The first passage that I found to be particularly helpful is located on page 299 paragraph 3. This passage discusses cover letters and how it is beneficial to reaffirm interest and request an interview. The first example they give suggests contacting the organization two weeks after your interview to see if they need any additional information about you and/or your credentials. This is a good way to build communication to potentially strengthen your relationship with the interviewer(s). The next example was to offer to come into the office during a certain span of time. This will show the interviewer(s) your ability to be flexible with your time and schedule.
The second passage I thought was pretty interesting is located on page 303 paragraph 2. This passage explains what exit interviews are and what they are used for. I didn’t know what it was but they are more useful and beneficial for the employers. The employers make the assumption that someone leaving the organization will be more honest about pay, culture, and other things about the organization as a whole. Personally, I have never been a part of an exit interview, however if I was an employer or person with a position of power in an organization, I would take key notes during these specific interviews.
Journal 17:
The first section which peaked my interest began on p302 and ended on p304. These pages covered the different types of interviews. I found value in these pages because there being different types of interviews was a semi new idea to me. I have always been aware of two types, technical and personal but seeing that there are seven types of interviews according to this book has widened my eyes. It really seems that a lot of interaction in a corporate/professional setting can be seen as a kind of interview. Having this to be aware of, I feel, will make me think twice about what I say and how I portray myself in future professional interactions.
The second section which I was interested in was the section on cover letters. As someone who has applied for internships already I realize that I have not fulfilled this aspect. It was something that I was somewhat unaware of due to it not being a requirement in the places I applied to. I do know however, that doing more, going that extra mile to express interest is beneficial in a professional setting and I wish that I had done so. I definitely will include cover letters in the future, especially when applying to real full time jobs.
While doing the reading I learned a lot of new information I did not know about interviewing. I knew most of what the reading was talking about in the first few pages, as I’ve had to make multiple resumes in the past that got me multiple different job opportunities; and my previous high school also gave me a lot of helpful tips on how to make a professional resume. However, when I got to page 301, paragraph 4, where I read that there are just five characteristics of interviews – goal driven, question–answer, structured, controlled, and unbalanced. After reading about the different characteristics, I think the most important one is being goal driven. Now obviously there can be multiple of these characteristics in an interview, however being goal driven just stands out from the others. In the next paragraph it even states that “interviews are generally more goal driven than other types of communication.” I’ve noticed that in all of the interviews I’ve had, I describe myself as a very goal driven person. You give me a goal and I will do my very best to achieve it, and even try to go above and beyond. One thing I found curious was on page 304, paragraph 3, in which it talks about how there are different types of interviews, and that the most important was employment interviews. I was curious and found this hard to understand because I did not realize that there were seven different types of interviews, according to this reading anyways, however now after reading about them I understand the need for each different type of interview. Overall, this reading was very informative and I will definitely remember the lessons and advice it portrays for any future interviews I may be a part of.
I hadn’t considered that there is a variety of different types and styles of interviews, I had always thought of interviews as a way of gathering information from a person on a subject or about their goals and aspirations. A singular process which was meant to bring new hires aboard the company, but rather it is better to categorize interviews into the seven different classes. Some of these classes may overlap and share some similarities but they are each unique in their own respective ways. Persuasive interviews are very new to me, it seems rather cruel to influence interviewees by asking them questions about their beliefs and desires. The example the book gave was about the actions of politicians. If there was a candidate who promoted animal cruelty would you still vote for them? To plant doubt in the interviewees about their beliefs is a way to change their perspectives and provoke a different response.
The passage that I thought was very interesting was from pages 303-304, in these passages they talked about the importance of interviews, especially exit interviews and why they are used in businesses, but they are also beneficial for the employees. The bosses or company will make assumptions on why a person is leaving and the exit meetings allow the company to determine why it is a person wants to leave, whether it be pay or the culture, etc. The use of these interviews should continue to be used in order to support or raise the culture or atmosphere of companies. There are a variety of interviews that can be utilized, and they are all interesting when it comes to running a business.
