普通高等教育秘书学系列规划教材普通高等教育秘书学系列规划教材大连理工大学出版社秘秘 书书 英英 语语Wishing you a bright futureUnit 2Speaking ModuleListening ModuleReading ModuleWriting Module2.42.12.22.3Translating Module2.5Culture Module2.6Topic 1 How do they recruit?Youd better start by introducing yourself to the candidate in the interview.Give the candidate a hope. Dont fail him on the spot.I recommend that you briefly explain the decision-making process.I recommend that you briefly explain the decision-making process.The introduction helps the candidate to settle down and also shows a professional image.We are asking questions to get information we want.2.1 Sprsking ModuleTask One Warming-upDirection: Four or five students in a team make group discussion and then make presentation with the help of expressions given for reference.The questions include education, qualifications, work experience.We do our recruiting through a special consulting firm.We are going to see his character, his ability to react, his intelligence and his suitability for the position.It is important that the candidate is well presented, is neat and tidy and has a good manner.We ask the candidate to tell us a little bit about the company that were working for.We give them a period of 5 to 10 minutes to ask some questions.Then I go back to him and just let him talk about himself.When he is fully relaxed, Id put in one or two trick questions.The whole process lasts about 45 minutes to an hour.2.1 Sprsking ModuleTask One Warming-upTopic 2 Talk about training, internal transfers and promotionThe company will send you to attend a language course.Every year one needs to attend the training program designated by the company.Training may include business etiquette, management, presentation skills, negotiation skills.The employees are usually promoted or transferred on the basis of performance and merit.Internal transfers or internal recruitment is good for motivation.We also take seniority into consideration. Ive been sent over to audit our branch in Britain. 2.1 Sprsking ModuleTask One Warming-upI used to work as an account executive but transferred to be Personnel Manager.Benjamin joined the company as an electrical engineer but switched selling after four years.If some new project needs people, we may select people from different departments.Michael is now helping out in the Auditing Section.Sometimes you need to wait for someone to retire and get his job.Before being promoted, your working experience, capability and communication skills are considered.Youve got good career prospects.Someone even has been invited to join the Management Board of the company.2.1 Sprsking ModuleTask One Warming-upA:WithmetodayisPeterWilliamsfromKingstonUniversity.Welcome!Peter.B:Thankyou.A:Peter,recentlyyouhavejustlaunchedyournewbookentitledGettingoffontheRightFoot.Whydoyouentitleyourbookthat?Whatdoyoumeanbythat?B:Youknow,manycompaniesprovidesomesortofintroductorytrainingororientationfortheirnewemployees.Itmaytaketheformofanolderemployeeassignedtoshowthenewemployee“theropes”.OritmaybelefttotheHRDepartmentortheindividualsnewsupervisortoshowthemwherethecoffeepotisandhowtoapplyfortimeoff.SomecompaniesinhighlycompetitiveindustriesrecognizingthevalueinNewEmployeeOrientation(NEO)goesmuchfarther.2.1 Sprsking ModuleTask Two Pair WorkDirection: Work with your partner on the following conversation Training Issues, using it as guide when making up your own