Tag Archives: Interviewing

Proper Spelling is Good Business Etiquette

This article highlights some lamentable but funny spelling mistakes which undoubtedly cost the senders consideration for the job. Continue reading

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Win Your Next Job With Three Essential Interview Skills

I found this article by Deborah Walker, CCMC which is a wonderful outline in very simple terms about how to ace your next job interview and get the job for which you are applying. Win Your Next Job With Three … Continue reading

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Professional Savvy launched today!

n an effort to better serve our clients and to make finding what we offer easier, we have separated the main parts of The Lett Group (www.lettgroup.com) into separate URLs. Continue reading

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Asking for letters of recommendation

Letters of recommendation are important but so is the way you ask for one. Continue reading

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“Thx for the IView! I Wud ♥ to Work 4 U!! ;): Young Job Candidates Find Too-Casual Tone of Textspeak Turns Off Hiring Managers.”

I often talk with new college graduates about the best practices for getting that important first job.  Some take my advice and land the job that will launch a successful career.  Some don’t.  This terrific article by Sarah E. Needleman, … Continue reading

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Potential Employers & Would-be Clients Show Poor Etiquette

Over the years, I have heard the statement over and over again, “I interviewed but never heard back from them.”  Recently I have been experiencing the same dismay.  One day in January this year, I was asked to meet with … Continue reading

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What’s Wrong with Swearing?

Swearing Imposes a Personal Penalty It gives a bad impression. It makes you unpleasant to be with. It endangers your relationships. It’s a tool for whiners and complainers. It reduces respect people have for you. It shows you don’t have … Continue reading

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