Nina Has Been on a Long Break Since Her Previous

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Multiple Choice

Nina has been on a long break since her previous job and has been taking advantage of the time off to travel.Now she is applying for the position of an analyst at a leading organization that intends to hire people who can work well in a diverse environment.Being well-travelled,Nina has a healthy respect for different cultures.Assuming that Nina possesses the necessary qualifications,which of these actions will best help Nina secure an interview at the organization?

• A) Nina emphasizes her relevant skills and qualifications but de-emphasizes the break because this information will not serve the employer's needs.
• B) Nina prepares a single sheet resumé, highlighting the skills and capabilities she acquired in her previous employment that might be relevant to this job and does not mention her break.
• C) Nina presents her work history in reverse chronological order, highlights relevant skills and mentions how the break has enriched her cultural understanding.
• D) Nina prepares a chronological resumé and attaches a copy of her blog, in which she has written her thoughts about how meeting people from various countries has enriched her life.

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Definitions:

Negotiating

The process of discussing something with someone in order to reach an agreement or compromise.

McGrath's Model

A theoretical framework proposed by Joseph E. McGrath that categorizes group tasks into four types: generating, choosing, negotiating, and executing, to understand and predict group performance and interaction.

Entitativity

The perception of a group as a single entity, possessing clear boundaries and a coherent identity.

Aggregate

A total or whole made up of distinct elements or individuals gathered together.