Business Communication Essentials, 7th Ed.
Chapter 14. Applying and Interviewing for Employment
Geoff Weinstein blogs at GeoffWeinstein.
Knowledge@Wharton covers the topic.
"Here are five truly idiotic HR policies that will keep your best employees racing for the exits the minute they get the chance — and keep you re-filling the same positions over and over until somebody pulls the needle out of your chief executive’s arm.
"The media industry has no shortage of things to worry about.
"The fifth anniversary of the Dodd-Frank legislation is an opportune time to resume the debate on whether it has achieved or failed to meet its goal of overhauling U.
"Some companies are trying to fool investors by dressing up their financial statements with fairy-tale numbers.
"These four moves might not affect your FICO score but can still harm your overall financial health.
"We think so, and online sales of luxury goods could triple to €70 billion by 2025.
"The explosion of digital technologies over the past decade has created “empowered” consumers so expert in their use of tools and information that they can call the shots, hunting down what they want when they want it and getting it delivered to their doorsteps at a rock-bottom price.
Gerald Kane, guest editor with MIT's Sloan Management Review, interviews Carlos Dominguez (photo, left) on the topic.
"One of the best ways to initiate a conversation with someone you admire — whether they're in your industry or someone with an interesting career — is through a cold email," writes Richard Feloni of BusinessInsider.
"In this article you’ll discover how to make sure your content meets Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Google requirements.
Liza Jansen reports.
"In this article you’ll discover how to analyze your competitors’ social accounts to inspire new marketing ideas.
"While many people think of LinkedIn as a place only for jobseekers, salespeople and recruiters, LinkedIn can help employees build influence around any business role," says David Fisher for SocialMediaExaminer.
"Introducing infographics into your Instagram marketing campaigns will attract more viewers and set you apart from other companies," writes Eugene Woo.
"Whether you’re an undergrad, in grad school, or a few years post-graduation, one of the best resources you have in your job search arsenal is a college career counselor," writes Sarah Yoo in a piece at themuse.
Grammar girl Mignon Fogarty gives the reasons.
"TED Talks are fun and interesting.
Grammar girl Mignon Fogarty answers the question.
"These days, email often supplements or even replaces traditional print business letters, internal memos and cover letters.
"There are few intellectual offenses more serious than plagiarism in academic and professional contexts.
"Dealing with frustrated and angry employees is a part of a small-business owner's responsibilities.
"Good communication is essential to managing and working in a productive and efficient workplace.
"If you're trying to perfect your pitch, try these seven public speaking exercises to help you get there.