conversation.A:Butthereisameasurablecosttothattraining,howdocompaniesconsideritsvalue?B:Thetechnologyintheworkplaceischangingveryrapidlyandcompaniesthatcantkeepupwilldropoutofcompetition.Letmeshowyousomeissuesandbackgroundfacts.AsurveybytheOntarioSkillsDevelopmentOfficefound63%oftherespondentsplannedtointroducenewtechnologyintotheworkplacethatwouldrequirestafftraining.However,theAmericanSocietyforTrainingandDevelopmentreportsthatlessthan$1500peremployeewasspentfortrainingin2010.Thelargestpart,49%ofthatwasspentfortechnicalandprofessionaltraining.Only2%wasspentforNewEmployeeOrientationand3%onquality,competitionandbusinesspracticestraining.PeoplehavereasonsnottodoNewEmployeeTraining.Yousee,evenatthelessthan$1500peryearfortraininganemployeethatwasreportedabove,itisstillacost.2.1 Sprsking ModuleTask Two Pair WorkForsomecompanies,especiallythosewithtraditionallyhighturnover,itcanbeamajorexpense.Ifyourprofitperemployeeislessthan$1500,itwouldbedifficulttoconvincetheshareholderthattrainingisjustified.Besides,weallknowitistheresponsibilityoftheschoolsystemtotrainpeopletobeworkers.Anditistheworkersresponsibilitytolearnhowtodoajobsotheycangethired.2.1 Sprsking ModuleTask Two Pair WorkA:DespiteofsuchreasonsfornotdoingNewEmployeeTraining,whydoyouperceiveNewEmployeeTrainingnecessary?B:Notsurprisingly,allthereasonsnottotrainnewemployeesexceptcostitselfareactuallyreasonstodothattraining.Ifyouhavehighturnover,trainingnewemployeeswillmakethemmoreproductive.Theywillfeelbetteraboutthemselvesandthejob.Theywillstickaroundlonger.Thetraininganddevelopmentknowledge,attitudeandskillsofthestaffarefundamentaltothecontinuedefficientandprofitableperformance.Andifyoustillbelievethatourschoolsprovideadequatetrainingtomakestudentslaboringready,youarelivinginadreamworld.Yes,somejobseekersmaketheefforttolearnontheirowntheskillsneededforanewjob,butmostgetthattrainingonthejob.2.1 Sprsking ModuleTask Two Pair WorkA:YoumadeaninterestingproposalthathasarousedmanyHRmanagersattention.Canyoumakeafurtherexplanation?B:OK,Irecommendcompaniesmaketrainingastand-alonefunction,separatefromHR.Youknow,a20%increaseintrainingexpendituresincethe1990shasnotkeptpacewith24%increaseinworkersinthesameperiod.SoIbelievethattrainingfunctionisaprofitcenter,notjustacostcenter.A:Inyourarticlecitedabove,youmentionedcompaniessuchasSprint,Xerox,GeneralElectricandGeneralMotors.Whatisspecialaboutthem?B:ThesecompanieshaveoptedtoestablishCorporateUniversities,reflectingtheimportancetheyplaceonemployeetraining.Thevalueforsmallercompaniesisinarguablyevengreater.AndthereisnobettertimetostartemployeetrainingthanNewEmployeeOrientation.2.1 Sprsking ModuleTask Two Pair Work2.2 Listening ModuleTask One Initial StepDirection: You will hear five short recordings about Working Together. Each recording is followed by three different statements decoding it. Choose the correct statement, and mark one letter (A, B or C) for the correct choice.1A.WritingCV,oneshouldfocusonconventions.B.WritingCV,oneshouldfocusoninformation.C.WritingCV,oneshouldfocusonstyle.2A.Thistopicisaboutstaffmotivation.B.Thistopicisaboutdisadvantagesofinternalpromotions.C.Thistopicisaboutmoralissuesofanorganization.2.2 Listening ModuleTask One Initial Step3A.Trainingismoney-wasting.B.Trainingcanimproveyourabilitiesinwork.C.Trainingcontentscannotbeaboveyourlevel.4A.Thetrainingeventwaspostponed.B.ThetrainingeventwasarrangedonSeptember23rd.C.ThetrainingeventwillbeheldonSeptember3rd.5A.Thetopiccovers3formsofinterviews.B.Thetopiccovers5formsofinterviews.C.Thetopiccovers6formsofinterviews.2.2 Listening ModuleTask