IELTS Writing Task 2: Work and employment topics

Employers should be required to offer older workers the same training opportunities they offer younger ones.

Some people believe a job should be chosen for the salary it pays. Others think it matters more that the work itself is enjoyable.

An increasing number of people work for several employers at once rather than holding a single permanent job.

Many employees report being unable to switch off from work outside office hours.

A growing number of companies allow employees to work from home permanently.

Some companies have moved to a four-day working week on full pay.

Fewer young people in many countries are choosing to train for skilled manual trades such as plumbing or carpentry.

Although countries with long average working hours are economically successful, this often has some negative social consequences. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays many people choose to be self-employed, rather than to work for a company or organisation. Why might this be the case? What could be the disadvantages of being self-employed?

Some people claim that workers should wear uniforms. Others allege that people should be free in their choice. Discuss both opinions, and give your own opinion.

Getting a promotion is one of the biggest drives for people to apply themselves and work hard in the modern workplace. Why do you think people are so driven to get promotions? What other factors influence people to work hard?

The working week should be shorter and workers should have a longer weekend. Do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe that the government Should take care of old people and provide financial support after they retire. What is your opinion?

Some say that because many people are living much longer, the age at which people retire form work should be raised considerably. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

in some cutures children are often told that they can achieve anything if they work hard. what are the advantages and disadvantages of giving children this message.

Some people think success is mainly determined by hard work, while others believe luck plays a bigger role. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people think that it is best to live in a vertical city (mean that people work and live in high buildings) while others think a horizontal city is better. Discuss both view and give your opinion.

Nowadays, more people are choosing to work from home. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Some organisations believe that their employees should dress smartly. Others value quality of work above appearance. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.