Straight forward advice for everything job related
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If you are looking for a graduation gift, this would be awesome. It would have been very helpful to have this book at the beginning of my career. I also hope EVERY MANAGER reads this book. I see another reviewer thought it was stupid advice that "anyone with a brain" could figure out, but I have to interact with many people who haven't figured any of this stuff out (they do have brains actually...).

A lot of the problems are something like this "Someone is doing dumb thing, help" and the answer is some form of focus on the actual problem and how to solve it not the feelings/emotion/etc.., be polite, clear and direct and follow up. What I like about Alison's advice is that she gives you examples of things to say to address the issues. Having an approximate "script" when you have to deal with uncomfortable office issues is extremely helpful. If things can go more than one way, Alison will explain what each response means (tersely) and an appropriate response to that.

Ask a manager does focus a lot on emotional IQ. Being an engineer, I have, admittedly, had to work hard in that area. I have used some of Alison's scripted conversations with obnoxious co-workers. They do work. I like Alison's style, she is terse and logical. This book is not full of words for the sake of putting in more words... I appreciate that.

Managers - please read this. I've seen managers try to do illegal things - not realizing it. Judge employees on appearance, gender, age, week-end activites, etc (thankfully I don't have to deal with any of that currently). This book explains how to focus on getting the job done without judging the employee. Only the employee's output should be judged and this book has lots of advice for improving performance.

I like reading Alison's blog too. Sometimes the writers have issues that hit close to home and Alison is always helpful. The comments also give a lot of insight on what various people are thinking and the commentators raise interesting points.

The first 3 chapters are all 5 star. The Interviewing chapter doesn't cover a lot. I'd like to see more on interviewing and being interviewed.
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This book has great advice for beginning a new job, from what to focus on to how to get ahead.  Mr. White offers great examples, including his personal CEO background and other CEOs he interviewed for the book.  I highly recommend this book for anyone graduating from college or switching jobs.
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You're in Charge-Now What? is a fun read and the magic elixr for anyone about to start a new job; The are clear and entertaining anecdotes about real business leaders, such as Jeff Imelt CEO of GE, Paul Pressler CEO of the Gap, Bob Nardelli CEO of Home Depot, Patricia Russo CEO of Lucent, Ed Zander CEO of Motorola, and Larry Summers President of Harvard University among many more. The advice is wrapped up in a compelling 8 point plan for the first 100 days culminating with the top traps to avoid in starting a new position.  When you need advice on how to hit the ground running, this is the perfect book for you.
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fun, fast read that gets the point across, how to enjoy your job and the people in it.  Great for managers or those who want to be a manager
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This book contains the best job advice I have ever heard. I share these concepts with everyone I know. If I could I would gift this book to every friend and relative as they exit High School or College. I really appreciate Cal's very organized style. The book is a great one to breeze through once and then re-read to make sure you get the concepts set in your mind well. It was worth the purchase to have this one on my shelf.
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Great book!  I highly recommend it for anyone that is currently entering the labor market or is already part of it. The book is really easy, fun and enjoyable to read. It's full of great stories and more importantly it has really good advice for everybody.
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You will find this book to be very useful and productive for your future career life. It doesn't really matter how much working experience and what sort of career background you had so far, this book will teach you how to summarize all your achievements in the best possible way so you could easily attract the attention of an employer. I must say, this book opened my eyes a little bit, since i was nearly clueless when it comes to filling up a resume. If you guys feel the way I felt, don't hesitate to buy this book. It's a quick read and you will learn all you need to know about this matter.
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I found this book to be a quick easy read with a valuable message - take care of yourself first. Once you take care of yourself you can better deal with the stress and drama in the workplace. This book, particularly the section on Managing You, helped me put the office and the people that I work with into perspective. Before reading this book I would be aggressive toward some of these types of people, but that only caused greater issues. The author helps you handle these people in a professional manner without making yourself look like an a$$. I recommend this book for anyone who wants straight to the point practical tips to help survive the drama in the office without losing your job.
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This book helped me get a job interview in 2016 Feb and a second in 2 days. Succinct and smart, easy to read, lots of samples.
Scott did very well here, I recommend you get a copy for your office in case of downsizing as you will need his advice - again!
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This book was enjoyable to read and kept my attention the whole way through. It gets straight to the point with not only tips but situations that the author himself been through. I can truly say that these tips will help you as a person if you apply them not only for sports but for different types jobs also. This is a must read book.
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I highly recommend this book to Everyone.  Job seekers, Hiring managers, College students, Recruiters, looking for advancement in your current career; this is a MUST read.  The book covers it all in an easy to read fashion.  A great overview of LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and so much more with Links to get you started.  Hints on how they work, what they are and what to look out for.  I find the material current and an easy reference to use 'Throughout Your Career'.  Great gift for retired people who want to stay connected to business, friends or family.
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If you are in search or not of your ideal job this is the book I recommend reading - easy to read as you are speaking with Gerry - fresh angle of looking at yourself and discovering - setting up guideline for tasks you have whether it is to discover your career, what you expect from the company and the boss you work for.  Simply said it is all about how to make you happy and successful
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If you think youve got the whole job search thing all figured out, then better read Lenora Johnsons ground-breaking book, 101 Strategic Job Search Marketing Steps. In it, the author addresses some of the most important things a job seeker must know and understand before they even sally forth and conquer. If youve ever wondered why you failed in acing that critical interview, or where you might have gotten it wrong, then read this book.

Lenora hitsno, smashesthe nail on the head with the simple yet effective idea: you must market yourself like a business product or service. If I only found this book ten years ago when I was fresh out of college, I could have gotten some of the dream jobs I was trying to get then. But regardless of where you may be in the job search process, Lenoras book can still awesomely catapult you to the job you want because, finally, your mindset will match that of your potential employeryou will be on the same page and get what they really want. That alone exponentially increases your chances of getting that plum job.

Whats so great about this book is the author thoroughly discusses all the possible considerations when looking for a job, and then some. It brims with actionable information you can use right away. Get a copy of this book todayits also a great gift to a loved one who is currently looking for a job, or who have just graduated from college. 101 Strategic Job Search Marketing Steps is that rare book that everyone should have. Five stars for this one.
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This little book is great for job hunters at any stage of their career. I especially liked the two Don't Take No for an Answer tips. These can/should be used by anyone even in a job in terms of getting things done with colleagues and customers.
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This is an excellent guide for anyone / everyone in the hunt for a new job.  Whether you are new to the job market, a recent college graduate, someone that is re-entering the workforce after a number of months or years of sabbatical, transitioning from one career to another after downsizing or someone that has been searching for a new or more rewarding position for a significant period of time.  There is a blend of tips using "traditional" methodology and tips using "new technology" as well as networking tips for the job seeker.  This easy to read & easy to use guide is comprehensive, addresses all avenues and opportunities to uncover the right job for you and the best ways to present yourself and your skills to prospective employers.  This 150 page book is laid out exceptionally well, with sample cover letters, resumes and provides steps to help you focus and guide you to find the ideal position for you and to Crack the Job Search Code!
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I loved this book, and I think the advice offered by Kate applies to both new entrants into the job market as well as established career women. I've been working for about 10 years, but I can use all of the tips and tricks offered. This is a quick, entertaining read and is more interesting than the usual dry career/success advice books.
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Julie Bauke's insights are right on the mark!  I am a career consultant and everyday I witness first hand the costly mistakes that job seekers make.  Julie not only provides the "what not to do" but also gives job seekers simple, easy to follow instructions that will help them get started on the right foot in their job search!  Julie is not only wise and practical but is very humorous, making this an enjoyable book to read!