What Color Is Your Parachute? by Richard Nelson Bolles

WHAT COLOR IS YOUR PARACHUTE? A Practical Manual for Job-Hunters and Career-Changers

by Richard Nelson Bolles

The world of work is evolving rapidly.  Modern workers will likely hold dozens of jobs over their lifetime, making job hunting an essential skill.  This book offers a proven, step-by-step system to help you land a job that you will love and thrive in.

In this summary, you'll learn:

• How the job market has changed, why traditional job-hunting methods no longer work, and what to expect in the new world of job search.

• The proven Parachute Approach and Flower Exercise to uncover your work preferences across 7 key areas: People, Work Environment, Transferable Skills, Knowledge, Georgaphical Factors, Salary & Responsibility, Purpose.

• How to identify ideal jobs or work that fit your strengths, goals, and preferences,  manage your job-search materials, position yourself as the ideal candidate, ace your job interviews, secure your ideal job, and negotiate a great package.

Who should read this:
• Anyone who is job hunting, considering a career change, seeking meaningful work, or want to understand yourself better.
• HR professionals, career coaches, students, and those who want to learn about career management and the shifting job market.