IELTS Speaking tip
Practice paraphrasing questions to ensure you understand them correctly.
Vocabulary
- decision
- difficulty
- consequence
- situation
- choice
- option
- circumstance
- outcome
- impact
- solution
- challenge
- emotional
- regret
- consideration
- reflection
Sample Answer
One significant time when I had to make a difficult decision was about a year ago when I was offered a job opportunity in another city. At the time, I was working in a position that I enjoyed and had established strong relationships with my colleagues. The new job promised not only a higher salary but also greater career advancement opportunities.
The decision was difficult for several reasons. Firstly, it involved uprooting my life and moving away from my friends and family, who had been a significant part of my support system. Secondly, I was questioning whether I would be able to adapt to a new environment and whether I would truly find happiness in a new setting or miss my current life. Furthermore, I was apprehensive about leaving my comfort zone. Although the prospect of higher pay was enticing, I knew that starting afresh in a new city could be challenging.
Ultimately, the decision became less about the job itself and more about the personal growth that comes with change. I decided to accept the offer because I believed that the opportunity to advance my career outweighed the challenges of moving. This decision taught me the importance of stepping out of my comfort zone and embracing new experiences.
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