Business Communication Essentials, 7th Ed.
Chapter 14. Applying and Interviewing for Employment
"Between career fairs, coffees, and in-office interviews, I've interviewed hundreds of people," declares Jessica Liebman (photo, left).
"When you've applied for dozens of jobs, actually landing an interview can seem like a major accomplishment.
According to Emmie Martin, "In today's job market, sending a post-interview thank-you note can be the difference between landing the job and being completely overlooked.
"You know that weird feeling between excitement and dread that accompanies an invitation to interview?
"Everyone knows they should ask questions at the end of a job interview, but what do you ask?
According to Jacqueline Smith (photo, left), "Hiring managers use the interview to gauge your fit for the job, your creativity, your ability to think on your feet, your emotional intelligence, and your attitude — so it's important to remember that it's not just what you say that counts, it's also how you say it.
"Everyone knows they should ask questions at the end of a job interview, but what do you ask?
Robin Madell, writer for U.
Chances are you'll have at least one video interview using Skype or another Internet-based phone service.
Justin Gmoser (photo, left) presents a short video on the "7 clichés you should never use in an interview.
"Most job candidates know it's important to make a good impression in the interview.
Brian Solis discusses reputation management as covered in Andy Beal's book Repped, 30 Days to a Better Online Reputation.
Matt Johnston presents a short video on the topic.
Richard A.
"Laszlo Bock (photo, left) knows a little something about how to ace an interview.
"There is nothing more exciting or nerve-wracking than hearing you’ve been invited for an interview.
"There are many things you have to remember to do and say in an all-important job interview, but don't miss the elephant in the room: the things that you should never do," says Justin Gmoser in his introduction to his video on the topic.
"Even for those who are "in the know" about the benefits of Plus, many have difficulty learning how to use Plus effectively.
Jerry Saltz covers the topic at Vulture.
"Professionals of any level and in any industry can benefit from having their own site, and if you set it up right and maintain it, you can get it to the top of the search results page," writes Richard Feloni in a piece featured at BusinessInsider.
According to Julien Rio, "Managing a brand page on Facebook isn't an easy task.
"In a recent LinkedIn post, Bernard Marr (photo,left), a global enterprise performance expert and a best-selling business author, says he’s always astonished to hear that candidates have been asked such inappropriate questions," writes Jacquelyn Smith in a post at BusinessInsider.
"Beyond being late and looking like a slob, there are a few things that you should NEVER say during a job interview.