Two Step UpJobassessmentor_(1)ratingisapartofanyjobasknowingwhattoexpectcanaffectthewayyoudoyourjob.Staff_(2)schemesarenowconductedbymanyorganizationstomonitortheperformanceofstaff.Whenattendinganappraisalinterviewvariousaspectsofyourworkcareer_(3)andfurthertrainingwillbediscussed.Thestaffappraisalinterviewwillaimto:assesstheperformanceofemployees;helpstaffachievetheir_(4);discussproblemsandweaknessesandwaysofovercomingthem;identifytrainingneeds;settargets/objectivesforstafftoachieve;Direction: Fill in the blanks with the words/phrases or sentences youve heard.2.2 Listening ModuleTask Two Step Uppreparestafffor_(5).Thosewhoworkhard,learneverythingtheycould,andhaveastrongdesiretoadvancehavemoreopportunitiesfor_(6)intheircareer.Herearesometipsforpersonal_(7):establish,agreeandmaintainanactionplanforyourcareer;succeedinachievingqualifieddiplomaor_(8);useinitiativeandalogicalapproachtosolvingday-to-dayproblems;adoptapositiveapproachtomotivationandthemotivationofothers;_(9);relatewellwithpeopleatalllevels;_(10);beambitioustosucceedinyourcareer.2.3 Reading ModuleTask One Vocabulary Study1. program A. written and, more often, unwritten rules with regard to clothing2. “go-to” person B. someone whom you can ask for help3. dress code C. a training program to train the new students, employees, etc4. assignment D. lower someones spirits; make downhearted5. demoralize E. a duty that you are assigned to performDirection: Scan the passage below and match the words and phrases with their definitions.2.3 Reading ModuleTask Two Reading Comprehension Answering QuestionsDirection: Read the passage below again and answer the following questions.1. How do many companies usually welcome their new hires?2. What is the first step in creating an orientation program?3. What most frustrates a new hire? 2.3 Reading ModuleTask Two Reading Comprehension Answering QuestionsHow to Welcome Newly-hired StaffMostemployeesdecidewhethertostayattheircompaniesduringthefirstsixmonthsatwork.Unfortunately,notallcompaniesputmucheffortintowelcomingtheirnewhires.Manyhandthemanemployeemanualandtheircomputerpasswordsandsendthemofftotheircubicles.Developingstrongorientationand,later,“on-boarding”programscanmeanthedifferencebetweenkeepinggreatemployeesandlosingthemtoacompetitor.Creating an Orientation ProgramCurrentemployeescanprovideexcellentinputtohelpyoudevelopyourorientationprogram.Notonlywillyougarnervaluableinformation,youllmakethemfeelappreciatedbyincludingthemintheprocess.Askemployeesthefollowingquestions:2.3 Reading ModuleTask Two Reading Comprehension Answering QuestionsWeretheymadetofeelwelcomewhentheystartedtheirjobs?Whatwouldtheyhaveappreciatedthefirstdaythattheydidntreceive?Weretheyoverwhelmedwithnames,faces,andinformation?Weretheygivenamaincontactforquestionsandsupport?Didtheyunderstandwhatwasexpectedofthemfromthefirstday?Werethecompanysvaluesandmissionexplainedtothemclearly?Werethedresscode,hours,andproceduresclearlyexplained?Didanyoneshowthemthebathroom?Howtoworkthecoffeemachine?Thelocallunchspot?Whatdotheythinkshouldbeincludedinafirst-dayorientation?2.3 Reading ModuleTask Two Reading Comprehension Answering QuestionsOnceyouvegatheredthisinformation,powwowwithyourhumanresourcesmanageraboutmeasuresyoucantaketoimprovethecurrentprocess.Whatisyourcurrentprocess,andwhatmeasuresdoyouthinkwillcreateabetterfirstimpressionandexperiencefornewemployees,makingthemwanttostay?Yourorientationprogramshouldbothwelcomeyournewemployeesandmakethemfeelusefulrightaway.Theresnothingmoredemoralizingtoanewhirethansittinginacubicleforeighthoursunsureofwhattodoorwhomtoaskforhelp.Andyoureunlikelytosparkmuchenthusiasmifyourequirethemtowatchmind-numbingtrainingvideosallday.Maketheirfirstdayfun,informative,andpersonal.Incorporatingthefollowingstrategieswillhelp:2.3 