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I’ll Never Have To Write Because…

October 22, 2011

Most students understand the importance of effective oral communication skills. But some students aren’t convinced that they will need to be able to write well to succeed professionally. They may think that a secretary or technical writer will do their writing, or think that they can use form letters if they do have to write. [...]

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Importance of Communication in an Organization

October 18, 2011

Few organizations exist in order to communicate. Most have another purpose: to sell a product or service, to supply a social need, to implement plans and policies. Yet to do these things, organizations spend an enormous amount of time, energy, and money communicating. People in organizations communicate in many ways: face-to-face in two-person discussions, in [...]

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Conducting Your Own “Interview”

October 2, 2011

As you continue your evaluation of whether this is the right place for you, look for answers to the following questions as you talk to the interviewer: – Inquire about specific duties. If you meet others in the company, try to ascertain how you would interact with them if hired. – What is the particular [...]

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Don’t Smoke or Chew Gum

December 8, 2010

Even if the interviewer is knee-deep in ashtrays and puffing on a cigar, don’t light up yourself, even if specifically invited to do so. It’s not a social visit, it’s a business presentation and you don’t want the distractions involved in smoking. Besides, these days smoking in the workplace is getting a bad name. Especially [...]

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Managing the Interview

December 5, 2010

Here’s what your prospective employer will be trying to decide during the interview: Are you neat and businesslike? Do you answer tough questions with sincerity and conviction? Do you have necessary information at your fingertips? (names, dates, references) Are you on time? Are you convincing? Will you fit in with co-workers? Do you seem easy [...]

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Managing the Interview

November 28, 2010

How long has it been open? How many have applied for it? Are any current employees applying for it? What is the turnover rate for this job? How much travel is involved? Will I be trained? What kind? What about performance reviews? How are raises and promotions decided? What kind of growth and opportunity can [...]

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Cold Contacts

November 17, 2010

You’ll want to make sure any agencies you deal with are responsible organizations. Do they belong to the National Association for Personnel Consultants? Are they state licensed? Do they specialize in your particular area of interest? Most employment agencies are reputable, ethical businesses, but it doesn’t hurt to check. Ask your friends if they’ve had [...]

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Conducting your Job Search

November 14, 2010

You want to be methodical about your job search, and do the most thorough job you can. A little bit of time spent on research will make all the difference. You’ll want to identify what prospective employers do, where they are located, the size of the company, key personnel. Engaging in research is also a [...]

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