This leads us to the conclusion that effective communication skills are needed in most jobs on an everyday basis. Clemons also touches upon the necessity of leaving a favorable impression, both by knowing how to bring an interview to a conclusion and, if appropriate, by following the session with a letter restating interest. She also advocates discussing salary. Although the course was originally intended to be used as a college-level course, it could be adapted for almost any level by the instructor. A sample follow-up letter is also provided at the end of the section.
Job applicants learn something new about themselves during every job interview.
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