Using Appropriate Language as a Manager

I read an interesting article by Francis Jock. The article is about the importance of having good communication skills in business, specifically as a manager. In class much of our discussion has been about the importance communication in finding a job and being a good employee, but this article gives information on how important it is to have good communication skills as a manager. The article's main focus is on the importance of being able to communicate appropriately in a world that is increasingly diverse.

It's important as a manager to use appropriate language because inappropriate language can cause a loss of respect and can have a negative effect on employee morale.

Often when inappropriate language is used, the person using the inappropriate language doesn't mean to offend. Male and white based language has been the norm in the past and it is usually overlooked, but to avoid losing respect and morale it is important to learn to use appropriate language.

http://www.helium.com/items/1224659-business-communications-communication-skills-communications-productivity

What Is Proper Attire for a Business Interview?

When preparing the proper attire to wear to a job interview, it's important to think about what the job is looking for and dress appropriately. I will be applying for jobs in the actuarial field. Therefore, I should dress conservatively, but also with up-to-date styles and with nicer clothing.

If I were interviewing for a job, I would dress with a darker suit, a conservatively colored shirt, with a tie without bright colors like yellow, pink, orange, etc. My shoes would be clean and new. My belt would be the same color as my shoes. My hair would be neat and on the shorter side. I would not have facial hair. If I were to have facial hair, it would be short and well groomed.

Dress communicates a lot about a person. If a person is dressed too casually, the interviewee might give the impression that he or she doesn't care about the job. If a person is dressed to flashy or too in-style, he or she might give off the impression of trying too hard. Therefore, it's important to dress conservatively in style, while not being too casual and not being too formal or flashy.

http://www.content4reprint.com/career/the-proper-attire-for-an-interview.htm

Bill Child's Example

On Wednesday the School of Business hosted speakers Bill Child and Jeff Benedict. Bill Child is the current Chairman of the Board for R.C. Willey and co-author of the book "How to Build a Business Warren Buffett Would Buy". Jeff Benedict is the second author the same book. Unfortunately, I was unable to attend the convocation, but I heard nothing but good things about it. Consequently, I decided to read about Mr. Child and his success.

Through my reading, I found the overarching attribute assigned to Bill Child is integrity. Bill Child's integrity is subsequently found within the corporate organization of R.C. Willey, which was an important factor in Warren Buffet's acquisition of the company. I love reading or hearing about ethical people and leaders with integrity in business because it seems as if the corporate world has somewhat justifiably been villanized over the past decade.

Unethical behavior and lack of integrity are underlying causes of the current economic state of the world. If people in business and capitalism in general are to regain their former status and reputation, business people must act with high ethics and integrity, as Bill Child has done. Not only will integrity in business help restore business's image, but it is an important factor of success in the business world.

http://www.meridianmagazine.com/standingforsomething/000919bill.html

http://books.google.com/books?id=V-JlVl_dPFwC&pg=PA181&lpg=PA181&dq=bill+child+willey&source=bl&ots=2SKHi_Pfz-&sig=l_sXjntBeUW1DX6xjD8OS_Y_RIY&hl=en&ei=bY7FSv2EM4moswOh4syhBQ&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=10#v=onepage&q=bill%20child%20willey&f=false