Work & EmploymentDiscuss Both ViewsIntermediateHigh Frequency

IELTS Essay: Some people think a job not only provides income but also social life. Others...

Prompt

Some people think a job not only provides income but also social life. Others think it is better to develop social life with people you do not work with. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

#workplace_relationships#social_life#work_life_balance#friendship_at_work#community

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Band 7 → 9 — Band 7 explains both views fairly; Band 9 acknowledges that work provides both income and belonging, notes tensions (power dynamics, toxic cultures), and explains individual variation.

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Key concepts in this essay

social_connection_needs
work_life_separation
power_dynamics
mental_health_benefits
professionalism_boundaries

Pitfalls the model essay avoids

Presenting views as completely opposed rather than noting they address different needs
Ignoring that the same job can provide income AND meaningful friendships
Not discussing power dynamics (friendships with supervisors complicate things)

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