Part 7 TOEIC Hacker 2 - Test 10

9-10 A.M.

Hawthorne Room, First Floor

Registration and collection of name badges

10-11:30 A.M.

Opening Panel Discussion, Johnstone Auditorium, First Floor Important upcoming trends in Internet marketing, with time for questions Featuring James Burke (NEIMA), Andrea Harrison from Brand Solutions Limited, and Professor Ming Chao of Northeast University

11:30 A.M. -12:30 P.M.

Workshop, Washington Room, Third Floor

"How To Measure Impact," with Simon Gleason from Gleason Search Analytics

12:30-1:30 P.M.

Lunch

There is a cafeteria located in the Student Union building, which will be open for the event.

1:30-3:00 P.M.

Workshop, Dawson Room, Second Floor

"How Interns Can Become Invaluable: What To Look For In Student Placements," with Padma Singh from Northeast University Careers Office 

3:00-4:30 P.M.

Closing Panel Session, Johnstone Auditorium, First Floor

NEIMA's Gwen Carter recaps lessons learned from the day's workshops. Audience members will also be asked to submit topics they would like to discuss in tomorrow's interactive sessions.

Beatrice Swenson 

I was checking out the sample pictures Billy Blake took of our products for the launch of our online store. I don't think they fully convey what it is like to shop in one of our retail stores. Our products should be displayed in a more comfortable setting that makes customers feel at home. I've forwarded the pictures to your e-mall. Let me know what you think. 

Roberto Hernandez 

I see what you mean. It would be nice to have pictures of each product in an actual home setting. 

I feel the same as Roberto. And it might be a good idea to hire some models too. Show actual people using our dishes or sitting on rugs. It would help connect our products to consumers. 

I agree with both your points. But should we go with a different photographer? 

[1:33] 

I thought his work was quite good, but It just doesn't match our products' style.

Well, maybe give him a second chance. Tell him about our concerns and see what he can come up with. It would save us the hassle of locating someone else. 

You're right, Roberto. I should give him another shot at it. I'll tell him he can use one of our stores as a location if needed. I'll let you know how it goes. Can I get an update on your assignments? 

The shipment of vases from Thailand hasn't arrived yet, so we might not be able to list them on the site by the launch date. Other than that, everything is fine. 

I've completed most of the site's checkout system after several months of working on It. There are a few minor glitches to work out, but overall I am on schedule and the system will be operational within a few days. 

Lamington Ranch Proves Cooperative Farming Can Be Successful 

By Marjorie Nelson 

New Zealand-based Lamington Ranch was established 12 years ago by Ben and Rachel Lamington. They purchased a piece of property in Masterton two hours away from Wellington, intending to farm it on their own. Without a workforce, however, the ranch was not productive. After just four years, the Lamingtons faced bankruptcy and searched desperately for solutions. 

They looked into hiring workers but lacked the necessary funds. Next, they considered selling some ranch land. When that did not work out, they even thought about leasing the farm out to an agriculture corporation. Finally, Rachel remembered growing up on a cooperative farm in Israel, before her family moved to New Zealand. The couple discussed their options and decided to try cooperative farming. 

"We based our concept on the communal farm I grew up on in Israel," Rachel mentions in an interview. The Lamingtons assigned portions of the land to local residents, who pay a modest rent and a portion of their profits to the Lamingtons. The collected funds are then available for other uses, such as maintenance, future building projects, and payment of property taxes, with any remaining cash going to the Lamingtons as their share. 

Within a few years of applying the farming concept to Lamington Ranch, the couple erased their debt and began making a profit. The ranch currently hosts 22 farmers who raise livestock or grow crops including kiwi, apples, and olives. "It's amazing that not so long ago we were about to lose everything, and now we earn a good income and help provide a living to other farmers as well," said Ben. He mentioned that other ranches in the country are also looking into cooperative farming as an alternative. 