Reading ModuleTask Two Reading Comprehension Answering QuestionsGiveemployeesassignmentsrelatedtotheirjobstheveryfirstday.Oftenthefirstdayischaoticandunproductive.Providingnewemployeeswithsomethingtofocusonensurestheyfeelpartoftheroutineimmediately.Provideacheatsheetwithco-workersnames,importantphonenumbers,andotherpertinentinformationcoveredduringtheinitialorientation.Assignnewemployeesa“go-to”personwhocanserveasamentor.Newemployeesshouldbeencouragedtoaskthebigquestions(“Isthisthecorrectwaytodothistask?”)aswellasthelittleones(“Um,whereistheextratoiletpaper?”).Askotheremployeesinthedepartmenttotakenewhirestolunchonthecompanysdime.Thisputseveryoneinagoodmoodandhelpsnewemployeesgettoknowtheircolleagues.Haveashort“welcome”partyinthebreakroom,completewithasweettreatsuchasdoughnuts,cookies,orcakes.2.3 Reading ModuleTask Two Reading Comprehension Answering QuestionsContinuing EducationWelcominganewemployeedoesntstopat5p.m.onthefirstday.Manycompaniesstretchtrainingand“on-boarding,”anHRtermreferringtoprogramsthatlastfromfourtosixmonths.On-boardingtakesmanyforms.Somecompaniesprovidefull-timeclassesinnecessaryskillsforthefirstfewmonths;othersofferweeklycoachingtohelpnewemployeesintegrate.Stillothersuseonline,self-pacedtrainingprograms.Thegoalistomakesurethehiringissuccessfulfortheemployeeandthecompany,ensuringastrong,long-termrelationship.Thegoalofbothyourorientationandyouron-boardingprogramsshouldbetohelpemployeesunderstandexpectations,thecompanyculture,theirjobs,andhowtosucceed.2.3 Reading ModuleTask Two Reading ComprehensionAnswering QuestionsWord Bankunfortunately adv. 不幸地new hires n. 新员工manual n. 手册“on-boarding” programs 员工入职培训competitor n. 竞争对手valuable adj. 有价值的overwhelm v. 使某人不知所措；压倒；制服contact n. 联系人dress code n. 穿衣条例powwow vi. 开会；讨论demoralize v. 使士气低落；使意志消沉spark v. 使大感兴趣；导致 mind-numbing adj. 使人感到无聊的informative adj. 提供信息的incorporate v. 包含2.3 Reading ModuleTask Two Reading ComprehensionAnswering QuestionsWord Bankassignment n. 分给，分配；任务，工作，（课外）作业related to 与相关的chaotic adj. 混沌的；一片混乱的；一团糟的；无秩序的unproductive adj. 不毛的；没有产物的，没有收益的；非生产性的；徒然的， 没有效果的focus on 对（某事或做某事）予以注意pertinent adj. 有关的，相干的；恰当的，中肯的；关于的；切题的cheat sheet 备忘单“go-to” person 可以给予帮助的人mentor n. 有经验可信赖的顾问或导师；指导者putin a good mood 让有个好心情complete adj. （用以强调）完全的；完成的；达到结尾的；完整的stretch v. 伸展；张开；充分利用；使紧张 vi. 伸展；伸开self-paced adj. （课程等）学生自订进度的integrate v. 使一体化；整合；完整2.3 Reading ModuleTask Three Reading ComprehensionUnderstanding DetailsDirection: Task Three Reading ComprehensionUnderstanding Details1.Whatcancurrentemployeecontributetotheorientationprogram?A.Theycanpersuadethenewemployeetostayinthecompany.B.Theycanprovidevaluableinformation,whichmayhelptodeveloptheorientationprogram.C.Theywouldfeelappreciatedifincludedindesigninganorientationprogram.D.Theycanprovideusefulinformationforthenewhires.2.3 Reading Module2.Whichofthefollowingquestionisnotincludedinthelistofquestionsthatcanbeaskedofthecurrentemployeesinordertodevelopastrongorientationprogram?A.Whatdidtheyfailtoreceivethattheyhadexpectedtobegiven?B.Weretheypressuredwithrememberingsomanynewnames?C.Whatdotheythinkshouldbeincludedinafirst-dayorientation?D.Didtheyexpecttobegivenashow-aroundinthecompany?Task Three Reading ComprehensionUnderstanding