The second passage I thought was interesting was the talk and use of cover letters, as someone who has been applying for a variety of internships, I have used a ton of cover letters for a wide range of companies. Using these letters are meant to show the companies you are interested and know factual stuff about them and their goals or missions. Doing these things show companies you are diligent and willing to go above and beyond for them and it will look favorably on your resume and applications.
The section that I fund was very helpful was the first paragraph 8 on page 298. The section was called ” Preparing for an intervirew” This section talked about how to be prepared for an interview with your resume and how to properly set up your resume. I do have a resume that I have used that did not contain a cover page and I was still hired, so I am confused as to why that was mentioned here. This passage is would be helpful to someone who is a first time applicant or someone who is trying to refine their resume. The quotes like “stand out but in a good way” stand out to me as impprtant components.
The other section that I found helpful was on page 302 under “Recognizing the types of Interviews.” This is important if someone is applying for a position. They obviously ned to know what type of professionalism that needs to be displayed. Because a college interview and a college interview are a similar but also different setting. Youre going to have to be more personable than professional in a college interview situation as a means of showing off your individuality. As opposed to a job interview which should be in a strict professional setting.
Nothing was hard to undertannd about this chapter, it overall made sense and was sraightforward.
I really liked a lot of the information that was talked about in this section of the book. It really pertained to many things that are going on in my life currently, I have had to create a resume, cover letter, and personal statement for my medical school applications and now I am waiting to hear back if I will get an interview to the medical schools I have applied to. I think it is really helpful to have all of this information laid out in such an easy to understand way. It shows the right things to do to prepare for an interview and how you should present yourself. But it also shows the things that go into getting ready for an interview, which was really cool to me because I have never had anyone ever teach me that. As someone who has only had to interview for one job in their life, the others were just given to me based on need and my relationship with the owners, this information would’ve been so crucial for me to know going into that interview. It would’ve help me feel much more confident. But overall I really like the information that was given to us inn this chapter, it rally made such an easy to follow guide about what to do and what is expected of you.
Q: “When listing activities on your résumé, you should include those most relevant to the position first. However, in this case, feel free to also list activities that are not necessarily related to the position. Of course, you should only include those activities that reflect favorably on you, but listing activities can indicate a well-rounded person with many life experiences from which to draw when dealing with people and participating in organizational life.”
C: I made and remade a few résumés, but when I first started making them I would only put my job experience, education, and skills I thought were related to the position. I never thought about putting other activities or experiences that weren’t job related. I eventually spoke to counselors in high school who said to put experiences such as community service on my résumé, and even other activities I thought wouldn’t be relevant. I thought those looking through résumés only cared about credentials like education and experience, but that isn’t always the case. It’s better to be well rounded with a variety of activities and experiences on your résumé.
Q: Why don’t high schools teach students how to build their résumé? At least at my high school, we were never taught how but I think this would be a useful skill to learn early.
Q: “You may have previously experienced an information-gaining interview and not even realized it as such. Information-gaining interviews are those in which a person solicits information from another person. You have likely responded to surveys, which is one form of information-gaining interview. A doctor asking you about your symptoms during an office visit is another example of this form of interview. You may conduct information-gaining interviews when preparing speeches and papers for school or work. These sorts of interviews are also frequently seen on webcasts and included in newspapers, magazines, and blogs.”
C: While I have never conducted a job interview, I certainly have conducted an information-gaining interview. Even before our handbook project, I have interviewed students and staff here at UNE to gather information about their experience at UNE, or in education in general. With this past project, I interviewed another professor and gained information about them that I wouldn’t have known otherwise. It’s very interesting to see what you can learn about another person indirectly through certain kinds of questions. I’m not sure if I will ever be in a job position where interviewing other people will be necessary, but if it is I have the experience of information-gaining interviews to help me.
Q: Are information-gaining interviews really that different from employment interviews? Is the biggest difference what the interviewer does with that information?
