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First Job Survival Guide [electronic resource]

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Human resources personnel and hiring managers across the nation have begun to discover that an alarming percentage of new graduates do not have the necessary business knowledge and skills to succeed in a professional career. Answering that need, this unique, easy-to-read reference guide will give recent high school or college graduates who are new or relatively new to the workforce the practical, usable guidance and advice they need to thrive in the world of work. The book includes real stories, checklists, and self-tests for polishing your image and your on-the-job performance.

Title First Job Survival Guide [electronic resource] : How to Thrive and Advance in Your New Career
Publisher Indianapolis : JIST Publishing
Creation Date 2005
Notes Description based upon print version of record.
English
Content Contents
Introduction
Chapter 1 Your Professional Image
Chapter 2 Business Writing Basics
Chapter 3 Business Etiquette
Chapter 4 Dealing with Difficult Co-workers
Chapter 5 Developing a Positive Relationship with Your Boss
Chapter 6 Eight Ways to Be an Effective Team Member
Chapter 7 Tapping into the Positive Side of Conflict Situations
Chapter 8 Influencing Others
Chapter 9 Maximizing Your Results
Index
About the Authors
Extent 1 online resource (225 p.)
Language English
National Library system number 997010710063105171
MARC RECORDS
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