TO: Rachel Lamington  

FROM: Darius Carver  

SUBJECT: Special request

DATE: June 11

Dear Ms. Lamington,

I recently read a newspaper article entitled "Lamington Ranch Proves Cooperative Farming Can Be Successful" in The Cook Strait Times about you and your husband. I would be very interested in visiting your farm and meeting with you both for an interview. I work as a staff writer for Oceania Entrepreneurs, a magazine that features notable business people, inventors, and innovative thinkers from the Australasia region.

We would also like to feature some photographs of the ranch and its facilities and possibly interview some of the other farmers in your cooperative. The article may also be considered for publication as a cover article, which would be great publicity for you!

Our offices are based in Wellington, so I would be happy to take my car out to the ranch anytime. Please let me know if you are interested and, if so, when you are available.

Sincerely yours,

Darius Carver

To: Gary Flores 

From: Wendy Rhodes  

Date: July 10

Subject: Planning suggestions

Dear Mr. Flores,

I hope this message finds you well. The last time we met, you had asked me to advise you on drafting a retirement plan. Below are just a few tips to get you started.

First, it is vital that you create and maintain a cash reserve for emergency purposes equal to roughly three times your typical monthly expenses. Since this amount could be quite large, it is important to start saving as early as possible.

Additionally, I recommend investigating long-term medical care options upon retiring for you, your spouse, and your parents, and compiling emergency information to share with your family members.

I have attached a special guest pass so that you can attend my lecture, "Retirement for One," at a university event. The same pass also allows you to sit in on a special lunch seminar on health coverage for senior citizens conducted by Mr. Victor Rochester. The events will be free of charge to you if you present the pass at the door.

I look forward to seeing you soon.

Warmest Regards,

Wendy Rhodes

Retirement planning specialist

Cottler Finance

The Career Development Center

Sunfield State University

The Career Development Center at Sunfield State University strives to provide high-quality, affordable education and professional development for working professionals and retirees in an open and encouraging environment.
 

We are pleased to announce that our Annual Center Information Event will take place on Monday, July 12, on the fifth floor of Durgan Hall. We welcome you to join retirement advisor Wendy Rhodes for her lecture. On Tuesday, July 13, the first of a two-part seminar on part-time employment prospects will be held from 3 to 5 P.M. This will conclude at the same time the following day, on Wednesday, July 14. Lastly, we will also hold a special luncheon presentation by our center director, Mr. Victor Rochester on Thursday, July 15. Entrance for the event is $10 for center members and $15 for the open public. Tickets for the luncheon are an additional $10 and are available for purchase from July 1 through July 15 at our main office in Durgan Hall. To learn more, call 555-2402.

8:30 A.M

Business planning: Erin Baxter, Pittsburgh University 

Funding your startup: Adam Felder, Angel Investments 

Legal matters: Robert Chang, Chang & Associates

9:30 A.M

Networking break

10:00 A.M

Hiring staff: Anya Suresh, Suresh Staffing

Engaging customers: Tomas Defeo, Defeo Consulting

11:00A.M

Screening for loan applications with Capitol Bank supervising loan officer Linda Baker 

12:00 P.M

Lunch

To: Dave Saxon 

From: Linda Baker  

Subject: Business 101

Date: September 28

Dave,

I have to be at a training seminar in Miami from October 11 to 14 along with other senior bank executives from around the country. As a result, Simon Ashley will be assuming my position and screening loan applications at the Business 101 seminar. Please inform everyone that I am scheduled to meet with you on Thursday and that he will be taking my place. Assure them that he is a highly skilled business development officer who has worked with Capitol Bank for eight years. He is familiar with our practices, and has a thorough knowledge of the requirements for starting a business as well as mortgages. He'll have no problem answering any questions that come up.

