The Recruiter and the Indian Information Technologist

In a globalised environment it is useful to know how Indian Information Technologists are judged by recruiters for short-term contracts in Australia. A knowledge of English and information technology is generally considered sufficient. However this research shows it is also necessary to be familiar with the dominant norms of workplace culture. This book explores the multidimensional nature of cultural fit a term used by recruiters in the industry to mean Does this person fit into the workplace?. Directness turntaking small talk and humour and body language all have an impact on the recruiter the gatekeeper. With a better knowledge of workplace communication norms skilled migrants can make more informed choices about how to position themselves in the market. The research is in a relatively new area encompassing a critical linguistic application to workplace interaction in an intercultural context. This book should be especially useful for practitioners in the field of linguistics teachers of skilled migrants and Indian Information Technologists looking for work overseas.