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This is an online magazine by Bovee & Thill, authors of the leading textbooks in business communication and business writing, published by Pearson, featuring resources about application letters, resumes, career planning, and a variety of employment issues. For more information about Bovee & Thill's texts and their exclusive, superior coverage of employment, visit http://boveeandthillbusinesscommunicationblog.com. For instructor examination copies, go to http://blog.businesscommunicationnetwork.com/texts. To find your local sales representative, visit http://www.pearsonhighered.com/educator/replocator. To contact the authors, use this form: https://businesscommunicationnetwork.com/contact-us. To get a free Comprehensive Guide to Business Communication Instructional Resources, visit http://blog.businesscommunicationnetwork.com/resources.  Subscribe to a free weekly newsletter of new posts to all 11 of Bovee Thill's Online Magazines at http://sco.lt/8kgeVV.
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Preparing for Job Interviews by Bovee & Thill

It’s natural to feel some anxiety about job interviews, but there’s good news: You can take positive action to reduce the stress level and improve your chances of success at the same time. As you get ready to begin interviewing, keep three points in mind:

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10 Common Job Interview Questions and How to Answer Them, According to the Harvard Business Review

10 Common Job Interview Questions and How to Answer Them, According to the Harvard Business Review | Teaching Business Communication and Employment | Scoop.it

Interviews can be high stress, anxiety-driving situations, especially if it’s your first interview. A little practice and preparation always pays off. While we can’t know exactly what an employer will ask, here are 10 common interview questions along with advice on how to answer them.

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Fake Online Hiring Scams: Don’t Fall for Job Fraud

Fake Online Hiring Scams: Don’t Fall for Job Fraud | Teaching Business Communication and Employment | Scoop.it
Some companies and recruiters use online job sites and video technologies as a convenient and cost-effective way to communicate with applicants. Unfortunately, fraudsters are using them too, and they aren’t looking to offer you a job. Whether you are participating in an online job interview or have already been offered a position, there are some red flags that may signal a scam.
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Alert: 22-Year-Old Goes Viral for Sharing Job Scam Nightmare and Red Flags You Should Recognize

Alert: 22-Year-Old Goes Viral for Sharing Job Scam Nightmare and Red Flags You Should Recognize | Teaching Business Communication and Employment | Scoop.it
Red flags of a job scam, plus how to move forward if you've been targeted.
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Woman Shares the 'Kind, Encouraging and Carefully Worded' Rejection Letter an Employer Sent Her

Woman Shares the 'Kind, Encouraging and Carefully Worded' Rejection Letter an Employer Sent Her | Teaching Business Communication and Employment | Scoop.it
'Yes, it is possible to say no without breaking the spirits,' said the research assistant at the University of Florida.
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5 Weekly Phone Calls You Should Make to Advance Your Career

5 Weekly Phone Calls You Should Make to Advance Your Career | Teaching Business Communication and Employment | Scoop.it
Making a weekly call to someone who serves as an idea soundboard and someone else who challenges you will build valuable career connections.
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Teach Your Students about These 5 Phone Interview Errors That Are Causing Them to Lose Out on Jobs, Career Experts Say

Teach Your Students about These 5 Phone Interview Errors That Are Causing Them to Lose Out on Jobs, Career Experts Say | Teaching Business Communication and Employment | Scoop.it
One of the worst things you can do is just hanging up at the end of the call. Make sure you're prepared for the call coming to an end.
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Job-Hunters, Have You Posted Your Résumé on TikTok?

Job-Hunters, Have You Posted Your Résumé on TikTok? | Teaching Business Communication and Employment | Scoop.it
Feeling limited by LinkedIn, some Gen Z-ers are now applying for jobs using TikTok résumés. Employers are paying attention.
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10 Resume Trends and Forecasts You Should Be Teaching

10 Resume Trends and Forecasts You Should Be Teaching | Teaching Business Communication and Employment | Scoop.it

"Landing a job is not as easy as it sounds, and there’s a great chance your resume is preventing you from getting a shot at countless job opportunities.

 

"In this article, we will lay down the current trends in resume writing that can lead you to better job opportunities. What are the things you have to consider when building your resume, and what are the fatal errors you must avoid? Reading the trends here will help you craft a resume that may be the key to getting your dream job."

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10 Social Media Moves That Could Completely Sabotage Your Career

10 Social Media Moves That Could Completely Sabotage Your Career | Teaching Business Communication and Employment | Scoop.it

"It's true: Landing that dream job, a promotion, or a raise could be put in jeopardy if you're sharing questionable things on your social media accounts. Here, career experts share their best advice for editing yourself."

Helen's curator insight, April 6, 2021 10:52 AM

 This article giving me many insights about how to be more thoughtful with conditions that relate with my jobs and how we have to share this kind of ethics with students.

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38 Things You Should Never Include on Your Résumé

38 Things You Should Never Include on Your Résumé | Teaching Business Communication and Employment | Scoop.it
If you want to make it past the initial test, you need to have some solid qualifications — and the perfect résumé to highlight those qualifications.
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Seven Tips for Succeeding in Video Interviews

Seven Tips for Succeeding in Video Interviews | Teaching Business Communication and Employment | Scoop.it

Students should prepare to be interviewed by video as they move through the job search process, and these interviews require some special consideration.

