Question
| Discussion Board Forums Instructions Replies In this task, you are required to submit a constructive* reply of 275–300 words to 1 other student’s thread. You must follow the 2-by-2 format, where you discuss at least 2 points of agreement and 2 points of disagreement and why. Note: *Constructive, in this instance, means promoting further development of the thread. The goal is to facilitate the learning process and add suggestions for improvement that benefit the student to whom you are responding. To gain the most from your Discussion Board Forums: Read the threads of your classmates as well as the articles they used. Draw your classmates into discussion of topics by asking questions. Expect to spend some time each day reviewing all threads and replies, even those with which you are not involved. The research and writing done for each forum is to prepare you to research and write upper-level research papers in current APA format. Each submission, whether thread or replies, must be written without grammar or spelling errors. In addition, all threads must contain in-text citations and at least 2 approved sources to substantiate and add credibility to your claims. These must be properly formatted according to current APA guidelines. Utilize the 3–4 paragraph format (1 introductory paragraph, 1–2 body paragraphs, and 1 conclusion paragraph), as this works well for this assignment. By employing the use of this format, readers are able to quickly discern the direction and organization of the thread. Written communication is often a challenge for college students due to the perceived complexity necessary for demonstration of writing skills. However, simpler is usually better. A logical flow of material is vital for effective conveyance of a certain message. -A grading rubric is attached. -A SAMPLE REPLY is also attached. -The post that you should reply to is also attached. Use this Textbook: Lehman et al., BCOM (2016) |
Answer
Reply to Jennifer’s Thread on How to Start a Job Interview with a Good Impression
I agree with the Jennifer’s arguments about having a mock interview before the actual interview and also stating one’s major achievements at the end of the interview in order to grab the panel’s attention. Upon completing education, we often start to apply for jobs befitting our qualifications. Prospective employers call us to an in- person interview to assess whether we are who we claim to be on paper. It is crucial not only to dazzle but also to leave a lasting impression on the interviewing panel (Singhal, 2013; Gladwell, 2005). This post is a reply to Jennifer’s arguments on how to start a job interview with a good impression.
Firstly, the post takes a likeable tone – casual yet subtly authoritative and informative. This makes it easy to relate with in addition to enhancing the ability by readers to comprehend the subject matter. Jennifer has also made good use of in-text citations, followed the proper APA format, and subsequently used good references too. Moreover, she uses impeccable grammar and vocabulary in addition to presenting a clear, coherent flow of ideas.
Respectfully, though, I would like to point out that the post could use a better introduction emphasizing the importance of a good first impression. This could be further elaborated by stating that people make a pretty accurate assessment of others after assessing them for only a few seconds (Lehman & DuFrene, 2015). Jennifer should also probably consider giving more tips on question-answering techniques and expounding more on non-verbal cues such as body language, sitting posture and facial expressions.
All in all, this is a very well written post that is sure to serve as a beneficial tool for anyone preparing for a job interview.
References
Gladwell, M. (2005). Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking. New York, NY: Little, Brown & Company.
Lehman, C. M. & DuFrene, D. D. (2015). BCOM7. Boston, MA: Cengage Learning.
Singhal, V. (2013). Job search and interview strategies for the dental assistant: Tips and techniques for landing the perfect job. The Dental Assistant, 82(1), 10-18.
