Work in pairs. The introductory stage is very important in an interview, because the interviewer's first impression often influences their final decision. Please listen to the following sample dialogue for opening remarks, and do the substitution exercises with your partner by using the expressions given below.

Cai:	May I come in?
Ms. Smith:	Yes, please.
Cai:	Good morning. My name is Cai Ning. As requested, I have come for an interview.
Ms. Smith:	Fine, thank you for coming, Miss Cai. Please sit down. I am Anne Smith, the Assistant Manager.
Cai:	Nice to meet you, Ms. Smith.
Ms. Smith:	Nice to meet you, too.

Useful Expressions

It's nice to see you. / Glad to see you. / Nice to meet you.

I am Margaret Smith, the Personnel Manager / the Administration Manager / the Area Representative.

Did you have any difficulty finding our company?

Did you have any trouble finding ...?

Was it convenient for you to find ...?

Was it easy for you to find ...?

I have come for an interview as requested / as invited.