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To move students beyond theory to the application of business communication principles, this book drops students into workplace scenarios and requires them to respond by writing business messages or by presenting business ideas. To make the experience challenging for students, this book progresses from business communication basics to challenging rhetorical situations. At each step along the way, students get the groundwork they need to wrestle with the real-world business situations that require written or spoken responses. In short, this book takes the concept “critical thinking” and puts it to the test by challenging students to make informed rhetorical choices in the face of increasingly complex or difficult situations.
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In today's highly competitive
job market,
an internship at the right company can be the first step to building a career.
But how do you get the gig of your dreams?
And once in the door, how do you
figure out
what to wear,
whether it's okay to hook up with a coworker,
and how to suck it up when you're smarter than your boss?
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In today's highly competitive job market, an internship at the right company can be the first step to building a career. But how do you get the gig of your dreams And once in the door, how do you figure out what to wear, whether it's okay to hook up with a coworker, and how to suck it up when you're smarter than your boss?
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Another Great Book by a Recent Student!.......2006-09-14
Student-friendly books are not easily found, but the Intern Files by Jamie Fedorko really fits the bill. Fedorko writes in such a way that you can picture yourself sitting down with him, having a beer, and learning about internships from him and his friends, who share their often tragic yet comical tales of the lessons learned the hard way.
While I differ on how you should spend your time when bored at work, wish he could have beefed up his networking section, and covered a few other topics, I still find the Intern Files an excellent resource for students new to the workforce.
I wholeheartedly agree with at least a dozen points...
1. Optimism, enthusiasm, and hard work payoff.
2. The philosophy that work can be good and even fun.
3. Confidence is important.
4. Don't limit job search options to only what you find in school.
5. Internships are an opportunity for career clarification and are never time wasted.
6. Interns have the power to make the most of an experience.
7. Networking is important.
8. Fitting in with what you're wearing is important.
9. Work comes first, and balancing socializing can be a tricky matter.
10. Companies may be a little clueless about what to do with you and often fail to tell you the back-story of an assignment.
11. Chances are you will feel bored at sometime, but you can find things to do.
12. Never burn bridges and always leave on a positive note.
Having experienced some not-so-good experiences, I especially appreciated this quote: "Consider the fact that things aren't always what they seem, and your bosses are all human too. And remember, you're an intern. Be patient--if nothing else, you'll learn how to handle your interns when you're the boss." It's a great reminder for when things are not going as well as hoped!
Review by Jengyee Liang, author of HELLO REAL WORLD! A Student's Approach to Great Internships, Co-ops, and Entry Level Positions
Fresh and interesting read!.......2006-08-11
As a college student who will be in my first internship at this time next year, I really enjoyed this book. Jamie Fedoroko uses humor and his knowledge of internships to really tell you what to expect. Sure he used some advice that you could find in other job search/life on the job books, but some of his material, such as the stories from real life interns and how to find work to do when you have too much downtime, is fresh advice I have not seen anywhere else.
If you are currently an intern or are planning to intern in the near future, don't waste anymore time! Buy this book!
Great book by a great guy.......2006-06-04
It is rare you get to meet the man behind the mask. I was so fortunate, however, that I did get to meet Jamie Fedorko. Jamie has done a fantastic job with this book by doing one simple thing, he shares with you the wisdom he gained from being an typical everday Joe Average intern. Jamie genuinely wants students to learn the simple principles in his book so they don't have to hit the pot-holes he got stuck in.
Overall the book covers the basics on how to get, keep and excel in your internships. It is a guidebook and has what you would expect--dress codes, where to look for internships, how to handle office politics, leaving a lasting impression, etc. Because it is well written and has great stories it is able to hold a 20-year-olds attention for over 100 pages--not an easy task by any means. The best points are reflected on what he says about attitude and how to maintain a positive attitude in the midst of sometimes non-exciting internships and the second point is about relationships. If there is one takeaway from this book it would be that you need to build excellent relationships with those in your office (boss included) whether you hate the job, want a full time position or are like most students and have no clue.
We talk about how you have to do at least a few internships to make the most of your college investment in my book The Power of Focus for College Students. If you are smart enough to see the value in doing an internship, then you are likely smart enough to invest a few dollars and learn from Jamie how to do it right.
Happy interning!
solid, yet entertaining, resource for potential interns.......2006-05-04
I work at a Career Center in the Mid-Atlantic and we have an active internship program that is run through our office. Jamie Fedorko's book would be a great resource for any of our students who were willing to take the time to read it--I managed to breeze through most of it in just under two hours, even though (fossil that I am) I had to ask a younger colleague to "translate" some of the slang used.
