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Works Well With Others

An Outsider’s Guide to Shaking Hands, Shutting Up, Handling Jerks, and Other Crucial Skills in Business That No one Ever Teaches You

Ross McCammon

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Works Well With Others
Interviews & Recruiters+
The Power of Eye Contact+
Professional Vocabulary+
Delivering Memorable Toasts+
The Psychology of Clothing+

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Question 1 of 6
According to the book, what is a recruiter's primary interest during an interview?
  • A. Filling a vacant position as quickly as possible.
  • B. Building a relationship with the candidate for current or future opportunities.
  • C. Testing the candidate's ability to handle high-pressure situations.
  • D. Negotiating the lowest possible salary for the employer.
Question 2 of 6
Why is maintaining consistent eye contact during an interview so important?
  • A. It makes the candidate appear both more trustworthy and competent.
  • B. It intimidates the interviewer and gives the candidate the upper hand.
  • C. It distracts the interviewer from noticing any flaws in the candidate's resume.
  • D. It proves that the candidate has practiced their interview answers thoroughly.
Question 3 of 6
How does the author suggest you handle making a mistake at the office?
  • A. Apologize profusely to show your emotional intelligence.
  • B. Ask 'Does this make sense?' to ensure everyone understands the error.
  • C. Acknowledge what went wrong and state how you will prevent it in the future.
  • D. Downplay the mistake by using casual language to keep the mood light.
Question 4 of 6
Why should you avoid using colloquialisms like 'grab' (e.g., 'Let's grab a coffee') in a professional setting?
  • A. It sounds too aggressive for a corporate environment.
  • B. It can imply that you do not value the other person's time.
  • C. It makes you sound unsure of yourself and your statements.
  • D. It is an outdated phrase that recruiters view negatively.
Question 5 of 6
What is a recommended strategy to ensure no one feels left out during a toast at a business celebration?
  • A. Memorize the names of every single attendee in the room.
  • B. Speak extemporaneously to make the toast feel more authentic and natural.
  • C. Keep the toast as long as possible to give everyone a chance to be mentioned.
  • D. Incorporate broad, sweeping statements like 'Here's to all of you.'
Question 6 of 6
What does the term 'enclothed cognition' refer to?
  • A. The phenomenon where an interviewer judges a candidate based on their attire.
  • B. The effect that clothing can have on the wearer's own mood and behavior.
  • C. The social anxiety caused by wearing inappropriate clothes to an event.
  • D. The ability to remember details better when wearing bright colors.

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Works Well With Others Summary & Overview

Works Well With Others (2015) is a guide for professionals – both new and old – seeking tips and tricks for handling themselves in the modern workplace. From mastering the interview process to fitting in on your first day, these blinks teach you those crucial social rules that no one ever talks about.

Who Should Listen to Works Well With Others?

  • People looking for advice on hiring interviews
  • Professionals preparing to enter the workforce
  • Anyone interested in workplace etiquette

About the Author: Ross McCammon

Ross McCammon, senior editor of Esquire magazine since 2005 and a longtime columnist for Entrepreneur magazine, is an expert on business etiquette. He is also the author of The Impostor’s Handbook.

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