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Mi: Did you attend the career orientation session yesterday?

Nick: No, I didn't. I had to complete my project. How was it?

Mi: It was really informative. There were three guest speakers from vocational colleges. They introduced their job training courses for lower secondary leavers.

Nick: My teacher told us that if we didn't like academic subjects, we should apply for courses which would prepare us for a job such as mechanic, hairdresser, or garment worker. That way, we could start working and earn a living earlier.

Mi: My cousin did that. He learnt bartending after finishing grade 9. Now he's a skilful bartender and makes lots of money.

Nick: And you? What will you be in five years from now?

Mi: Well, I'll be studying at a teachers' college because I want to be a teacher. How about you?

Nick: I'll be a fashion designer.

Mi: You really want to be a fashion designer?

Nick: Yeah. My art teacher says I have such a good sense of style that I should get formal training in fashion design after high school.

Mi: Hope you'll achieve your dream.

Nick: Thanks. I think we should know our passions and abilities to make a good career choice.