The New Rules of Work: The Modern Playbook for Navigating Your Career

ISBN: 0451495675

Author: Cavoulacos, Alexandra

Condition: Used

The world of work has changed.People in previous generations tended to pick one professional path and stick to it. Switching companies every few years wasnt the norm, and changing careers was even rarer.Todays career trajectories arent so scripted and linear. Technology has given rise to new positions that never before existed, which means we are choosing from a much broader set of career options-and have even more opportunities to find work that lights us up. However, we dont discover and apply for jobs the same way anymore, and employers dont find applicants the way they used to. Isnt it about time we had a playbook for navigating it all?Kathryn Minshew and Alexandra Cavoulacos, founders of the popular career website TheMuse, offer the definitive guide to the modern workplace. Through quick exercises and structured tips, you will learn: The New Rules for finding the right path: Sift through, and narrow todays ever-growing menu of job and career options, using the simple step-by-step Muse Method. The New Rules for landing the perfect job: Build your personal brand, and communicate exactly how you can contribute and why your experience is valuable in a way that is sure to get the attention of your dream employer. Then ace every step of the interview process, from getting a foot in the door to negotiating your offer. The New Rules for growing and advancing in your career: Mastering first impressions, the art of communication, networking, managing up and other soft skills - and make it obvious that whatever level youre at, youre ready to get ahead.Whether you are starting out in your career, looking to advance, navigating a mid-career shift, or anywhere in between, this is the book you need to thrive in the New World of Work.