Details2.3 Reading Module3.Whatshouldbedoneaftergatheringtheusefulinformation?A.TalkwiththeHRManagerabouthowtoimprovethecurrentorientationprogram.B.Discusswiththenewemployeesaboutwhetherthesearereallywhattheywant.C.Decidewhethertheseideasareuseful.D.Noneofabove.Task Three Reading ComprehensionUnderstanding Details2.3 Reading Module4.Whatstrategycannothelptomakethefirstdayoforientationfun,informativeandpersonal?A.Givethemsomework.B.Askthecurrentemployeetotakethemtofactorycanteen.C.Givethemalectureaboutthecompanyhistoryandshowthemaround.D.Organizeawelcomepartyduringthebreaktime.5.Whatformsmayon-boardingprogramtake?A.Full-timeclassesforthefirstfewmonths.B.Weeklyinstructiontohelpnewemployeesintegrate.C.Online,self-pacedtrainingprograms.D.Alloftheabove.Task Three Reading ComprehensionUnderstanding Details2.4 Writing ModuleCover LetterAcoverletterisaletterofintroductionattachedto,oraccompanyinganother document such as a rsum or curriculum vitae. Job seekersfrequentlysendacoverletteralongwiththeirCVoremploymentapplicationasawayofintroducingthemselvestopotentialemployersandexplainingtheir suitability for the desired position. Employers may look forindividualized and thoughtfully written cover letters as one method ofscreeningoutapplicantswhoarenotsufficientlyinterestedintheirpositionorwholacknecessarybasicskills.Coverlettersaretypicallydividedintothreecategories:TheapplicationletterorinvitedcoverletterwhichrespondstoaknownjobopeningThe prospecting letter or uninvited cover letter which inquires aboutpossiblepositionsThenetworkingletterwhichrequestsinformationandassistanceinthesendersjobsearchTask One Writing Guide2.4 Writing ModuleFormatCover letters are generally one page at most in length, divided into aheader,introduction,body,andclosing.Header.Coverlettersusestandardbusinessletterstyle,withthesendersaddressandotherinformation,therecipientscontactinformation,andthedatesentaftereitherthesendersortherecipientsaddress.Followingthatisan optional reference section (e.g. “RE: Internship Opportunity at GlobalCorporation”) and an optional transmission note (e.g. “Via Email tojobsexample.net”).Thefinalpartoftheheaderisasalutation(e.g.“DearHiringManagers”).Introduction.Theintroductionbrieflystatesthespecificpositiondesired,andshouldbedesignedtocatchtheemployersimmediateinterest.Task One Writing Guide2.4 Writing ModuleBody.Thebodyhighlightsoramplifiesonmaterialintheresumeorjobapplication,andexplainswhythejobseekerisinterestedinthejobandwouldbeofvaluetotheemployer.Also,mattersdiscussedtypicallyincludeskills,qualifications,andpastexperience.Ifthereareanyspecialthingstonotesuchasavailabilitydate,theymaybeincludedaswell.Closing.Aclosingsumsuptheletterandindicatesthenextsteptheapplicantexpectstotake.Itmayindicatethattheapplicantintendstocontacttheemployer,althoughmanyfavorthemoreindirectapproachofsimplysayingthattheapplicantwilllookforwardtohearingfromorspeakingwiththeemployer.Aftertheclosingisavalediction(“Sincerely”),andthenasignatureline.Optionally,theabbreviation“ENCL”maybeusedtoindicatethatthereareenclosures.Task One Writing Guide2.4 Writing ModuleDear Mr. Brown, IwouldliketoformallyapplyfortheAssistantCommunicationsManagerpositionintheCorporateCommunicationsDepartment.Asyouareaware,IhaveextensiveexperiencewiththecompanystartingwhenIparticipatedinthesummereditorialinternprogramwhileIwasincollege.SincethenIhaveheldpositionsintheboththeHumanResourcesandMarketingDepartments.DuringmytenureIhavedevelopedexceptionalwritingandeditingskills,andhavedesignedandimplementedcommunicationsstrategiesonadepartmentallevel.Ihaveademonstratedabilitytoworkcollegiallywithleadersacrossbusinessunitsandlinesofbusiness.Inaddition,Ihavebeenresponsibleforbenefitscommunications,employeerelations,aswellasliaisoningwiththecompanysclientsandvendors.Task