Business Communication Essentials, 8th Ed.
Prologue
"Nobody likes being in a rut.
"'I had never done tech.
"What constitutes a “career change” is a bit vague, but I like to think of it as taking a job in a new industry so that you can continue to develop your personal and professional skills.
"Twitter can be an excellent resource for your job search, introducing you to new people, organizations, ideas, and, of course, jobs.
According to Joel Goldstein, "Networking is vital to success in the business world, but it can be challenging for people who are not used to the uncomfortable task of making small talk with strangers.
"Half a dozen readers specifically asked about a LinkedIn “mistake” of another kind, which is well-represented by this email: .
"You’re interviewing for a pretty great gig, and things are going really well.
"Having a couple connections and an updated profile isn’t enough to make the most of LinkedIn.
According to Ian Siegel, CEO of ZipRecruiter, "Changing jobs can help you climb the corporate ladder more quickly or increase your salary faster than annual raises.
"It’s surprising to hear just how many people openly say they dislike their job, whether it’s because of the people they’re working with, the duties involved or the fulfillment they get from it on a day-to-day basis," says Jack Shardlow.
"You’ve finally figured it out.
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Liza Jansen reports.
"Whether you’re an undergrad, in grad school, or a few years post-graduation, one of the best resources you have in your job search arsenal is a college career counselor," writes Sarah Yoo in a piece at themuse.
"Hiring managers typically use your résumé to determine whether you're qualified for the job, and the interview to decide if you're the perfect fit.
"Realizing you’re in the wrong career can be a tough pill to swallow," writes Katie Douthwaite Wolf (photo, left).
"Are your eyes glazing over from staring at the computer – refreshing the online job search engines every other minute and blindly emailing résumés?
According to Arnie Fertig, "No matter what your occupation or level of experience is, the process of getting a new job has several common elements.
"Start by writing short, declarative sentences.
"In his fourth book, "American Nations: A History of the Eleven Rival Regional Cultures in North America," award-winning author Colin Woodard [photo, left] identifies 11 distinct cultures that have historically divided the US.
According to Krista Bourne (photo, left), "When we are forced or voluntarily move out of our comfort zone we are required to build on our previous experiences to thrive through unfamiliar territory.
Check out this Business Insider video produced by Alex Kuzoian with original reporting by Drake Baer.
"Discovering and implementing your company's brand identity isn't as complicated as it may appear.