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For each of the following questions, provide a detailed response. You can use any resource available including the book and the internet. Grading will be based on content and correctness.

1. Researching without a plan wastes time and usually produces unsatisfactory results. Describe five (5) ways to use research results effectively.

2. When drafting a written report; there are typically three (3) sections; what are those sections and name three (3) elements that would be included in each of those sections.

3. Visuals are an effective way to present data; what are the five (5) most common types and what are they used for?

4. Describe the difference between an informational report and an analytical report.

5. Assume you applied to two companies and were offered a job by one that you accept. One week later you are offered a job by the second company, one that you want very much to accept. What should you do and what will you do?

6. What three (3) things can you do to improve the first impression you make at an interview?

7. There are many people conducting interviews that are not trained in proper interviewing techniques and they may ask questions that are not related to the job or your qualifications for such. If you are asked an inappropriate question during an interview, what things should you consider before responding?

8. Everyone gets nervous when delivering oral presentations; what eleven (11) techniques will help you convert anxiety into positive energy?

9. Evaluating sources of researched material can be accomplished by answering eight (8) questions; what are those?

10. Visual communication can result in ethical problems; both intentional and unintentional. What are five (5) things you can do to avoid these lapses?

11. In a formal report, describe each of the prefatory parts.

12. What is the backchannel in presentations and how is it used?

13. How would you respond to the question of “why should we hire you when we have applicants with more experience and better credentials”?

14. Why is it important to include an appendix and bibliography in formal reports?

15. What are seven (7) areas of concern regarding your resume and how would you address them?

16. How would you answer this question - What didn't you like about previous jobs you've held?

17. Planning for the various audience mindsets is key to a successful presentation. What techniques can you employ for each of the five (5) mindsets?

18. What is the difference between report conclusions and report recommendations?

19. There are eight (8) styles/types of interview; what are they and in what situation do you think each would be used?

20. Describe five (5) all-too-common mistakes people make during interviews that essentially talks them out of a job?