I thoroughly enjoyed the irreverent tone & hip writing, though possibly some would be offended by the occasional profanity used. The advice offered was solid and right on target, though it would have been better had more of the examples of "real interns" been drawn from varied fields (many of them, probably Fedorko's college friends, were based in media/music/arts). Perhaps this will be changed with a future edition!
I also enjoyed Fedorko's final "real intern" story--his own--and am quite impressed to see a recent grad ('04) realizing his dream--to be a writer. Good going, Jamie, and keep up the good work!
Great guide!.......2006-03-27
SO entertaining while also informative. Jamie Fedorko does a terrific job giving us all the dirt on the ins and outs of an internship. Also, LOVED the interview chapter with Alexis Feldman. Helpful, witty and cleaver. Highly recommend it to all!
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How to Get a Job and Keep It (Occupational Outlook Handbook Series)
Susan Morem
Manufacturer: Ferguson Publishing Company
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Binding: Paperback
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This book will help students understand the realities of the working world. It takes you step by step through the job search and interview process, how to prepare, what to do and what not to do in a job interview and how to follow up. How to Get a Job and Keep It will help readers make a good impression on the job and get an edge on the competition in the job market.
Customer Reviews:
It's all about Retention!!!.......2007-02-21
I hear the same story all day long... "I lost my job but it wasn't my fault!". Sometimes this is true...and sometimes it's not. Usually the latter. I don't fault these people because I think deep down people don't know how to keep a job. This book is truly realistic and honest in coaching someone how to keep the job they worked hard to get. It walks you through behavioral coaching, socially appropriate and inappropriate behavior, how to maneuver in the business world today (very different from our parents' generation!). It's a great read and I think EVERYONE would benefit...regardless where you are on the ladder (including the execs!!!).
Offers a wealth of "user friendly" advice.......2002-05-11
How To Get A Job And Keep It is an in-depth career guide by career and workplace expert Susan Morem (president of the training and consulting firm Premier Presentation, Inc.) to finding the best job for one's talents and doing well in the workplace. From tips, tricks, and techniques to preparing a resume, applying for jobs and presenting oneself at interviews, to emulating the useful habits of successful people, improving communication skills and learning to properly handle customer service, How To Get A Job And Keep It offers a wealth of "user friendly" advice and is an excellent primer for career hunters regardless of background or experience levels in securing employment.
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Finally! A book just for animators that shares not only how to get a foot in the door but also how to avoid the pitfalls that can send even the best artist back to the drawing board. Veteran animator and teacher Gene Hamm is your guide to the serious business of drawing cartoons, providing stories, insight, and advice for keeping your wits as sharp as your pencil in this highly competitive industry.
How to Get a Job in Animation (And Keep It) is divided into two sections. In Part One, artists looking for a job with an animation studio will discover pragmatic information such as:
- what to study in school and which books and videos to use for self-study
- how to track down studio jobs and land them
- what studios are really looking for on your reel
- how to make yourself indispensable once you have a job
- how to deal with the union
- how to survive in Hollywood.
In Part Two, animators who like to be their own boss will find out how to freelance, including crucial how-tos on:
- pricing jobs and maintaining client relations
- entering and winning a film festival
- marketing yourself and writing press releases
- joining professional organizations
- hiring an accountant and a lawyer
- getting your work copyrighted
- understanding the golden rule of freelance animation: never work for free.
Filled with amusing stories about working in the animation industry; brushes with silver-screen legends Tex Avery, John Lasseter, Roger Corman, and James Cameron; and plain old common sense, How to Get a Job in Animation (And Keep It) will entertain you as it trains you to make the leap into professional animation. It's the career guide that animators have been waiting for.
Customer Reviews:
What More Could You Ask For.......2007-09-12
Genius advice about a finicky industry from a true insider, told in an inspirational, humorous tone.
A Golden Nugget of Information.......2007-06-02
Mr. Hamm provides an entertaining insight into the animation industry through his own life experiences while at the same time gives valuable information to help anyone seeking employment in the field of animation.
Fantastic tool.......2006-08-28
It contains a lot of precious advices and more resources to find in internet too when you are searching for a job in the animation field.
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Don't Get Fired: How to Keep a Job
Durlynn Anema
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Learn valuable information about what it takes to be successful on the job-any job!
