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Career Change Summaries

The traditional linear career path is fast disappearing. Today, you can navigate the career lattice – moving up, down or sideways within your organization or industry – or you can leap from one career to a completely unrelated career. Or how about starting your own business? Discover the wealth of opportunities available to you.

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The First 90 Days
 

Michael Watkins

Harvard Business Review Press, 2003

(9)

Shortcut to Prosperity
 

Mark Hopkins

Greenleaf Book Group, 2013

(7)

How to Make Partner and Still Have a Life
 

Jo Larbie and Heather Townsend

Kogan Page, 2013

(7)

When Talent Isn’t Enough

Kristen Fischer

Career Press, 2013

(7)

How Will You Measure Your Life?
 

Clayton M. Christensen et al.

HarperBusiness, 2012

(8)

Earn What You're Really Worth
 

Brian Tracy

Vanguard Press, 2012

(7)

Eat That Frog
 

Brian Tracy

Berrett-Koehler, 2007

(9)

The Million-Dollar Race
 

Kirk Hallowell

Greenleaf Book Group, 2013

(7)

Stepping Up
 

John Izzo

Berrett-Koehler, 2012

(7)

Acing the Interview
 

Tony Beshara

AMACOM, 2008

(9)

Mojo
 

Marshall Goldsmith and Mark Reiter

Hyperion, 2010

(7)

The Image of Success
 

Lizandra Vega

AMACOM, 2010

(7)

Never Apply for a Job Again!
 

Darrell W. Gurney

Career Press, 2012

(7)

Me 2.0
 

Dan Schawbel

Kaplan Publishing, 2009

(7)

Consulting Basics
 

Joel Gendelman

ASTD Publications, 2010

(7)

Life Strategies
 

Phillip C. McGraw, Ph.D.

Hyperion, 1999

(10)

Top Notch Executive Interviews
 

Katharine Hansen

Career Press, 2009

(7)

Great Work, Great Career
 

Stephen R. Covey and Jennifer Colosimo

FranklinCovey Publishing, 2009

(8)

Mass Career Customization
 

Cathleen Benko and Anne Weisberg

Harvard Business Review Press, 2007

(9)

I Got My Dream Job and So Can You

Pete Leibman

AMACOM, 2012

(7)

The MBA Reality Check

Evan Forster and David Thomas

Prentice Hall Press, 2010

(8)

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Career Change

In the not-so-distant past, it wasn’t unusual for employees to remain with one organization for their entire career. Companies formed a tacit agreement with their employees that they would provide generous benefits and decent salaries in exchange for employee stability and loyalty. While that dynamic may still exist in some instances, the relationship between employer and employee has changed dramatically. Workers more easily move from company to company, and the Great Recession has forced many individuals to explore new careers altogether.

getAbstract is an excellent informational source if you are in the midst of a career transition or even contemplating going into business for yourself. We offer an assortment of summaries that will enable you to navigate the tricky waters of career change. From acing your next interview to opening a franchise operation, you’ll find a wide range of relevant topics to explore. Knowledge is power, and getAbstract can help you make informed decisions.

Making the Transition

The idea of leaving your company or changing professions can produce a variety of emotions. While the notion of trying something completely different is intriguing and exciting, it can also be frightening and unsettling. Don’t make a move without making use of the knowledge available in our library.

Staying Put

Change doesn’t appeal to everyone. Maybe you’re satisfied with your position and your company, but feel like you’re in a bit of a rut. Work isn’t very exciting and your creative juices aren’t flowing. Not a problem. getAbstract offers a number of summaries that can show you how to recharge your batteries and your attitude.

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