Twe Writing Sample2.4 Writing ModuleThesearejustafewexamplesofmyaccomplishments.Ihopethatyouwillfindthatthisbriefview,incombinationwiththeattachedresume,describeadedicatedemployeeofABCDwiththeexperienceandskillstomeetorexceedtherequirementsofthepositionofAssistantCommunicationsManager.Iappreciateyourconsiderationandlookingforwardtodiscussingthisopportunityforpromotionwithyouatyourconvenience.Task Twe Writing Sample2.4 Writing ModuleYourexperienceintheposition;Yourabilityandskills;Yourexpectedsalary.Task Three Writing ExerciseDirection: Write a secretarys job description, including the following items:2.5 Translating ModuleOtherpossibletypesofquestionsthatmaybeaskedinaninterviewinclude:backgroundquestions,jobexperiencequestions,andpuzzletypequestions.Abriefexplanationofeachfollows.Backgroundquestionsincludeafocusonworkexperience,education,andotherqualifications.Forinstance,aninterviewermayask“Whatexperiencehaveyouhadwithdirectsalesphonecalls?”Task One Practical TranslationDirection: Translate the following English expressions about Ways of Saying Well-done into Chinese2.5 Translating ModuleAs job experience questions, you may ask candidates to describe ordemonstratejobknowledge.Thesearetypicallyhighlyspecificquestions.Forexample, one question may be “What steps would you take to conduct amanagertrainingsessiononsafety?”ThepuzzleinterviewwaspopularizedbyMicrosoftinthe1990s,andisnowusedinotherorganizations.Themostcommontypesofquestionsinvolvesolvingeitherpuzzles/brainteasers.(e.g.“Whyaremanholecoversround?”)or unusual problems (e.g. “How would you weigh an airplane without ascale?”)Task One Practical Translation2.5 Translating ModuleTask Two Translation AppreciationDirection: Match the English advertising slogan with its Chinese translation.1. A diamond is forever. （DeBeers钻石）2. All around the world. （电话）3. All is well that ends well. （香烟）4. Big thrills. Small bills. （Budget出租车）5. Every time a good time. (麦当劳)6. Im More satisfied. （“摩尔”香烟）7. Intel Inside. （“英特尔”奔腾处理器）8. Minimize lines，maximize your savings. （露华浓）9. They moo for more. （饲料）10. Youre better off under the Umbrella. （保险公司）A. 有“伞”保护，富足幸福。 2.5 Translating ModuleTask Two Translation AppreciationB. 牟牟叫，快加料。 C. 省钱有方，驻颜有术。 D. 给电脑一颗奔腾的“芯”。 E. “摩尔”香烟，我的最爱。 F. 每时每刻，欢乐时刻。 G. 花钱点点，享受多多。 H. 烟蒂好，烟才好。 I. 传遍全球。J. 钻石恒久远，一颗永流传。 2.6 Culture ModuleTask One Culture MattersDirection: Work with your partner, discuss the following questions, and then read the passage about Individualism vs. Collectivism. After reading the passage, talk about the questions again.1.Why is the attire so important for a job interviewee?2.What is mens attire in a job interview?3.What is womens attire in a job interview?4.What should be paid great attention to in the respect of attire?2.6 Culture ModuleTask One Culture MattersThe first impression you project for a potential employer is the mostimportantone.Thefirstconceptaninterviewerhasisgoingtobebasedonhowyoulookandwhatyouarewearing.Thatswhyitsalwaysessentialtodressprofessionallyforajobinterview,eveniftheworkenvironmentiscasual.Youwillwishthatfirstimpressiontobenotjustagoodone,but,agreatone.ThecandidatedressedinasuitandtieisgoingtomakeamuchbetterimpressionthanthecandidatedressedinscruffyjeansandaT-shirt.2.6 