In the MLA Handbook, however, Gibaldi finds that it is rarely appropriate to use italics for emphasis in writing research papers (95) and that In research papers and manuscripts submitted for publication, words that would be italicized in print are best underlined (94).
Follow-Up Calls. Wait seven to 10 days to call a potential employer after a job interview. If the employer gave you a shorter timetable, wait until the day after the date he gave you before calling to inquire about the position.
If you're new to the communications job market, you're probably looking for a position in the high $20,000 to mid $30,000 range. Typically your job search will take two to three months. However, given that we are currently emerging from a period of high unemployment, don't be scared if that time period is doubled â after all, there are a lot of people in the same place as you right now. Don't lower your expectations unless you face eviction.