Business Communication Essentials, 8th Ed.
Chapter 14. Applying and Interviewing for Employment
"TED Talks are fun and interesting.
"When you go in for a job interview, it's imperative that you make a stellar first (and lasting) impression.
"In my previous life as a recruiter, I mostly had positive experiences with candidates.
"The first question of any interview—the tricky “tell me more about how you got to where you are today” question—is an obvious icebreaker.
"It can be easy to forget that interviews aren’t about you.
According to Richard Moy, "As hard as it is to believe, there are times when you might get turned down for roles, even after you’ve knocked it out of the park during the interview process.
"If you want to hire a great candidate, you’d better ask the right questions.
"Are you really qualified for the position you’re interviewing for?
According to Jacquelyn Smith (photo, left), "Glassdoor reports that certain times of day, and certain days of the week, are better than others.
Adam Grant covers the topic at NYTimes.
"Just about every industry is undergoing some level of digital disruption, and the transformation is only in its infancy, according to McKinsey Digital global leader Paul Willmott, and Jay Scanlan, leader of McKinsey’s Digital Strategy Practice.
"Suddenly, the interviewer won’t return your emails or answer your calls.
"You nailed your interview.
"It's important to remember that every interview is a two-way street.
See how the equilibrium point represents a balance between supply and demand.
"The first time someone meets you, it takes them about three seconds to determine whether they like you or want to do business with you in the future, said Jean Baur, a career coach and author of the book 'The Essential Job Interview Handbook.
"There is nothing more exciting or nerve-wracking than hearing you’ve been invited for an interview.
"Hiring managers often doubt that anyone really wants to take a step “down.
"McKinsey Global Institute director Jonathan Woetzel (photo, left) and MGI senior fellow Anu Madgavkar discuss the economic and ethical reasons why gender equality is a worthy goal.
"To help you get into your interviewer’s head and learn what they want to see in a candidate, we rounded up a list of science-backed strategies to make yourself seem more likable, competent, and ultimately hirable.
"A young man I’ve mentored since he was in college called me.