Careers guidance Books

Book SynopsisDr Harry Tolley is a Special Professor in the School of Education at the University of Nottingham as well as a researcher, author and freelance consultant. He is the co-author of many best-selling titles such as, How to Pass Verbal Reasoning Tests, How to Pass the New Police Selection Test, and How to Succeed at an Assessment Centre (all published by Kogan Page).Dr Ken Thomas was Prinicipal Lecturer in Educational Management at the Hong Kong Institute of Education, and is now a chartered psychologist and author.

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Book SynopsisMike Bryon is an expert in psychometrics and training solutions. He is also the author of The Advanced Numeracy Test Workbook, How to Pass Graduate Psychometric Tests, How to Pass the Civil Service Qualifying Tests, How to Pass Selection Tests, Ultimate Psychometric Tests and How to Master the UKCAT, as well as many other titles, all published by Kogan Page.Table of Contents Chapter - 01: Graduate psychometric tests; Chapter - 02: Personality and attitudinal questionnaires; Chapter - 03: Great candidate except for the maths!; Chapter - 04: English usage, reading comprehension and critical reasoning; Chapter - 05: Answers and many explanations

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Book SynopsisMike Bryon is an expert in psychometrics and training solutions. He is also the author of many books including Ultimate Psychometric Tests, How to Master the UKCAT, Management Level Psychometric Assessments, The Verbal Reasoning Test Workbook, Great Answers to Tough Career Dilemmas and How to Pass Graduate Psychometric Tests, all published by Kogan Page.Trade Review"This is an admirable book for the job-seeker with many excellent practice questions.The material is well-crafted with clearly laid out exercises and the basic questions at the beginning give a solid foundation for the harder questions to come. Readers will become more confident in how to answer challenging verbal reasoning questions and less anxious in tests. " * Bruce Woodcock, Careers Advisor at the University of Kent *Table of Contents Chapter - 01: Verbal Reasoning Tests; Chapter - 02: The Winning Approach; Chapter - 03: 110 Warm Up Questions; Chapter - 04: 100 English Usage Questions; Chapter - 05: 100 True, False or Cannot Tell Questions; Chapter - 06: Decision Analysis; Chapter - 07: Four Timed Realistic Tests with Interpretations of Your Score; Chapter - 08: Answers and Detailed Explanations

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Book SynopsisHeidi Smith is the author of a number of best-selling books on psychometric testing. She has many years' experience working in global consultancies in education and training and now runs her own consultancy providing Russian-language business services.Trade Review"This book will help people needing a mathematics refresher to become more confident in their numerical abilities. The book is concise and easy to work through, with clear explanations of answers. It reviews basic mathematics but then goes on to cover more challenging word problem and data interpretation questions, helping to knock the numerical rust off those who haven't done maths since school and who might panic in test situations." * Bruce Woodcock, Careers Advisor at the University of Kent *Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Chapter - 01: Review the Basics; Chapter - 02: Fractions and Decimals; Chapter - 03: Rates; Chapter - 04: Percentages; Chapter - 05: Ratios and Proportions; Chapter - 06: Data Interpretation; Chapter - 07: Word Problems; Chapter - 08: Data Sufficiency Problems

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Book SynopsisMartin John Yate is an internationally best-selling author. He has held major posts as a director of training and personnel for several international companies. His best-selling book Great Answers to Tough Interview Questions is now in its 8th edition and has sold over 5 million copies. He is also the author of the highly successful Ultimate CV, both published by Kogan Page.Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Read This First; Chapter - 01: Cover Letters – The Secret Weapon in Your Job Search; Chapter - 02: The Six Types of Job Search Letters; Chapter - 03: Know the Job, Know Your Customer; Chapter - 04: Develop Your Professional Identity; Chapter - 05: Elements of a Great Cover Letter; Chapter - 06: Assembling Your Job Search Letter; Chapter - 07: How to Polish and Edit Your Letters for Maximum Impact; Chapter - 08: The Plan of Attack; Chapter - 09: Sample Letters