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How to Get Your First Job and Keep It, Second Edition
Deborah Perlmutter Bloch
Manufacturer: McGraw-Hill
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ASIN: 0658006207 |
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With the sliding economy, you may be nervous as a first-time job seeker about finding not only employment but also job security, which can be especially difficult if you have little schooling or work experience. How to Get Your First Job and Keep It covers all the steps, from finding the best jobs to filling out work applications, and from dealing with coworkers to getting promoted.
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With the sliding economy, you may be nervous as a first-time job seeker about finding not only employment but also job security, which can be especially difficult if you have little schooling or work experience. How to Get Your First Job and Keep It covers all the steps, from finding the best jobs to filling out work applications, and from dealing with coworkers to getting promoted.
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How to Get a Good Job and Keep It (Vgm How to Series)
Deborah P. Bloch
Manufacturer: VGM Career Books
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How to Get a Job and Keep It
Dorothy Y. Goble
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How to Get a Job and Keep It
Manufacturer: Steck-Vaughn Company
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If you want to learn about the latest thinking in money management, you can read the hundreds of books and thousands of articles published each year on the subject. Or you could seek a single resource for informed guidance on everything you need to know. For the very best information from the biggest names in personal finance, turn to this stellar resource. Based on renowned Fortune 500 consultants Joseph and Jimmie Boyett’s extensive research, it distills the wisdom of the world’s best-known personal finance and money management writers and thinkers into straightforward, bite-sized lessons about everything from insurance to IRAs.
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Customer Reviews:
Money well spent.......2007-07-06
I absolutely loved this book. It was a required book for a personal finance course I took at when I was a freshman in college. It along with another required book The Millionaire Next Door by Thomas J. Stanley, William D. Danko, really helped me put saving and investing money in a new perspective. It is true that the book could have been a little more in depth and I don't agree with their take on debit cards, but all in all it is a good starting point for anyone who would like to better manage their money, or anyone who needs a little help getting their finances in order. It offers practical advice that you can put into use immediately to help you get back on the right track.
Don't waste your time on this.......2005-09-19
I found this book to be disjointed and not helpful at all. There are much better books out there on money management. My favorite so far is "The Only Investment Guide You'll Ever Need" by Andrew Tobias.
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- The Answer's Out There Somewhere
- BUY da Boom (bada bing)...
- A good primer on digital music distribution
- Examines the advent of Napster and the response of musicians
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Sonic Boom: Napster, MP3, and the New Pioneers of Music
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Beyond The Charts: MP3 and the Digital Music Revolution
ASIN: 0738204056
Release Date: 2001-08-07 |
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Napster may or may not be a factor in the music scene of the future, but its extraordinary rise--and the attention it focused on the MP3 digital audio format--has ensured its status as a key figure in bringing this new type of sound recording to public consciousness. Sonic Boom, by veteran cyberjournalist John Alderman, cogently recounts the brief but tumultuous story that led up to this upstart song-trading exchange attracting 500,000 users each night--along with the wrath of the traditional recording industry. But Napster is hardly the entire story when it comes to the MP3 revolution, and Alderman is wise to focus significant attention on other important players. These include the Internet Underground Music Archive, an early Web site launched to help bands reach a wider audience; MP3.com, whose domain name initially made it the central gathering point for online music fans; Liquid Audio and RealAudio, two of the first established efforts to facilitate sound transmittal over the Net; the Grateful Dead, Todd Rundgren, and Beastie Boys, a few of the independent-minded, techno-savvy musicians whose connection vastly boosted interest; and the Recording Industry Association of America, the old-line trade group that squeezed Napster and put its very future in question. Hardcore tune traders may not be interested in all the machinations Alderman describes, but those drawn to the business side of music and the Internet, as well as the debate over intellectual property rights in the electronic world, should find his account of the still-unfolding drama an engaging and illuminating read. --Howard Rothman
Book Description
The first book to tell the captivating inside story of the MP3 revolution as the record labels, musicians, Internet entrepreneurs, and fans battle for control over the future of music. Digital compression technologies such as MP3 and Napster are having an explosive impact on the way music is distributed. Every day, hundreds of thousands of music files are searched for, shared, recorded, and listened to by computer and Web users-all free of charge. It's a boon for consumers and a disaster for record companies, and the end result can be nothing less than a cultural and economic transformation. Sonic Boom is a fascinating narrative of the controversy that's sending shock waves through the music industry. It's the story of musicians such as the Beastie Boys and Public Enemy, who are reaching fans without record company support; entrepreneurs who are distributing MP3 files without licensing agreements; and record-industry executives who are fighting for their business at every turn. It reveals how, even as the star-maker machinery of record companies remains in the hands of the old guard, innovators are finding ways to outsmart it. Peopled with a sensational cast of characters that includes rock stars, music moguls, teenagers, and Internet entrepreneurs, Sonic Boom exposes the recording industry's plight as a fascinating microcosm of the vast cultural, ethical, and legal issues that all industries face in the information age.
