Business Communication Today, 15th Ed.
Chapter 18. Building Careers and Writing Resumes
That resource is no longer available, but here is advice on creating a compelling LinkedIn profile.
"If you love infographics, you're hardly alone.
"A slip of the tongue?
"How can a fresh graduate get a job when companies only want to hire those with experience?
"Whether you're on a date or meeting a client for the first time, you want to make a good first impression.
"You only have few seconds to capture their attention before your message gets drowned in the sea of updates.
"Data never sleeps.
According to Padmaja Ganeshan-Singh, "Here are a few tips that can help you make the most of the six seconds your résumé has with the recruiter: .
"Before giving up on LinkedIn .
"Applying for a job typically consists of providing two documents to your potential employer: a resume and a cover letter.
"Unfortunately, it seems that many professionals have forgotten the number one rule of networking—and for that matter, one of the most important guidelines for your entire career: The best time to build a network is before you need one.
"Over the years SOAP has helped clients to create and deliver thousands of presentations in a lot of countries and in more markets and areas than we can count.
Corey Eridon (photo, left) examines the data on the topic and provides the introduction to the infographic.
"As a seasoned job placement expert, one question I hear the most is, “What is the best time of year to look for a job?
Take a look at the infographic on the topic at eLearningInfoGraphics.
"Hiring managers spend just six seconds on your resume before they decide on you — this is exactly what they look at.
"How long should my tweet be?
"Learn the proper business etiquette for using mobile devices.
Samuel Bleakly (photo, left) has some strong words for millenials.
From the folks at Educational Technology and Mobile Learning.
"Learn how to write for mobile devices.
"When I was first introduced to the idea of journaling as a way of resolving career issues, I was dubious," says Lea McLeod.
Click on the image or on the link below to see the infographic.
Take a look at this infographic produced by TopManagementCareers.
Danny Rubin weighs in on the subject.