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Book SynopsisJim Barrett is a chartered psychologist with years of experience in advising organizations on their selection procedures. He is a best-selling author and has written many testing books, including The Complete Personality Assessment, How to Pass Advanced Aptitude Tests, The Aptitude Test Workbook and he is co-author of Test Your Own Aptitude, all published by Kogan Page. Tom Barrett runs a online software development consultancy. He specialises in web software architecture, web standards, usability and content management. Tom is a psychology graduate and has developed the software for the online psychometric tests available at insight-tests.com.Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Section - ONE: Abstract Visual Tests; Chapter - 01: Constructs; Chapter - 02: Sequences; Chapter - 03: Perceptual; Section - TWO: Abstract Numerical Tests; Chapter - 04: Reasoning; Chapter - 05: Interpolation; Section - THREE: Abstract Verbal Tests Chapter - 06: Deduction; Chapter - 07: Analysis; Section - FOUR: Physical Tests; Chapter - 08: Dynamics; Chapter - 09: Tracing; Section - FIVE: Spatial Tests; Chapter - 10: Formation; Chapter - 11: 3D Tests; Section - SIX: Practical Numerical Tests; Chapter - 12: Reckoning; Chapter - 13: Arithmetic; Chapter - 14: Figure Work; Chapter - 15: Number Skills; Chapter - 16: Calculations; Section - SEVEN: System Tests; Chapter - 17: Systems; Chapter - 18: Coding; Section - EIGHT: Practical Verbal Tests; Chapter - 19: Word Usage; Chapter - 20: Vocabulary; Chapter - 21: Verbal Precision; Section - NINE: Online Testing; Chapter - 22: Core Intelligence Test

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Book SynopsisTony Weightman has over 30 years' experience as an HR consultant for major organizations including GSK, Nestle, Virgin Atlantic and Transport for London. He has developed and run assessment centres for some of the UK's largest organizations across several industries including food, engineering, hospitality and the charity sector, as well as for MBA candidate development.Trade Review"At last a practical and insightful guide to making the most of your opportunity at an assessment centre - a must-read." * Sue Ormerod, Regional Director, Nigel Wright Recruitment *"I have seen Tony Weightman use many of these techniques and tips with the MBA students I teach and with other groups. These ideas are not only useful in the development of the students' careers but also help them in gaining valuable jobs. This book offers ideas and techniques that are easy to follow and implement." * Richard Da Costa, MBA Tutor, Newcastle University *"Tony Weightman will always be my first choice for any HR-related topics, so I am delighted that he has chosen to give advice on how to secure that job you have always dreamed about. Every time I have worked with him, he has delivered and shared his huge experience with good practical examples from the real world - you understand immediately what he is trying to convey. This book is a must on your journey to securing your dream job." * Carsten Staehr, CEO, Cintra *"Weightman Associates are for many HR professionals and business leaders the go-to company to partner with in order to ensure bespoke measurable development of employees, line managers and future leaders. With Assessment Centre Success, Tony Weightman has delivered an essential guide that offers practical tips and techniques for achieving success, and that should be in any candidate's toolkit. The book equips the reader with skills and knowledge that will set them apart in the competitive marketplace, so they stand out to employers looking for first-class talent through an assessment centre.'" * Gill Usher, HR Manager, Rocket Medical *"In this book Tony Weightman has distilled many years of experience into an easy-to-read guide that is an essential for anyone preparing for an assessment centre." * Catherine Attwell FCIPD, HR Director *Table of Contents Section - 00: Introduction; Section - 01: What is an assessment centre?; Section - 02: What employers are looking for; Section - 03: How will it work?; Section - 04: How to prepare for an assessment centre; Section - 05: Individual exercises: communication; Section - 06: Individual exercises: analysis; Section - 07: Group exercises; Section - 08: Psychometric tests; Section - 09: The interview; Section - 10: Dealing with difficulties and how to perform on the day; Section - 11: Gaining feedback after the event; Section - 12: Conclusion; Section - Appendix 1: Model answer for identifying skills from a job description; Section - Appendix 2: Model answer for written report 1; Section - Appendix 3: Model answer for written report 2; Section - Appendix 4: Presentation planning template; Section - Appendix 5: Example of presentation feedback using POOSA; Section - Appendix 6: Model answer for in-tray prioritization exercise;

