IELTS Speaking

81. Describe a difficult decision that you once made.

You should say

What the decision was?

When you made the decision?

How long did it take you to make the decision?

And explain why it was a difficult decision to make?

Sample Answer 

One difficult decision that a friend of mine faced was whether to accept a job offer in a different city or stay in their current location.

The decision was made about two years ago when my friend received a job offer from a prestigious company in another city. The offer came after months of job searching and interviews, adding to the complexity of the decision.

It took my friend several weeks to make the decision. They had to weigh various factors, such as the career opportunity, the potential for professional growth, the higher salary offered, and the excitement of starting a new chapter. On the other hand, they had to consider leaving behind their established social circle, their family, and the familiarity of their current city.

The decision was particularly difficult because my friend had deep roots in their current city. They had close friends, a supportive network, and a comfortable routine. They also had to think about the challenges of relocating, including finding new housing, adjusting to a different environment, and potentially starting over socially.

Ultimately, my friend chose to accept the job offer and move to the new city. They believed that the career advancement and new experiences were worth the challenges of leaving their comfort zone. The decision was a significant turning point in their life, and while it was difficult, it allowed them to grow both personally and professionally.

This decision exemplifies the difficulty of choosing between familiar comforts and new opportunities, weighing short-term attachments against long-term goals, and the emotional turmoil that can come with such a life-altering choice.