Contemplating a career transition and looking for strategies that will help you thrive in your new role? Dr. Julie Olsen interviewed twenty-eight every day, yet extraordinary, people who have started new roles, and in some cases totally reinvented themselves, to discover their secrets to success. Whether you are moving to a new role, fresh out of school, in your current organization, or in an entirely new business environment, That Would Have Been...

"As competition for jobs in all sectors intensifies, employers are looking for more than just the right experience and skills needed for the job. They also want to gauge the potential employee's personal attributes to see if their skills are matched with qualities, such as cultural fit, engagement, likeability, and competence, that will make them an asset to the company. This updated edition of Ultimate Interview highlights these intangible qualities...

Infused with real-life examples, self-analysis exercises, and advice from an industry professional, Rip the Resume is more than a "how to write a better resume" book; it's a proven system designed to challenge job seekers to take complete control and responsibility during a job search. Follow a ground-breaking roadmap on your journey to becoming the candidate that employers are seeking-whether you are a millennial looking to launch an exciting and...

Architects design buildings, from simple homes and businesses to towering skyscrapers and more. Discover what it takes to work in this challenging field in Architect.

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Few of us have ever experienced anything like the current job market. Millions of jobs have disappeared, and everyone from experienced executives to newly minted college graduates are facing the toughest environment in decades. Which is why top-notch interview skills are more important than ever. Top Notch Interviews teaches job seekers at any level, from all industries and professions, the author's proven technique to increase interview success....

Year after year, readers pulled me aside at events and said, “I’ve never had a problem starting. I’ve started a million things, but I never finish them. Why can’t I finish?

According to studies, 92 percent of New Year’s resolutions fail. You’ve practically got a better shot at getting into Juilliard to become a ballerina than you do at finishing your goals.
For years, I thought my problem was that...

Offers 12 exciting facts about these eight-legged arachnids, including a look at their diet, habitats, life cycle, and more. Full-color spreads give readers fascinating facts about various spider species and engage readers in their unique environments.

Carpenters work with wood, shaping frames, laying flooring, and more. Discover what it takes to work in this challenging field in Carpenter.