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Book SynopsisAnastasia de Waal is director of I Can Be, a charity focused on breaking down barriers to opportunity for disadvantaged children and young people. Before setting up I Can Be, she was Deputy Director of think tank Civitas and Director of the Family and Education Unit. A qualified primary school teacher and a Trustee of national parenting support charity Family Lives, Anastasia de Waal has written a number of publications on education and family issues.Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Section - ONE: Setting yourself up for success; Chapter - 01: CV building; Chapter - 02: Career planning; Chapter - 03: Work experience and internships; Chapter - 04: Further study; Section - TWO: Developing job-ready skills; Chapter - 05: Leadership and teamwork; Chapter - 06: Communication skills; Chapter - 07: Problem-solving; Chapter - 08: Industry knowledge; Section - THREE: Looking for a job; Chapter - 09: Systematic job hunting; Chapter - 10: Understanding what employers want; Chapter - 11: Social media, personal branding and self-promotion; Chapter - 12: Networking; Chapter - 13: Budgeting and money skills; Section - FOUR: Applying for a job; Chapter - 14: Creating a winning CV; Chapter - 15: Covering letters and application forms; Chapter - 16: Interviews; Chapter - 17: Assessment centres; Chapter - 18: Giving presentations; Chapter - 19: Getting an offer; Section - FIVE: Starting a job; Chapter - 20: Planning and preparation; Chapter - 21: Twenty questions about your first day answered; Chapter - 22: Making a good impression and building positive relationships; Chapter - 23: Planning your next move; Chapter - 24: Index

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Book SynopsisSwish Goswami, 24, is the CEO of Trufan, a tech company building products that improve brand engagement while respecting a consumer's right to privacy and compensation. His company has made two acquisitions, raised over $4.1M to date (from several NBA players and venture firms) and has clients like Sony Music, L'Oreal, Netflix, NBA, NFL, and a plethora of small to medium sized businesses.Swish has given three TEDx talks and is an investor/advisor through his angel fund AGEX Capital (investments include Faze Clan, Wombo, Upstream, etc). Swish has a personal following of over 200,000 and enjoys speaking around the world under North America's prestigious bureau Speakers Spotlight. For his entrepreneurial and philanthropic achievements, Swish was inducted into Plan Canada's Top 20 under 20, recognized as LinkedIn's Top Voice and Startup Canada's Young Entrepreneur of the Year and awarded the United Nation's Outstanding Youth Leadership award.Quinn Underwood, 24, is the CEO ofTrade Review"Essential for any aspiring entrepreneur who wants to understand not only how to start a business but what it takes to be an entrepreneur." * Ryan Holmes, Founder of Hootsuite *"They are Canada's most influential young entrepreneurs and I can think of nobody better to provide insight and inspiration to students of all ages. Swish and Quinn's entrepreneurial instincts and appetite are one of the many things that set them apart and their passion for giving back to the student community is unparalleled." * Tim Will Hyde, CEO of TWH Media *"Swish and Quinn have been inspiring young people around the globe for some time now. I couldn't think of a duo better suited than Swish and Quinn to write a book like this." * John Patrick Mullin, Co-Founder of MANTRA DAO *"Swish and Quinn are some of the best operators I know of any age. Their advice and anecdotes in The Young Entrepreneur are not just a must-read for people looking to build a business from scratch. They are also ideal for people who are looking to grow their personal brand and network." * Ravi Krishnan, Chairman and Founder of Stepathlon and Former Managing Director of IMG Sth Asia *"I love that The Young Entrepreneur not only dives into the ABCs of starting a business but also the intangibles of the journey: mental health, personal branding, networking, etc. It's truly a comprehensive guide for the aspiring entrepreneur!" * Dax DaSilva, Founder of Lightspeed Commerce *"It's a real treat that Swish and Quinn took the time to write down their perspectives, lessons, and advices in a book that will surely inspire and pave the way for the next generation of entrepreneurs." * Esther Vlessing, President of Canada Emergency Medical Manufacturers *"Swish and Quinn have the unique ability to take complex business topics and make it simple so that people are not only inspired but truly feel it is accessible to them. This book is truly a gift to the future generation of leaders." * Rachel David, Founder of Hashtag Communications *"Swish has consistently championed building a business while you're young and he's the best example of why anyone can do it. Entrepreneurship is an incredibly challenging path to take, but at the same time, the most rewarding thing one can do if they love creating opportunities and solving real problems. Swish's framework makes it easy for everyone to understand and get started." * Jason Wong, Founder of Pughaus *"Youth entrepreneurship is vital to any economy and I love that Swish breaks down in simple, easy-to-understand language how any student can start a business even if they are limited by time or money." * Manny Padda, Managing Partner of LOI Venture *"Entrepreneurship fosters a critical set of skills every young person needs - curiosity (about a problem space), ingenuity (to solve the problem), tenacity (in the face of challenges), empathy (for the customer), and storytelling (so the world understands what you're trying to do!). Through practical guidance and tangible stories, The Young Entrepreneur is a must-read!" * Cheesan Chew, Executive and Strategic Advisor and Former COO of RBC Ventures *"Entrepreneurship requires you to step into various roles at once. Building a product and growing a team is an experience that requires grit, determination, and resilience. While it requires you to take calculated risks, it is one of the most rewarding experiences. Quinn and Swish share practical steps and approaches to building a business from scratch. Sharing their knowledge will encourage and equip the next generation of young entrepreneurs globally. The Young Entrepreneur provides a foundational framework to building a business with meaning and purpose." * Ravina Anand, Co-Founder of FLIK *"Swish and Quinn's entrepreneurial pursuits began at a very young age, and I am continuously inspired by all that they accomplish. It is essential that we teach entrepreneurship to college students, so that they feel empowered to begin creating a positive difference in the world. Swish is the epitome of someone who didn't wait for others to tell him he was ready to begin making a difference - they just did it! We need more young people to follow in their footsteps." * Ann Makosinski, inventor and Forbes 30 Under 30 *"Written by two active CEOs, The Young Entrepreneur is the perfect guide for turning your idea into a reality. Actionable, relatable, authentic - a must-read for any aspiring entrepreneur." * Allen Gannett, author of The Creative Curve and angel investor in 70+ companies *Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Foreword; Section - ONE: Entrepreneur; Chapter - 01: Introduction – What to expect; Chapter - 02: The entrepreneur mindset; Section - TWO: Endeavour; Chapter - 03: The lightbulb moment – How to come up with an idea; Chapter - 04: Common mistakes; Chapter - 05: Infrastructure; Chapter - 06: MVP (Minimum Viable Product); Chapter - 07: Development; Chapter - 08: Launch; Chapter - 09: Traction; Chapter - 10: Fundraising; Chapter - 11: Scale; Chapter - 12: End goal; Chapter - 13: Misconceptions of starting a business; Chapter - 14: Ecosystem; Chapter - 15: Opportunities

