 你为什么要离开以前的工作呢？

A: I'm not finding the work as challenging as I used to. I want to find a job that is stimulating, where I can grow.

A: 我发现这工作不像我原来认为的那么具有挑战性，我想找一份有刺激性的工作，这样可以进步。

I: What are your strengths and weaknesses?

I: 你的优点和缺点是什么？

A: One of my strengths is my ability to be flexible. I have seen companies go through many changes in structure and management philosophy. I have had to adjust my style to the new environment several times. As far as weaknesses, I really enjoy my work, and sometimes I put in too much time. But by being aware of my tendency to overwork, I have learned to pace myself more and work less overtime.

A: 我的一个优点就是具有灵活性，我目睹了公司在结构和管理思想上的众多变化，而且好多次我必须调整我的方式以适应新环境。就缺点而言，我非常喜欢工作，有时投入了太多的时间，但我已意识到这一点，学会了调节自己，减少加班。

I: How would your boss describe you and your work style?

I: 你的老板会如何评价你和你的工作方式呢？

A: She'd say I have a lot of initiative, I see the big picture and I do what has to be done. Second, I always meet deadlines. If I say I'm going to do something, I do it. Lastly, I have the ability to focus on what I'm working on I am not easily distracted.

A: 她会说我很积极、顾全大局，会做完所有需要做的事情。其次，我总能在期限前完成任务。如果我说做某一件事，我就一定会做。最后一点，我能集中精力做事情——不会轻易受干扰。

I: What are your salary expectations?

I: 你希望的薪水是多少？

A: I'm sure whatever you offer will be a fair amount for a person with my qualifications. Salary is not the most important factor to me. I'm looking for opportunity.

A: 我相信你会给我提供一个合理的数目。对我来说，薪水不是最重要的，我寻找的是机会。

I: Do you have any questions?

I: 你有问题要问吗？

A: Yes, I do. What do you see as the future trends for the industry?

A: 有，你如何看待将来这个行业的发展趋势？