Business Communication Essentials, 8th Ed.
Chapter 14. Applying and Interviewing for Employment
"There are certain parts of the interview process that people overly obsess over and spend an inordinate amount of time focusing on.
"You’re bound to be asked some difficult questions any time you interview for a new job.
"You’ve probably been told countless times not to show your hand during the interview process, especially when it comes to letting a hiring manager in on other opportunities you’ve lined up.
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"You feel like your interview is going well.
"Like a behavioral interview, during situational interview candidates are asked specific questions about what may happen on a job.
"You've done it! You passed the first interview with flying colors, and you just got a call or an email to schedule a second interview.
"The minutes of a meeting, or simply “minutes,” is an instant written record of a meeting or hearing.
" A big part of getting a job is making a good first impression, and a big part of making a good first impression is how you dress for the interview.
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"You’re bound to be asked some difficult questions any time you interview for a new job.
"You might wonder whether it's appropriate to ask why a position is open during an interview.
"To help you get started, here’s a checklist of five things you should know before accepting a job offer.
"The day is finally here! It’s time for your big job interview! You’ve been preparing for days, weeks—maybe even months—and you feel confident about your ability to showcase your skills.
"Desperate employers in a tight job market are trying out a new kind of job interview: Automated phone calls in which a candidate answers a series of pre-recorded questions.
"Ever get an uncomfortable feeling in your stomach during a job interview?
"Fantastic resume submitted.
"Nobody wants to wait days, or sometimes even weeks, to find out if the hiring manager was impressed by them in the interview.
"Most job applicants work hard to make a great first impression during their initial interview.
From an introduction to job-search strategies to details on résumé writing, you’ll find advice from career counseling professionals.
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"It's not where you worked, It's what you can do.