One part of the reading that I felt was interesting was in paragraph 2 on page 303. In this passage the author writes about exit interviews, and this is something I can relate to. After our football seasons conclude, our coach has us all come in and do exit meetings with him and this is very similar to the exit interviews in the reading. For both my coach and employers, these exit interviews are very beneficial because this is when people will be the most honest. From my experience, these are pretty relaxed, but they want to get all the information out of you that they can. Another part of the reading that I found helpful was the part about cover letters. This is one of those things that is not taught directly to students. I have not yet gotten to the point where I have been submitting resumes but now I know that when I do, I need to have a cover letter with the appropriate information on it. Even though cover letters are not always required, it is still good to have one because it shows the people that are reading your application that you care enough to take an extra step even when it is not required.
The first passage that really caught my attention was, “Summarize Qualifications and Promote Resume”. Before applying to any job you should show what you bring to the table and the strengths that you offer. A resume doesn’t only help you with that, but it shows your work experience as well. “Summarize the qualifications that make you an ideal fit for the position in the second paragraph. You may want to indicate your intention to contact this person in the future (Pg 299 Ch2).” The more qualities and professionalism you show in a job, the more you show you are qualified and a good person for the job.
The other passage that I thought was useful is, “Employment Interviews”. Your employment interview is you convincing someone to trust you to hire for the company they work for. In other words, they put themselves on the line for you. So it’s on you to show why you deserve, and have what it takes to work for whatever job it is. “Employment interviews are those in which a potential employer interviews a potential employee. Bot parties have a great deal riding on the success of an interview… The potential employer is searching for a qualified applicant and for someone who would actually benefit the organization” (Pg 302 Ch 3).
The first passage I will be talking about will be the first passage on the first page which is page 297. Although it may just be the first page it talks about the significance of a good cover letter and resume which can do a lot of an individual. It talks about how chances are you will not even get an interview or an option to interview if you do not have a good cover letter and resume. Then it went on to talk about what you can begin the interview phase. To have a good interview you need to have a list of things which include questions, sequences and answers to everything. These are all equally all important and should all be ready for.
The second excerpt I looked at came on page 301. This excerpt talks about the interviewing stage alone. It goes on to talk about how you need to consider important points and make sure they stand out. Also make sure you present your self in a formal way and come off presentable. Also make sure it feels like a combination of both a conversation and a interview, not too formal but also not too informal.
The initial passage that grabbed my attention was titled “Summarize Qualifications and Promote Resume.” Before applying for any job, it’s crucial to showcase your strengths and what you bring to the table. A resume not only facilitates this but also highlights your valuable work experience. The second paragraph advises summarizing qualifications that align with the job (as per Pg 299 Ch2) and expressing an intention to follow up. Demonstrating qualities and professionalism enhances your qualifications and presents you as an ideal candidate.
Another insightful passage is on “Employment Interviews.” Viewed as a persuasive endeavor, a job interview is your opportunity to earn the trust of a potential employer and secure a position within their company. The employer takes a leap of faith in considering you for the role, making it your responsibility to articulate why you are deserving and possess the necessary qualities for the job. As stated on page 302, Chapter 3, employment interviews involve both the potential employer seeking a qualified candidate and someone who will genuinely contribute to the organization’s success.
I thought it was nice how the book laid out and defined what a cover letter and resume are. I never really thought about types of interviews other than employment and performance (pg 302). Whenever I left a job, all I did was write a 2-week resignation letter without going through an “exit interview” (pg 303). It makes sense for that sort of thing to happen with long-term employees or higher positions. I liked table 15.1 on page 307, I think it sets you up well for the core questions you’re asking in an interview. I feel this chapter is a great resource for anyone, not just for communications. Having these sorts of “guidelines” to follow can help ease the anxiety around being interviewed and answering some pretty big questions. Understanding why some questions are asked is also important, for example, the reason they ask what you’ll be doing in 5 years is to see if it involves the position you’re interviewing for. I remember being asked a question like that before my freshman year and of course I didn’t mention still being a Panera worker. I think that might’ve been why I didn’t get the job, but honestly, I’m really glad because it would’ve sucked.