 

Video interviews can be conducted via Skype or similar services, video conferencing systems, or automated interviewing systems in which candidates respond to prerecorded questions.

 

Most of the advice outlined in Fourteen Tips for Succeeding in Phone Interviews applies to video interviews, and encourage your students to follow these additional tips:

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Meet the Robots That Read Resumes

Meet the Robots That Read Resumes | Teaching Business Communication and Employment | Scoop.it

These days, the first set of eyes on your resume may not actually be human eyes. Check out this infographic to see what applicant tracking systems are really looking for.

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The AI Revolution in Job Hunting A Closer Look

AI has revolutionized job hunting by automating resume screening, enhancing candidate matching, and personalizing job recommendations. AI-driven platforms streamline the recruitment process, reducing time and biases. They analyze vast amounts of data to match job seekers with suitable roles, improving accuracy over traditional methods.

 

Additionally, AI-powered chatbots provide instant assistance and feedback, enhancing the candidate experience. For job seekers, AI tools help optimize resumes and prepare for interviews using data-driven insights. Overall, AI makes the job search more efficient and tailored, benefiting both employers and candidates.

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Order Examination Copies of Bovee & Thill Textbooks

Order Examination Copies of Bovee & Thill Textbooks | Teaching Business Communication and Employment | Scoop.it

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Over Half of Americans Admit to Lying on Their Resume

Over Half of Americans Admit to Lying on Their Resume | Teaching Business Communication and Employment | Scoop.it
With the increasing competitiveness when it comes to getting hired in the workplace, more and more people are feeling the need to lie on their resumes.
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Your Students Are Expected to Ask Questions in a Job Interview. Here's What They Should Say.

Your Students Are Expected to Ask Questions in a Job Interview. Here's What They Should Say. | Teaching Business Communication and Employment | Scoop.it
Jenny Taylor has 36 years experience as a recruiter for IBM. She told Insider it impresses her when candidates ask what she thinks of the CEO.
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How to Identify Red Flags in Employers in a Job Interview

How to Identify Red Flags in Employers in a Job Interview | Teaching Business Communication and Employment | Scoop.it
Jobs seekers want employers who will take care of them. Here are the top red flags in a job interview that indicate a company doesn't care about you.
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Teach Your Students These 14 Essential Ways to Prepare for Before, During, and After a Job Interview

Teach Your Students These 14 Essential Ways to Prepare for Before, During, and After a Job Interview | Teaching Business Communication and Employment | Scoop.it

From prepping your outfit and body language to saying goodbye and how to follow up, here's everything that should be done to prep for an interview.

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11 Impactful Ways to Update a Resume

11 Impactful Ways to Update a Resume | Teaching Business Communication and Employment | Scoop.it
Even if your work experience has stayed the same, there are still ways to update your resume for the modern recruiting process.
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Want To Be Noticed By Recruiters? Try This Resume Strategy to Get Through the Applicant Tracking System

Want To Be Noticed By Recruiters? Try This Resume Strategy to Get Through the Applicant Tracking System | Teaching Business Communication and Employment | Scoop.it
99% of the Fortune 500 companies use an Applicant Tracking System to accept a job candidate’s resume when you apply for a position online. Will they find you?
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8 Interview Questions about Diversity and Inclusion Every Job Seeker Should Be Able to Answer

8 Interview Questions about Diversity and Inclusion Every Job Seeker Should Be Able to Answer | Teaching Business Communication and Employment | Scoop.it

Consumers are also starting to hold companies accountable for insensitive statements and biased blunders. Companies want employees who will represent them well and demonstrate cultural competency. With those goals and concerns in mind, interviewers are starting to ask all candidates about their thoughts on diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. Read the full article: http://vid.us/d5mouo

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10 Ways to Make the Worst Impression at a Job Interview

10 Ways to Make the Worst Impression at a Job Interview | Teaching Business Communication and Employment | Scoop.it
The top 10 ways to make the worst impression at a job interview, and what to do so you don't make a bad impression and hurt your chances of getting hired.
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Fourteen Tips That Will Help Your Students Succeed in Phone Interviews

Fourteen Tips That Will Help Your Students Succeed in Phone Interviews | Teaching Business Communication and Employment | Scoop.it

As your students begin the interview process, chances are good that their initial screening interviews and at least subsequent interview will be conducted over the phone. Employers treat telephone interviews as seriously as in-person interviews, so candidates need to be ready to perform effectively in these important exchanges.

 

Share these fourteen tips with your students to help them prepare and to ease the stress of getting ready for phone interviews:

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Top 10 Trends for Job Seekers

Top 10 Trends for Job Seekers | Teaching Business Communication and Employment | Scoop.it
Are you in the market for a new job? If so, jump on your search now because the market is heating up. First time job seekers and those looking for a career boost are ripe for success. According to Glassdoor, the U.S. economy is growing, leading to noticeable effects on hiring. Here are some of …
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