chapter 15 getting a job business communication copyright 2010 south-western cengage learning
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Chapter 15Getting a Job
Business Communication
Copyright 2010 South-Western Cengage Learning
Your GoalsPersonal goalsCareer goals
215.1 Job Search
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Consider your personal goals and career goals when planning a job search.
Job QualificationsExperienceSkills and
educationPersonal traitsCareer portfolio
315.1 Job Search
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Both paid and volunteer work can help prepare you for a job.
Job OpportunitiesSchool placement
officesJob search networkPublications and the
InternetEmployment agenciesResearching
organizations
415.1 Job Search
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Working in a temporary position is a good way to get work experience.
Self-Assessment Tools
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Several Web sites provide free career self-assessment tools
Questions1.What is the name of the self-assessment tool you
used?2.What did you learn about your personal traits,
skills, interests, or values from using this tool?
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15.1 Job Search
Preparing a ResumeReverse chronological orderFunctional orderParts of a resume
Contact information and job objectiveSpecial qualificationsEducation and experienceActivities, interests, and achievements
References
615.2 Resume
Alternative ResumesScannable print resumesElectronic resumesWeb resumes
715.2 Resume
Truthful ResumesImportant tools for marketing your skillsShould include:
Keywords related to the job descriptionAccurate and truthful information
815.2 Resume
Application LetterOpening
paragraphBody
paragraphsClosing
paragraphGuidelines
915.3 Application Letter and Form
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Your application letter should capture the reader’s attention.
Application FormsUsing sample formsCompleting a form
1015.3 Application Letter and Form
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A job application form includes contact information and qualifications of an applicant.
The Job InterviewPreparing for a job
interviewTaking part in a job
interview
1115.4 Interview and Follow-Up Messages
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Make eye contact and greet the interviewer with a smile.
Follow-Up MessagesThank-you letterAcceptance or
rejection letter
1215.4 Interview and Follow-Up Messages
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A thank-you letter lets the interviewer know that you appreciate the interview.
Reading Job AnnouncementsReading skills are important for locating
and getting a job When reading a job announcement
Note job requirements and qualificationsNote keywords to use in a resume or
application letterLink your skills and experience to the job
requirements
1315.4 Interview and Follow-Up Messages
Vocabulary
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application formapplication letter career portfolioelectronic resumeinternshipjob interviewjob objective
job searchnetworkingqualificationsreferenceresumescannable resumeWeb resume