13 thoughts on “JORUNAL # 17”
The first passage that I found to be particularly helpful is located on page 299 paragraph 3. This passage discusses cover letters and how it is beneficial to reaffirm interest and request an interview. The first example they give suggests contacting the organization two weeks after your interview to see if they need any additional information about you and/or your credentials. This is a good way to build communication to potentially strengthen your relationship with the interviewer(s). The next example was to offer to come into the office during a certain span of time. This will show the interviewer(s) your ability to be flexible with your time and schedule.
The second passage I thought was pretty interesting is located on page 303 paragraph 2. This passage explains what exit interviews are and what they are used for. I didn’t know what it was but they are more useful and beneficial for the employers. The employers make the assumption that someone leaving the organization will be more honest about pay, culture, and other things about the organization as a whole. Personally, I have never been a part of an exit interview, however if I was an employer or person with a position of power in an organization, I would take key notes during these specific interviews.
Journal 17:
The first section which peaked my interest began on p302 and ended on p304. These pages covered the different types of interviews. I found value in these pages because there being different types of interviews was a semi new idea to me. I have always been aware of two types, technical and personal but seeing that there are seven types of interviews according to this book has widened my eyes. It really seems that a lot of interaction in a corporate/professional setting can be seen as a kind of interview. Having this to be aware of, I feel, will make me think twice about what I say and how I portray myself in future professional interactions.
The second section which I was interested in was the section on cover letters. As someone who has applied for internships already I realize that I have not fulfilled this aspect. It was something that I was somewhat unaware of due to it not being a requirement in the places I applied to. I do know however, that doing more, going that extra mile to express interest is beneficial in a professional setting and I wish that I had done so. I definitely will include cover letters in the future, especially when applying to real full time jobs.
Ryan Kelly
Prof. Jessie Miller
Communications 110
9 November 2023
Journal 17
While doing the reading I learned a lot of new information I did not know about interviewing. I knew most of what the reading was talking about in the first few pages, as I’ve had to make multiple resumes in the past that got me multiple different job opportunities; and my previous high school also gave me a lot of helpful tips on how to make a professional resume. However, when I got to page 301, paragraph 4, where I read that there are just five characteristics of interviews – goal driven, question–answer, structured, controlled, and unbalanced. After reading about the different characteristics, I think the most important one is being goal driven. Now obviously there can be multiple of these characteristics in an interview, however being goal driven just stands out from the others. In the next paragraph it even states that “interviews are generally more goal driven than other types of communication.” I’ve noticed that in all of the interviews I’ve had, I describe myself as a very goal driven person. You give me a goal and I will do my very best to achieve it, and even try to go above and beyond. One thing I found curious was on page 304, paragraph 3, in which it talks about how there are different types of interviews, and that the most important was employment interviews. I was curious and found this hard to understand because I did not realize that there were seven different types of interviews, according to this reading anyways, however now after reading about them I understand the need for each different type of interview. Overall, this reading was very informative and I will definitely remember the lessons and advice it portrays for any future interviews I may be a part of.
Sawyer Ohman
CMM110-A
11/9/23
I hadn’t considered that there is a variety of different types and styles of interviews, I had always thought of interviews as a way of gathering information from a person on a subject or about their goals and aspirations. A singular process which was meant to bring new hires aboard the company, but rather it is better to categorize interviews into the seven different classes. Some of these classes may overlap and share some similarities but they are each unique in their own respective ways. Persuasive interviews are very new to me, it seems rather cruel to influence interviewees by asking them questions about their beliefs and desires. The example the book gave was about the actions of politicians. If there was a candidate who promoted animal cruelty would you still vote for them? To plant doubt in the interviewees about their beliefs is a way to change their perspectives and provoke a different response.
The passage that I thought was very interesting was from pages 303-304, in these passages they talked about the importance of interviews, especially exit interviews and why they are used in businesses, but they are also beneficial for the employees. The bosses or company will make assumptions on why a person is leaving and the exit meetings allow the company to determine why it is a person wants to leave, whether it be pay or the culture, etc. The use of these interviews should continue to be used in order to support or raise the culture or atmosphere of companies. There are a variety of interviews that can be utilized, and they are all interesting when it comes to running a business.
