CHAPTER 20

Communication for Employment

“What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.”

—Oliver Wendell Holmes

Upon completion of this chapter, you should be able to:

1. Write an effective CV.
2. Write job applications/ cover letters properly.
3. Learn the art of handling interviews well.
4. Be an effective participant in group discussions.

COMMUNICATION AT WORK

Manisha is a brilliant MBA student with an outstanding academic record. She is specializing in international marketing and completed a threemonth internship in Rouen, France, after her first year. She believes that she should take the initiative of searching for a suitable job with a reputed national or multinational company on her own ...