Business Communication Essentials, 8th Ed.
Prologue
"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.
"Remembering the names of the people you meet will help you stand out and make a good impression.
"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].
Jeff Haden presents each tip and a link to the appropriate TED talk including one by Malcolm Gladwell.
Sherwood Fleming covers Microsoft's Skype Translator.
According to Tim Brown, CEO at IDEO, "Few people have helped as many people find the right job as Dick Bolles (photo, left).
"Sir Tim Berners-Lee invented the World Wide Web 25 years ago.
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Here is a Justin Gmoser video on the topic.
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.
According to Maggie Zhang (photo, left), "Most people want to become successful as quickly as possible.
"Success at work stems from face-to-face communication with others.
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?
"Everyone knows they should ask questions at the end of a job interview, but what do you ask?
Investopedia offers a variety of short videos on fundamental investing topics.
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Wharton professor Eric W.
Chances are you'll have at least one video interview using Skype or another Internet-based phone service.
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"Many people will tell you that the most effective way to find your next job is by meeting people and fostering relationships," says Matt Johnston (photo, left).
Brian Solis discusses reputation management as covered in Andy Beal's book Repped, 30 Days to a Better Online Reputation.
"The best advice I ever received was from a guy who came at me with scissors and cut off my tie.
Matt Johnston presents a short video on the topic.