The second passage I thought was interesting was the talk and use of cover letters, as someone who has been applying for a variety of internships, I have used a ton of cover letters for a wide range of companies. Using these letters are meant to show the companies you are interested and know factual stuff about them and their goals or missions. Doing these things show companies you are diligent and willing to go above and beyond for them and it will look favorably on your resume and applications.
Journal 17,
The section that I fund was very helpful was the first paragraph 8 on page 298. The section was called ” Preparing for an intervirew” This section talked about how to be prepared for an interview with your resume and how to properly set up your resume. I do have a resume that I have used that did not contain a cover page and I was still hired, so I am confused as to why that was mentioned here. This passage is would be helpful to someone who is a first time applicant or someone who is trying to refine their resume. The quotes like “stand out but in a good way” stand out to me as impprtant components.
The other section that I found helpful was on page 302 under “Recognizing the types of Interviews.” This is important if someone is applying for a position. They obviously ned to know what type of professionalism that needs to be displayed. Because a college interview and a college interview are a similar but also different setting. Youre going to have to be more personable than professional in a college interview situation as a means of showing off your individuality. As opposed to a job interview which should be in a strict professional setting.
Nothing was hard to undertannd about this chapter, it overall made sense and was sraightforward.
I really liked a lot of the information that was talked about in this section of the book. It really pertained to many things that are going on in my life currently, I have had to create a resume, cover letter, and personal statement for my medical school applications and now I am waiting to hear back if I will get an interview to the medical schools I have applied to. I think it is really helpful to have all of this information laid out in such an easy to understand way. It shows the right things to do to prepare for an interview and how you should present yourself. But it also shows the things that go into getting ready for an interview, which was really cool to me because I have never had anyone ever teach me that. As someone who has only had to interview for one job in their life, the others were just given to me based on need and my relationship with the owners, this information would’ve been so crucial for me to know going into that interview. It would’ve help me feel much more confident. But overall I really like the information that was given to us inn this chapter, it rally made such an easy to follow guide about what to do and what is expected of you.
Q: “When listing activities on your résumé, you should include those most relevant to the position first. However, in this case, feel free to also list activities that are not necessarily related to the position. Of course, you should only include those activities that reflect favorably on you, but listing activities can indicate a well-rounded person with many life experiences from which to draw when dealing with people and participating in organizational life.”
C: I made and remade a few résumés, but when I first started making them I would only put my job experience, education, and skills I thought were related to the position. I never thought about putting other activities or experiences that weren’t job related. I eventually spoke to counselors in high school who said to put experiences such as community service on my résumé, and even other activities I thought wouldn’t be relevant. I thought those looking through résumés only cared about credentials like education and experience, but that isn’t always the case. It’s better to be well rounded with a variety of activities and experiences on your résumé.
Q: Why don’t high schools teach students how to build their résumé? At least at my high school, we were never taught how but I think this would be a useful skill to learn early.
Q: “You may have previously experienced an information-gaining interview and not even realized it as such. Information-gaining interviews are those in which a person solicits information from another person. You have likely responded to surveys, which is one form of information-gaining interview. A doctor asking you about your symptoms during an office visit is another example of this form of interview. You may conduct information-gaining interviews when preparing speeches and papers for school or work. These sorts of interviews are also frequently seen on webcasts and included in newspapers, magazines, and blogs.”
C: While I have never conducted a job interview, I certainly have conducted an information-gaining interview. Even before our handbook project, I have interviewed students and staff here at UNE to gather information about their experience at UNE, or in education in general. With this past project, I interviewed another professor and gained information about them that I wouldn’t have known otherwise. It’s very interesting to see what you can learn about another person indirectly through certain kinds of questions. I’m not sure if I will ever be in a job position where interviewing other people will be necessary, but if it is I have the experience of information-gaining interviews to help me.
Q: Are information-gaining interviews really that different from employment interviews? Is the biggest difference what the interviewer does with that information?