Sincerely,

Linda Baker

Supervising Loan Officer

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The Meredith Fashion Institute (MFI) invites you to attend our annual spring fashion show featuring our graduating students:

A Breath of Fresh Air

A showcase of fashions that are light, airy, and innovative

Entertainment, Lunch, and Fashion Show

Master of ceremonies: Stylist Melvin Lee Music by DJ Raina

$40 per Person 

Saturday, May 7, Noon

Hannah Hall Banquet Room

Meredith Fashion Institute

As always, the event is being held at our campus on 1000 South Grand Avenue in Los Angeles. All proceeds benefit a start-up fund for beginning designers who need support to become established in the competitive world of fashion design.

To: Troy Seeger 

From: Anna Cruise 

Date: April 4

Subject: Re: Photo services

Dear Mr. Seeger,

I received your message concerning Meredith Fashion Institute's upcoming event. I appreciate what the proceeds of the show will be used for, so I would be happy to participate as the official photographer. Moreover, I am willing to offer my services free of charge and provide you with images for the school's use. However, the costs of covering an event as large as this one are quite high, even though it will provide me with a lot of exposure. Therefore, I am asking your permission to install a photo booth by the entrance and to charge visitors a small fee for prints. All I need is space to set up my camera, table, backdrop, and printer. I can leave an assistant in charge of the table while I photograph the event. Please contact me at 555-0493 to discuss this further.

Sincerely,

Anna Cruise

LA Scene                                                                Fashion Guide Magazine

By Beth Rowlands

As always, the Meredith Fashion Institute's annual showcase of student fashion offered an exciting glimpse into the possible future of the industry. For those who are unaware, MFI has turned out many successful graduates, including Roxy Cooper and Belle Hashimoto. The event's host, also a graduate of the institute, has done models' hair and makeup for several of Fashion Guide Magazine's feature articles. The fashions in this year's show truly lived up to the theme of being "light, airy, and innovative." They featured plenty of loose tops, baggy pants, and oversize coats. The clothing was subdued, consisting mainly of neutral shades accented by the occasional hint of color. But the materials stood out the most-textured fabrics expertly cut into a variety of bold shapes. Check out some photos below. You may be able to find some of them at a local fashion retailer one day.

Protect Yourself with PFS

PFS is a safety systems contractor specializing in the installation of fire alarms and sprinklers for residential and corporate clients located in downtown New York. We ensure quality workmanship that is in compliance with municipal building codes. Furthermore, our work is executed promptly, and we guarantee our clients' satisfaction. If there are demands for repairs or adjustments to our work, we will take care of them within 48 hours, assuring the safety of your office or your commercial or industrial facility.

If you would like to learn about the pre-action, wet pipe, dry pipe, and deluge sprinkler systems we offer, call us at 555-5324 or visit our Web site at: www.pfssystems.com, where you can also fill out a service request form.

PFS Service Request Form

Name: Gwyneth Pierce

E-mail: [email protected]

Phone: 555-9622

Address: 84 William Street, New York, NY 10038

Company:  Serene Peace Spa

Details:

I would like to replace my outdated deluge sprinkler system. I was on your site reading about the different types of sprinklers available. I think wet pipe sprinklers would be good to have in each treatment room of my spa as they seem to be low-maintenance and more cost-efficient than a dry-pipe system. However, the lobby of my business contains a lot of valuable items that could easily be damaged if the sprinklers were to go off accidentally. I read that pre-action systems are far less sensitive than other types of sprinklers and will only go off when temperatures reach those of an actual fire. So, I'd like to have a pre-action system installed in this area only.

TO: John Boone  

FROM: Gwyneth Pierce  

SUBJECT: Problem

DATE: April 15

Hello,

I didn't have time to check everything before you and the installation crew left yesterday, but I noticed a problem this morning. I requested a different type of sprinkler system for the lobby, but the one installed is the same as the ones in the other rooms. I checked my request form,and the information is there. So, I would like the system to be changed to the one I initially asked for as soon as possible. Please let me know when I can expect the work to be corrected.

Regards,

Gwyneth Pierce