part 1

An HR manager recently got a thank-you note on her iPhone that read:

• "Thx 4 the Iview!"

The manager had liked the candidate in the interview, but after getting this text message, she put his application in the reject pile.

• Why do you think she rejected the candidate?
• Was that fair?
• Should "textspeak" be considered acceptable workplace communication?

Answer the questions and explain what you would do as a manager in this situation.