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Business Communication
Unit 4 Presentation
Career Building Skills
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SLIDE 21. Goal planningWhen you plan your career, first, set
your goals by
getting to know yourself :
1. What are my skills?2. What are my weaknesses?3. What do I
enjoy doing the most?4. What would I like to learn more about?
5. What part of my work would I like best?6. What part of my
work would I like least?
BENCHMARKING & NETWORKING
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SLIDE 32. Your career planIn planning your career :
1. identify the success factors
2. determine your current performance levels3. set personal
goals4. set targets and deadlines5. keep track of your progress
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SLIDE 43. Getting the job you wantIn order to get the job you
want , you may:
1. look at classifieds in a newspaper
2. seek the services of job placement firms3. do some networking
(best option of the 3)
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SLIDE 54. Writing employment documentsBe prepared for
1. skimmers
2. skeptics
In drafting your application documents,
1. determine your specific audience2. recognise and use key
words3. evaluate your writing
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SLIDE 64. Your CV / resumeYour CV will make a difference if
you:
1. keep it up to date
2. include skills you have (computers, languages etc.)3. tell
the truth4. do not exaggerate5. account for your time gaps6. ensure
the wording is perfect
SKILLS vs . FUNCTIONAL STYLE !
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SLIDE 74. Your application letter Your application letter will
make a difference if you:
1. show how you can contribute to the organisation
2. manage to get your readers attention3. mention specifics4.
emphasise your qualifications5. make references to your CV6.
conclude courteously7. adopt a professional format and style
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SLIDE 85. Your interview the basicsYour job interview is
essential , so:
1. find out where the interview takes place
2. get there on time3. do some research on the company in
advance4. try to sell yourself (= your skills)5. try to dress
appropriately (= as your job would require)6. show enthusiasm7.
make a good impression8. be prepared9. anticipate questions10. pay
close attention to the work culture
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SLIDE 95. Your interview possible pitfallsTry to avoid pitfalls
like
1. a bad personal appearance
2. maligning a former employer 3. being late for the interview4.
a limp handshake5. lack of eye contact6. indefinite responses /
answers7. emphasizing money rather than your qualifications8. a
lack of manners and courtesy9. indecision10. unwillingness to
partake of all workplace activities
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SLIDE 106. After getting the jobDont stop , but
1. learn how to communicate with those you work with
2. learn how to communicate with those you work for 3. try to
improve continuously4. continue developing your skills5. continue
improving your education
