Sample Answer 1 Sample Answer 2 Sample Answer 3 Describe A Successful Person That You Studied Or Worked With IELTS Speaking Cue Card Describe a successful person who you once studied or worked with You should say: who the person is when you studied or worked with them how the person became successful and explain how working with them made you feel. Sample Answer 1 The person I'd like to describe is my former colleague, Derrick Johnson. Derrick and I worked together in a small start-up company about four years ago when I was only 26 and he was 30. Even then, I could tell that Derrick was heading toward great success. His passion for innovation and relentless work ethic stood out, and ability to motivate those around him was unparalleled. Derrick went on to become one of the youngest CEOs in Silicon Valley. His success story is a testament to his dedication and skill but more than anything, his vision. What amazed me most was how he could see the...

Speaking topic guide for IELTS and similar English language tests Answer template Use this 4-part structure to organise your answer clearly and naturally. Aim to speak for 1.5 to 2 minutes. Part 1 – Who is this person? Introduce them — their relationship to you and a one-line description. Example: "I'd like to talk about my neighbour / colleague / aunt / old teacher — someone who has always been incredibly supportive and willing to lend a hand." Part 2 – What makes them helpful? Give 2 or 3 specific character traits and link each one to a real behaviour you have noticed. Example: "One thing that really stands out is that she's genuinely selfless — she never seems to help people just to get something in return. She's also very patient and non-judgmental, so you always feel comfortable going to her." Part 3 – Give a specific example Tell a short story — a moment when they helped you or someone else. This is the most memorable part of your a...