Table of Contents
Introduction to the 2022 Edition 1
Chapter 1 Welcome to the Ever-Changing World of the Job Search
The length of the average job hunt has increased dramatically. The length of time the average job lasts has decreased dramatically. The way jobs are done is changing. 5
Chapter 2 The Job Search Is a Mind Came: Here Are Ten Ways to Win
You have a choice in how you view your job search. Choose hope. Choose a positive outlook. 23
Chapter 3 How to Deal with Any Challenges You Have in the Job Search
Being turned down for a job can lead to thinking there is something about you that caused it. 37
Chapter 4 Choose a Career, Change a Career, or Find a Job: What Works
There are different ways you can go about the job hunt. Each has a different chance of success. The Traditional Approach begins with the job market. The Parachute Approach begins with you. 71
Chapter 5 Introduction to the Flower Exercise
At the heart of this book is the Flower Exercise: a self-inventory in which you examine seven ways of thinking about yourself, using the language of the workplace. 97
Chapter 6 The Flower Exercise: A Comprehensive Self-Inventory
You have a much better chance of finding work using this method than if you just sent out a resume. Not just work, but work you really want to do. If you are thinking about a career change, you will discover what new direction you want to pursue. 111
Chapter 7 You Get to Choose Where You Work
Find out what careers or work your Flower Diagram points to. Try on jobs before you decide which ones to pursue. Research places thoroughly and utilize contacts. 189
Chapter 8 Your Resume Is Already Online
There's a new resume in town, and it's online. Remove anything that contradicts the impression you would like to make. Expand your positive professional presence. 211
Chapter 9 Fifteen Tips About Your Job Interview
What to keep in mind during hiring conversations. 243
Chapter 10 The Five Secrets of Salary Negotiation
How to get the best salary possible. 279
Chapter 11 How to Start Your Own Business
There is another choice if you don't want to work for someone else. 293
Conclusion 307
The Blue Pages: Finding Your Mission in Life
From the original writings of Richard N. Bolles. 309
The Final Words 327
About the Authors 333
Notes 334
Index 337