One part of the reading that I felt was interesting was in paragraph 2 on page 303. In this passage the author writes about exit interviews, and this is something I can relate to. After our football seasons conclude, our coach has us all come in and do exit meetings with him and this is very similar to the exit interviews in the reading. For both my coach and employers, these exit interviews are very beneficial because this is when people will be the most honest. From my experience, these are pretty relaxed, but they want to get all the information out of you that they can. Another part of the reading that I found helpful was the part about cover letters. This is one of those things that is not taught directly to students. I have not yet gotten to the point where I have been submitting resumes but now I know that when I do, I need to have a cover letter with the appropriate information on it. Even though cover letters are not always required, it is still good to have one because it shows the people that are reading your application that you care enough to take an extra step even when it is not required.
The first passage that really caught my attention was, “Summarize Qualifications and Promote Resume”. Before applying to any job you should show what you bring to the table and the strengths that you offer. A resume doesn’t only help you with that, but it shows your work experience as well. “Summarize the qualifications that make you an ideal fit for the position in the second paragraph. You may want to indicate your intention to contact this person in the future (Pg 299 Ch2).” The more qualities and professionalism you show in a job, the more you show you are qualified and a good person for the job.
The other passage that I thought was useful is, “Employment Interviews”. Your employment interview is you convincing someone to trust you to hire for the company they work for. In other words, they put themselves on the line for you. So it’s on you to show why you deserve, and have what it takes to work for whatever job it is. “Employment interviews are those in which a potential employer interviews a potential employee. Bot parties have a great deal riding on the success of an interview… The potential employer is searching for a qualified applicant and for someone who would actually benefit the organization” (Pg 302 Ch 3).
The first passage I will be talking about will be the first passage on the first page which is page 297. Although it may just be the first page it talks about the significance of a good cover letter and resume which can do a lot of an individual. It talks about how chances are you will not even get an interview or an option to interview if you do not have a good cover letter and resume. Then it went on to talk about what you can begin the interview phase. To have a good interview you need to have a list of things which include questions, sequences and answers to everything. These are all equally all important and should all be ready for.
The second excerpt I looked at came on page 301. This excerpt talks about the interviewing stage alone. It goes on to talk about how you need to consider important points and make sure they stand out. Also make sure you present your self in a formal way and come off presentable. Also make sure it feels like a combination of both a conversation and a interview, not too formal but also not too informal.
The initial passage that grabbed my attention was titled “Summarize Qualifications and Promote Resume.” Before applying for any job, it’s crucial to showcase your strengths and what you bring to the table. A resume not only facilitates this but also highlights your valuable work experience. The second paragraph advises summarizing qualifications that align with the job (as per Pg 299 Ch2) and expressing an intention to follow up. Demonstrating qualities and professionalism enhances your qualifications and presents you as an ideal candidate.
Another insightful passage is on “Employment Interviews.” Viewed as a persuasive endeavor, a job interview is your opportunity to earn the trust of a potential employer and secure a position within their company. The employer takes a leap of faith in considering you for the role, making it your responsibility to articulate why you are deserving and possess the necessary qualities for the job. As stated on page 302, Chapter 3, employment interviews involve both the potential employer seeking a qualified candidate and someone who will genuinely contribute to the organization’s success.
I thought it was nice how the book laid out and defined what a cover letter and resume are. I never really thought about types of interviews other than employment and performance (pg 302). Whenever I left a job, all I did was write a 2-week resignation letter without going through an “exit interview” (pg 303). It makes sense for that sort of thing to happen with long-term employees or higher positions. I liked table 15.1 on page 307, I think it sets you up well for the core questions you’re asking in an interview. I feel this chapter is a great resource for anyone, not just for communications. Having these sorts of “guidelines” to follow can help ease the anxiety around being interviewed and answering some pretty big questions. Understanding why some questions are asked is also important, for example, the reason they ask what you’ll be doing in 5 years is to see if it involves the position you’re interviewing for. I remember being asked a question like that before my freshman year and of course I didn’t mention still being a Panera worker. I think that might’ve been why I didn’t get the job, but honestly, I’m really glad because it would’ve sucked.