Business Communication Today, 15th Ed.
Chapter 18. Building Careers and Writing Resumes
"Recruiters know all too well that not all resumes are created equal.
"Should I quit my job?
"Department stores have you all figured out, here are some of the tactics they use to get you to part with more cash.
According to Cheryl Conner (photo, left), "When it comes to high impact communication it is hard to surpass the power of TED.
"In April, LinkedIn announced it had reached 500 million members, making it one of the most popular social networks for professionals and one of the top social networks overall.
"If you've ever had someone record you speaking, it's hard to not notice how different you sound in the recording.
"Maybe you've visited the office.
Áine Cain (photo, left) has the list at BusinessInsider.
"In this video, Entrepreneur Network partner Ben Angel explains how one study found that people are often the most productive in the first two hours after they wake up -- typically between 9 a.
"Job-hunting is a lot like dating," says Liz Ryan in an article at Forbes.
"Sure, there’s plenty to love about working for a tech giant like Google.
"Speak with confidence, shine in the media, and present your brand in the best possible light.
"Ameen Haque, Founder of Storywallahs, is a storyteller, story coach and consultant.
"In this video, you will learn how to influence others to take action in business and serve in a way that serves everyone involved while maintaining the vision for the business as a whole.
"Looking forward to your college graduation is inevitable.
"I think we’d all agree that there’s nothing bad about getting promoted or landing a better position at your company," writes Adrian Granzella Larssen (photo, left) at TheMuse.
Kat Boogaard can empathize.
Liz Ryan navigates the terrain in a video presentation and article at Forbes.
"What makes work satisfying?
"Heidi Grant Halvorson, author of No One Understands You and What to Do About It, explains why we're often misunderstood and how to fix that.
"With this new tool, brand centrality and distinctiveness don't have to be contradictory goals.
"Even when it's phrased as delicately as possible, accepting constructive criticism can be brutal.
"Why do people tell lies in the workplace?
In this video Tony Robbins discusses the topic of rapport.
"Carmine Gallo shares the three simple secrets all inspiring messages share, and how inspiring executives and entrepreneurs tell their brand or product story in a way that's understandable, memorable and emotional.