1. BUSINESS ENGLISH 1
Unit 2

2. Schedule First Half Second Half Homework Check Unit 2 Resumes
(MAYBE) Presentations

3. Homework

4. Textbook p.14 ~ Textbook p. 15 ~ B
Cultures are so varied and so different throughout the world that management has to take into account differences rather than simply assume similarities.
~ Textbook p. 15 ~

5. They are not “universal”
Pay-for-performance has failed in Africa because there are particular unspoken rules about the sequence and timing of reward and promotions.
MBO has generally failed in southern European subsidiaries of multinationals because managers have not wanted to conform to the abstract nature of preconceived policy guidelines.
Human-resource management is a typically Anglo-Saxon discipline that is difficult to translate to other cultures. It borrows from economics the idea that human beings are “resources” like physical and monetary resources. It assumes individual development. In countries without these beliefs, this concept is hard to grasp and unpopular once understood.
International Mangers’ culture of origin, the culture in which they are working, the culture of the organization employing them.
Authority, bureaucracy, creativity, good fellowship, verification and accountability.

6. HOMEWORK – 1ST IMPRESSIONS
Often small talk leads to new friendships / jobs / experiences
Better business deals / promotions
Easy as 1 – 2 – 3
Find common ground
Keep the conversation going
Maintain good eye contact
Individuals avoid small talk because:
They might have no confidence
They dislike discussing topics such as traffic, weather, or sports

7. Please Hand Forward (Give to Professor)
WORKSHEET 1 & 2
Please Hand Forward (Give to Professor)

8. Unit 2
Culture and Entertainment

9. Conversation Question
Imagine a business man/woman is coming to Seoul for a week of meetings. Make a list of the cultural activities, historical places, traditional restaurants, etc. that you would like to take them to.
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10. LISTEN Textbook page 15 Listen to the 1st example on the recording.
What is being said?
What was their response to the invitation?
What will probably happen next?
Listen to the 2nd example on the recording.

11. Conversation Practice . Use the language on page 21
Would you like to go to a new movie tonight with me?
Yes, that would be nice. What time is the movie?
At 7:30pm. Is that an okay time?
Yes, that’s fine. Will other co-workers be able to come along?
Yes, of course. Everyone from the office will be coming.
Excellent. I really look forward to going!
Inviting
Accepting
Would you be interested in going to see…
I’d like to invite you to have dinner this evening.
Perhaps we should all go for dinner? Is that a good idea?
Are you interested in…
Eating out?
Visiting / seeing …?
That would be very nice.
I’d like that.
Thank you. That would be a pleasure.
Yes, I would enjoy that very much.
Yes, that is a good idea.

12. Conversation Practice Use the language on page 21
* Remember to BE POLITE *
Responding to an invitation
Declining
That would be very nice.
I’d like that.
Thank you. That would be a pleasure
I’d like to, but I’m afraid …
That would be nice, but unfortunately…
I’m rather tired…
I have an appointment this evening…
I’m rather busy…
I have some work to do…

13. LISTEN – p. 16 Activity Reason for rejection Comments Opera
He doesn’t like listening to opera
Not polite
Too short
Quick answers
Coworker dinner party
Needs to fly back to Chicago
Polite
Can’t (so sorry)
Yes ~ It’s a shame
Tennis
Can’t play well
“I have a wooden leg”
Laughing
Joking

14. Invitations / Accepting / Declining Activity

15. Eating Out

16. Videos – Eating Out & Culture

17. Talk about it: Eating/Drinking
What are some cultural norms for eating/drinking in South Korea that foreigners might not know? Think of as many as possible!

18. Communication Practice:
When you’re done - SWITCH!
Communication Practice:
Student A 1. Ask what student B likes to eat. 3. Recommend a meal. 5. Answer student B’s questions.
Student B
2. Say what kind of food you like, or ask student A to recommend something.
4. Ask questions. (taste? cooked? made of? etc.)
6. Say that you want it or don’t want it. *Be Polite*

19. Creating the Effective Resume Handout – What is a Resume?
Resume Writing 101
Creating the Effective Resume Handout – What is a Resume?

20. Pop Quiz!
What is the initial amount of time an employer takes to review an applicant’s resume?
Answer:
15 – 20 seconds minimum
45 seconds maximum

21. Why do you need a resume? A marketing tool
To obtain an interview, not a job
Requirement of many organizations

22. Resumes - Hidden Messages
You
Neat
Well-organized
Attention to detail
Careful & Competent
Neat
Well-organized
Error free
Professional appearance
What Should Be Included In A Resume?

23. Sections of a Resume

24. The Header What should be included?
Name
Permanent and present address
address
Telephone number
Where should contact information go?
Top of the page

26. Objective Statement Purpose Examples
Communicate the type of position you are interested in
Examples
Management trainee position with a specialty retailer.
Technical sales with an energy related industry in the Southwest. Long range goals of regional sales management.
To obtain a position as field service representative with XYZ Software Corporation.

28. Education Name of Institution Name of your degree and major
Include city and state if not part of the title
Name of your degree and major
Bachelor of _________ in ___________
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration: Accounting
List degrees in reverse chronological order
Most recent degree is listed first

29. Education GPA: 4.0, Summa Cum Laude
Date or expected date of graduation
Graduation Date: May 2014
Expected Graduation Date: May 2015
GPA
Major or overall at least 3.0
Round down to the nearest tenth
3.0 not 3.062
GPA: 4.0, Summa Cum Laude
High School Information
Do not include after Sophomore year

31. Experience Use the term “Experience" What is considered experience?
Full and part-time jobs
Self-employment
Volunteer work
Practicum, field, and cooperative education
Information to include
Job Title
Dates of employment
Company name
City & State

32. Listing Responsibilities
Use bullet points
Start of each line with an action verb
Present tense if currently employed
Past tense if no longer employed
Vary your choice of verbs
Tailor skills and experiences to the position for which you are applying
Be concise while providing enough detail

34. Honors & Awards Reverse chronological Order by dates
Rank order by importance to the career objective

35. Professional Affiliations & Activities
Order by date
Reverse chronological
Rank order by importance to the career objective
Do not say Member of …
Emphasize your leadership roles
Spell out the organization’s name:
Do not use abbreviations or acronyms

37. Use short, concise sentences Use #, %, $ amounts
Resume Dos
Use action verbs
Use short, concise sentences
Use #, %, $ amounts
Keep resume easy to read
Keep resume about one page

38. Resume Don’ts Do not use the pronouns such as I, me, my, etc.
Do not include references
Do not clutter your resume with nonessential information
Do not make any misrepresentations
Do not include personal information
SSN, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, photograph, etc.

42. Midterm Writing Assignment

43. 3 Parts Details of Mid Writing Typed and Printed Resume
Electronic Resume
Typed Cover Letter

44. Typed and Printed Resume
Be REALISTIC
Must include
Header / Objectives / Education / Experience / Honors & Awards / Professional Activities
Spelling / Content / General Organization Will Be Graded
Any format is acceptable

45. Electronic Resume Linkedin.com Will be discussed in future classes
My suggestion for this week:
Register
Begin making profile
Start making connections

46. Cover Letter
A letter:
Introduces you
Explains your purpose for requesting that position
Highlights your experiences or skills
Requests a personal meeting
Well written Cover Letters create better opportunities to obtain an interview!

47. Homework Page 6 of “Creating the Effective Resume”
Register to Linkedin.com
Begin planning your personal/realistic resume