Now available in a new second edition, Working World: Careers in International Education, Exchange, and Development offers an engaging guide for cause-oriented people dedicated to begin or enhance careers in the now burgeoning fields of international affairs. Mueller and Overmann expand their original dialogue between a career veteran and a young professional to address issues that recognize the meteoric rise of social media and dramatic geopolitical events. They explore how the idea of an...

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Are you facing a crucial interview and don't want to risk losing that job because you lack confidence or you think your interview skills aren't up to scratch? Fiercely practical, this book could be the answer to all your problems. Whether you only have a few hours to prepare or a few weeks, Julie Gray will guide you through all the techniques and strategies you need to give yourself the edge in a competitive market.Areas covered include:- Assessing whether you really want t...

Finding the right job can be a job in itself - but this one-stop-shop guide will take you through every step.Covering everything from looking for jobs online to making a fantastic impression at interview, Ultimate Job Search is everything the ambitious job hunter needs. Take the stress out of job-seeking with comprehensive advice on:-Designing your job-search strategy-Building an online profile-Writing a stand-out cv/r...

Today's business world is changing faster than ever, and this combined with longer working lives means that the ability to change careers successfully (whether through choice or forced) is crucial to anyone who wants to be successful over a number of decades.- Sunday: Use research to test the strength of your ideas and identify your transferable skills- Monday: Understand the financial implications of changing your job and find ways to supplement your income- Tuesday:...

Ready to take your career to the next level? Find out everything you need to know about effective salary negotiation with this practical guide.Many of us are afraid of negotiating our salaries, whether we are stepping into a new role or simply looking for more recognition at our current company, and it is true that this can be a daunting process. The good news is that anybody can learn to negotiate effectively, so you can make sure that you get paid what you are wo...

Feeling lost, in pain, falling behind, or just plain clueless? This book’s for you! “First Aid for Ignorance” is a real shot in the arm for the meandering high schooler or college student who needs a dose of reality to pull it all together.  No more wimpy handshakes, lame presentations or sketchy eye contact this book helps young adults shine amongst the competition with common-sense career strategy tips and financial literacy straight-talk that take all the suffering out of success! A great...

Ready to take your career to the next level? Find out everything you need to know about changing career with this practical guide.Identifying your ideal career is not always a simple matter, and pursuing it can seem even more of a challenge, especially if you have already put time and effort into a previous job. However, changing career does not have to be a terrifying prospect – by approaching it with the right strategy and mindset, as outlined in this helpful gui...

Good solid advice and great strategies for getting interviews and landing the job in Advertising, marketing, promotions, public relations, and sales management.To Prepare for the Job this book tells you:- The training and education needed- Earnings- Expected job prospects- The job's activities and responsibilities- Working conditionsTo Land the Job, it gives you the hands-on and how-to's insight on:- Finding Opportunities - th...

Ready to take your career to the next level? Find out everything you need to know about effective storytelling with this practical guide.Storytelling is a skill that can dramatically improve both your personal and professional life. In contexts ranging from job searching to marketing, storytelling is the most effective way to portray your message and win people over. By following the information provided in this summary, you too will be able to construct a spellbin...

The books in this bite-sized new series contain no complicated techniques or tricky materials, making them ideal for the busy, the time-pressured or the merely curious. Win The Job You Want helps you to become a hot property in today's competitive job market. It will help you to understand yourself and show you how to not get just any old job but to improve your chance of a truly fulfilling career.