Culture ModuleTask One Culture MattersMens Interview Attire:Suit(solidcolornavyordarkgrey)Longsleeveshirt(whiteorcoordinatedwiththesuit)BeltTieDarksocks,conservativeleathershoesLittleornojewelryNeat,professionalhairstyleLimittheaftershaveNeatlytrimmednailsPortfolioorbriefcase2.6 Culture ModuleTask One Culture MattersWomens Interview AttireSuit(navy,blackordarkgrey)ThesuitskirtshouldbelongenoughsoyoucansitdowncomfortablyCoordinatedblouseConservativeshoesLimitedjewelry(nodanglingearringsorarmsfullofbracelets)NojewelryisbetterthancheapjewelryProfessionalhairstyleNeutralpantyhoseLightmake-upandperfumeNeatlymanicuredcleannailsPortfolioorbriefcase2.6 Culture ModuleTask One Culture MattersWhat Not to Bring to the InterviewGumiPadCoffeeorsodaIf you have lots of piercings, leave some of your rings at home(earringsonly)CovertattoosTrendy vs. ClassicAclassicinterviewsuitthatwilllastforyearsisabetterinvestmentthanthelatesttrendyattirethatwillonlylastaseason.Yourideaoftrendymightnotmatchtheinterviewersperspectiveonwhatsfashionable,soerronthesideofdressingconservativelywhenyouinterview.ShopWiselyVisitoutlets,shopsales,shoponline,andusecouponstogetthemostmileageoutofyourinterviewbudget.PlanAheadIfyouhavethatoneclassicinterviewsuitinyourcloset,youll be prepared for an unexpected interview, regardless of when itoccurs.2.6 Culture ModuleTask One Culture MattersYour Professional PresenceYourSocialvs.YourProfessionalPresenceWhatyouwearoff-the-jobandsociallydoesnthavetobewhatyouwearinterviewingoratwork.Infact,yourprofessionalpresencemaybeverydifferentfrompersonalpresence,andthatsfine.Theydonthavetomeshyoucanhaveaclosetfulloffunclothesandawardrobeofworkclothes.PerfumeandCologneYourscent(evenifyousmellgood)canbeanissue.Ionceworkedforsomewhowouldnthireanyonewhocouldsmellfromacrosstheroom.Also,scentisoneofthestrongestsensesandyourfavoriteperfumeorcolognemightbethesamescenttheinterviewersex-girlfriend or ex-husband wore. That subliminal negative impact couldsquashyourchancesofgettingajoboffer.Withanytypeofscent,less,ornone,isbetter.PantyhoseThequestionofwhetherwomenshouldwearpantyhoseonajobinterviewcreatedalotofdiscussiononthissiteandtheanswerwasoverwhelminglyyes.2.6 Culture ModuleTask One Culture MattersTattoos and PiercingsDepending on where you are interviewing,youmaywanttoconsidercoveringyourtattoosandtakingoutyourrings.Therearecompaniesthathavepolicieswhichlimitboth.StartingYourNewJobIfyourenotsurewhattowearonthejob,askthehiringmanagerbeforeyoustart.Youcanalsovisittheworkplacetoseewhatthepeoplecominginandoutofthebuildingarewearing.Thereisnobetterwaytomakeabadimpressionthantoshowupforyourfirstdaybecauseyoureunderdressedoroverdressed.2.6 Culture ModuleTask Two Case StudyDirection: Read the case below, discuss the following two questions.1. Do you agree with the opinion mentioned in the case?2. What do you think of the saying “What you see is what you get”?IntheWesternworld,thereisanoldsayingthatholdsverytrueinbusiness:“Whatyouseeiswhatyouget.”Peoplecommunicatethroughwhattheywear,theirhairstyle,andthepolishoftheirshoesandeventhelookoftheirfingernails.Clothesmaynotmakethemanorwoman,buttherealityisthathowyoulookgoesalongwaytowardleavingagreatfirstimpression.Howyoudresstellsyourhost,interviewer,orpotentialbusinesspartneragreatdealaboutyourpersonality,theattitudeyoutaketowardyourjob,thecareyoutakewithothers,andhowimportantyouthinkthismeetingis.普通高等教育秘书学系列规划教材普通高等教育秘书学系列规划教材大连理工大学出版社Thank You!