Business Communication Today, 13th Ed.
Chapter 18. Building Careers and Writing Resumes
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"Recent college graduates looking for work already face tough competition, even with a stellar resume and interview skills," writes Kathryn Tuggle (photo, left).
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According to Vicki Davis, "Every email message from a parent or colleague is an opportunity to create a powerful impression.
Rebekah Campbell (photo, left) explains why she does all her recruiting through LinkedIn in this NYTimes.
"Because the competition in today's job market is so fierce, desperate job seekers will literally do whatever it takes to stand out from the crowd," writes Jacquelyn Smith at BusinessInsider.
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"Once you know you’re leaving a company, you need to think carefully about how you want to break the news, says job coach Lea McLeod [photo, left].
"How many times have you applied for a job and never heard back?
According to Bob Hutchins, "What people are sharing and how they’re sharing it is changing.
Jacqueline Smith (photo, left) will get little disagreement when she says, "Writing your very first resume can be a daunting process.
According to Tim Brown, CEO at IDEO, "Few people have helped as many people find the right job as Dick Bolles (photo, left).
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Jacquelyn Smith writes, "Here are 15 words and phrases that may hurt more than they'll help in a salary negotiation: .
Richard Feloni and Mike Nudelman, with BusinessInsider.
"How often do you use Google to find something on the internet?
According to Maggie Zhang (photo, left), "Most people want to become successful as quickly as possible.
Alison Green (photo, left) asks, "Wondering why you're not advancing in your career more quickly, or why you always seem to be overlooked when it comes time for raises, promotions, or important projects?
Jacqueline Smith (photo, left) asks, "What makes a resume great?
Ponder the key steps and decisions you have in front of you after graduation.
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