Lesson 3: A day at my job

You’ve applied for a job, you’ve introduced yourself to your new team…
Now it’s time to take the next step: imagine what it’s like to actually work there.
In this lesson, you’ll write a blog post about “A Day in My Work Life.” This is your chance to be creative and show what your job looks like from the inside.

 

By the end of this lesson, you are able to write a structured blog about a typical workday, using linking words and a logical time order.

Blog examples

This is an example blog of a day in the life of several jobs. Read the blog to get an idea of how to write one yourself. Discuss the blogs with your peers, and think about which aspects could be useful for when you are going to write your own blog. 

A day in the life of a veternarian

11 dec 2025 17:04

Being a veterinarian is both exciting and busy. Every day is different because animals are always surprising. I usually start my day early, around 7:30 a.m. I check my schedule and prepare for the first appointments. Many pets come to the clinic for check-ups, vaccinations, or small health problems.

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A day in the life of a police officer

24 jul 2025 15:36

Being a police officer is an important and busy job. Every day is different, and there are always new challenges. I usually start work early in the morning. First, I check my schedule and get my uniform and equipment ready.

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Linking Words / Signaalwoorden

Wanneer je in het Engels schrijft, wil je niet dat je zinnen als losse onderdelen aanvoelen. Signaalwoorden (linking words) helpen je ideeën met elkaar te verbinden, zodat je tekst makkelijker te lezen en te begrijpen is. Ze laten de lezer zien wanneer iets gebeurt, waarom iets gebeurt, of voegen extra informatie toe.

Met signaalwoorden wordt je schrijven vloeiender, duidelijker en professioneler. In deze les leer je eenvoudige signaalwoorden die je meteen kunt gebruiken.

 

Theory linking words / Theorie signaalwoorden

Signaalwoorden (linking words) zijn kleine woorden die je helpen ideeën binnen een zin of tussen zinnen met elkaar te verbinden. Ze maken je tekst duidelijker, logischer en makkelijker te volgen

1. Adding information / Informatie toevoegen

Use these words to add more ideas:

- And

- Also

- Too

- As well

 

Example:
I like working with people, and I want to learn new skills.

2. Giving a reason / Een reden geven

Use these words to explain why something happens:

- Because

- So

 

Examples:
I applied for this job because I enjoy helping others.
I was tired, so I went to bed early.

3. Showing contrast (difference) / Een tegenstelling laten zien

Use these when two ideas are different or opposite:

- But

- However 

 

Example:
The job is difficult, but it is very interesting.

4. Talking about time / order / Over tijd / volgorde spreken

Use these to show when something happens or the order of events:

- First

- Then

- Next

- After that

- Finally

 

Example:
First we had a meeting. Then we started working on the project.

5. Giving examples / Voorbeelden geven

Use these to show an example:

- For example

- For instance

 

Example:
You need communication skills. For example, you must talk to customers.

Why linking words are important / Waarom signaalwoorden belangrijk zijn

Het gebruik van signaalwoorden kan je schrijfwerk sterk verbeteren. Zo helpen ze:

  • Je tekst wordt makkelijker leesbaar.
  • Je ideeën sluiten beter op elkaar aan.
  • Je schrijven klinkt professioneler en natuurlijker

Clock Mindmap

In this assignment, you will practise talking about your daily tasks at work. Every job has different responsibilities, and they often happen at specific times. With the clock planner, you can show what you do during your workday and when you do it.

You will write down your activities at different times of the day, just like a real work schedule. This helps you understand your future job better and practise using time phrases in English.