The role of Chief Operating Officer is clearly important. In fact, it's arguable that the number two position is the toughest job in a company. COOs play a critical part in executing the strategies developed by top management. And, in many cases, they are being groomed—or test-driven—as the firm's CEO-elect.Riding Shotgun provides unique insight into this little-understood role. The authors develop a framework that illustrates who the COO is, why a company should create th...

**#1 NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLER • At last, a book that shows you how to build—design—a life you can thrive in, at any age or stage • “Life has questions. They have answers.” —The New York TimesDesigners create worlds and solve problems using design thinking. Look around your office or home—at the tablet or smartphone you may be holding or the chair you are sitting in. Everything in our lives was designed by someone. And every design starts with a...

The benefits of networking are many - improving the chances of keeping a job, getting a new one, career progression, learning how to get along with others and improving personal effectiveness and company performance.Successful Networking is designed to remove the fear factor and encourage people to make the effort to 'network for success'. It gives you advice and guidance on handling any social or workplace situation that could be awkward. People are compl...

“When can you start?”Giving compelling answers to interview questions can make the difference between winning a job and unemployment. The Pocket Idiot’s Guide® to Interview Questions and Answers will arm you with answers to the 150 toughest interview questions. Whether you read the book cover-to-cover to prepare for an initial interview or uses it as a last-minute reference on the way to a final interview, you will be prepared to offer clear, conc...

In 2010, US News and World Report named technical writing one of the "50 Best Careers" in the world.Want a new (or better) career as a technical writer, but aren't sure where to begin? How to Get Started as a Technical Writer is a practical, personal, no-nonsense guide to preparing for and launching your career in technical writing. You won't find a lot of fluff or detailed instructions on how to write. Instead, you'll get over 80 pages of concise, real-world information on what it...

**Now in Paperback!**In this intimate treasury of wit and wisdom, Richard Bolles, author of the job-hunting bible: WHAT COLOR IS YOUR PARACHUTE?, explores the spiritual aspects of finding ones place in the work world. For anyone who has ever wondered how to make the most of their unique natural gifts, or how to find a vocation that is both socially responsible and personally fulfilling, this enlightening and empowering little volume provides immeasurable guidance. Originally appearing as ...

Tired of being broke? Don't have a job? Want to make some money? Well get off your ass and make some cash. Find out some interested ways to make some extra cash. Some of them may even lead to long term self employment. You have to have the initiative because it is not going to come knocking on your door. The sooner you learn this the better off you will be and the more cash you will have in your pocket. So get off your ass and find out which way is best for you to make some extra money!

A guide for those who want to create an effective CV and use it to market themselves. It contains sample CVs and covering letters and interview guidance.

Over the course of a forty-year career in the worlds of law, sports, business, and politics, Ron Shapiro has worked with and advised an incredible variety of people. What he’s found is that the secret ingredient for getting into the winner’s circle is simply the discipline of methodical preparation: that old-school, step-by-step way of having all your ducks in a row, whether you are an executive getting ready to do a deal or make a speech; a pitcher studying the traits of opposing hitters ...

For the first time, a book exists that compiles all the information candidates need to apply for their first Summer law clerks job, or to apply for a better job.What you'll find especially helpful are the worksheets. It is so much easier to write about a work experience using these outlines. It ensures that the narrative will follow a logical structure and reminds you not to leave out the most important points. With this book, you'll be able to revise your application into a much s...

Having a highly polished and professional CV is an essential part of job hunting in todays fiercely competitive job market. Standing out from the crowd on paper is a tall order and most people need help making it happen. This incredibly practical book will guide you through the process of crafting a CV that you can be proud of, and which will help you land your next job!This book was written to answer one very specific question – how can you write a great CV? Its sole purpose is to...

A truly masterful book on career transition and job seeking, especially in light of the current state of our economy. It addresses a wide array of topics that are important for almost every job seeker. "-Carmen Croonquist, Director of Career Services, University of WisconsinHOW DO YOU MOVE ON AFTER BEING LAID OFF?You can't always control losing your job, but you can control your reaction and the decisions you make afterwardIn Gett...