Business Communication Today, 15th Ed.
Chapter 19. Applying and Interviewing for Employment
"While you may end up being asked the standard "what is your weakness" question at a job interview, a sneaky employer may try to slip in some questions that are illegal to ask, in order to gain some possibly sensitive information.
"Just because you were able to schedule a phone interview over an in-person, doesn’t mean it’s time to slack off.
According to Jacquelyn Smith, "Employers today aren’t necessarily only looking for candidates with the right set of technical skills and years of experience under their belt.
"To avoid becoming a victim of discrimination during a job interview, here are 10 interview questions you don't have to answer: .
"Between career fairs, coffees, and in-office interviews, I've interviewed hundreds of people," declares Jessica Liebman (photo, left).
On Point, with Tom Ashbrook, covers the topic of "verbal tics" (“I’m just saying.
"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.
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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.
Sarah Green interviews Bryan Garner in this podcast at HBR Blog.
"In this Business English Pod episode we’re going to look at making a verbal progress report during a meeting.
"This is the second in a two-part Business English Pod series on motivating your team.
"In this lesson, we’ll look at some ways to motivate your team.
Richard A.
"This is the second in a two-part Business English Podcast lesson on resolving conflict, in which we’ve been focusing on solving everyday disagreements in the office.