Thinking about finding a career field better suited to your skills and work goals? Then perhaps it’s time to explore making the move.
Changing jobs or career fields is never easy. But a number of insightful books explore how to shift into a new, more rewarding job. Here is a sample of a few titles:
“I Don’t Know What I Want; But I Know It’s Not This” by Julie Jansen; Penguin, 288 pages ($15.00)
Features quizzes and exercises designed to unlock your career interests.
“What Color is Your Parachute 2010” by Richard N. Bolles; Ten Speed Press, 336 pages ($18.99)
Offers practical tips and insights on job-hunting and making a career change.
“New Job, New You: A Guide to Reinventing Yourself in a Bright New Career” by Alexandra Levit; Ballantine Books, 192 pages ($15.00)
Discusses pursuing passions, money issues and coping with setbacks.
“Crash Course in Finding Work You Love: The Essential Guide to Reinventing Your Life” by Samuel Greengard; Sterling, 352 pages ($14.95)
Covers how to develop a re-careering style, estimating the cost of a career change and alternative work options.
“Do What You Are” by Paul D. Tieger and Barbara Barron; Little, Brown and Company, 416 pages ($18.99)
Covers choosing the right career field based on your personality and work interests.
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