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Only if you're genuinely interested.........2003-05-07
An excellent documentary of a tale that may initially conclude as the music industry's final straw with musicians and fans alike. Unfortunately, author John Alderman might have jumped the gun with timing the release of this book, because the war over 'all things MP3' is just now starting to heat up. With that being said, "Sonic Boom" is surely your best bet for research on music copyright and the conflict over its piracy. More importantly, however, this book explicitly warns the music industry about repeating mistakes of the past: ignoring technological advances, and the Internet's definite position in the future of music sales. It covers the twists and turns of the over-celebrated court case against Napster, while underlining how the collapse of traditional economics of the music industry was not completely inevitable. Alderman repeatedly returns to the notion that if different decisions had been made at particular moments, it might have been possible to preserve copyright within cyberspace. According to the author, the failure to create a virtual marketplace for selling music was a fatal error. Instead of using all their lobbying power and legal resources to attack the Net, the industry's corporate leaders should have been working out qualms in developing technologies, so that the fan and musician would prosper in today's rapid Internet growth. However, copyright laws were strengthened, Napster was prosecuted, and blocking software was developed to "kill" Peer2Peer sharing. Alderman argues that despite these triumphs, all these efforts only delay the inevitable.
Good book, quick read, and definitely a few years ahead of its time. As legal action against copyright infringement and Peer2Peer sharing heats up ($17,000 settlements among colleges and their students), intelligence of John Alderman's caliber is as necessary today as it has ever been.
The Answer's Out There Somewhere.......2002-10-04
While slightly outdated (mid-2001), and displaying some typos as well as Alderman's slightly scatterbrained writing style, this short but effective book is a telling report on how the world of music distribution is experiencing a true upheaval. Unfortunately, nurtured by the free-for-all of the internet revolution, the expectation that all music should be free led to the free file sharing services. File sharing is certainly a great way to stick it to the big companies that have unapologetically ripped of musicians and consumers for decades. But the problem is that artists deserve to be compensated for their music, so free file sharing is not the answer. The rash of lawsuits by the big corporations proved that they only have their own profiteering at heart, and their insistence that they are fighting for artists' rights is a farce. The highlight of this book is an excellent quote from online music pioneer John Barlow to close chapter 1: "The greatest constraint on future liberties may not come from government but from corporate legal departments laboring to protect by force what can no longer be protected by practical efficiency or general social consent." That is the angle from which Alderman writes this book. The big labels, through lawsuits and intimidation, refuse to face the fact that they may be toppled by a revolution and have reacted like any fading strong-arm dictator. As soon as someone figures out how to properly compensate the artists, all fans and musicians, as well as culture in general, will benefit beyond comprehension. Alderman doesn't pretend to know the answer, and nobody does anyway, but this book proves aptly that something dramatic is happening in the world of music.
BUY da Boom (bada bing)..........2002-01-09
I ordered this book when it was first released and it sat in a big pile of "future-reads" until months later. When I finally got around to picking it up I couldn't put it down. For someone who has closely followed the digital music revolution from the early days, it was more a trip down memory lane than anything but I definately learned some interesting tidbits along the way. Chronicling approximately a 4 year span of efforts from companies and characters from the pre-Napster days (Goodnoise and Liquid) to the post-Napster era (Gnutella and the peer-to-peer craze) and everything in between, this book is a quick and fun read. If you're into music and technology and have followed the bitter but inevitable marriage of the two, you'll enjoy this historical romp down memory lane.
A good primer on digital music distribution.......2001-12-14
As the business of music distribution and consumption goes through a radical change, this is a good book for understanding how and why we got to where we are in the process. A good overview on the players, the technology and the legal and business issues involved. No one really knows where we are going from here in the music distribution business but this book lays out the history and issues so you can follow the fascinating developments.
Examines the advent of Napster and the response of musicians.......2001-10-17
What happens when rock stars fight business over copyright issues and online downloads? Sonic Boom examines the advent of Napster, the response of musicians, and the fans who have come to view access to free music as a right. Blend in assessments of new technologies and key issues of artists' rights and you have an absorbing musical and cultural history.
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