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Book SynopsisBritish Qualifications 2020 is compiled and updated using details direct from the universities, professional institutes and awarding bodies to ensure that the book contains the most current, correct information available.Table of Contents Section - ONE: Introduction; Chapter - 01: Education reform; Chapter - 02: Foundation degrees; Chapter - 03: Policy and regulation; Chapter - 04: Quality assurance; Chapter - 05: Qualification frameworks; Section - TWO: Teaching establishments; Chapter - 06: Further and higher education; Chapter - 07: Further and higher education institutions; Chapter - 08: England and Wales; Chapter - 09: Scotland; Chapter - 10: Northern Ireland; Chapter - 11: Universities and HE colleges; Chapter - 12: Institutions receiving funding from higher education funding council for England; Chapter - 13: Institutions receiving funding from the department for employment and learning in Northern Ireland; Chapter - 14: Higher education institutions receiving funding from the Scottish funding council; Chapter - 15: Institutions receiving funding from the higher education funding council for Wales; Chapter - 16: Other HE organizations; Section - THREE: Qualifications; Chapter - 17: Introduction; Chapter - 18: Definition of common terms; Chapter - 19: Accrediting regulatory bodies; Chapter - 20: England; Chapter - 21: Scotland; Chapter - 22: Validating, examining and awarding bodies/organizations; Chapter - 23: ABC awards; Chapter - 24: AQA; Chapter - 25: ASDAN; Chapter - 26: City & guilds; Chapter - 27: Pearson (Edexcel, BTEC, EDI and LCCI); Chapter - 28: NCFE; Chapter - 29: OCR; Chapter - 30: WJEC; Section - FOUR: Qualifications awarded in universities; Chapter - 31: Admission to degree courses; Chapter - 32: Higher Education Institutes (HEIs); Chapter - 33: The Open University; Chapter - 34: Business schools; Chapter - 35: Awards; Chapter - 36: First degrees; Chapter - 37: Higher degrees; Chapter - 38: Foundation degrees; Chapter - 39: Honorary degrees; Chapter - 40: Diplomas and certificates of Higher Education; Chapter - 41: Postgraduate diplomas and certificates; Chapter - 42: Postgraduate courses; Chapter - 43: Business schools; Chapter - 44: First awards; Chapter - 45: Higher awards; Chapter - 46: Universities listings; Section - FIVE: Qualifications awarded by professional and trade associations; Chapter - 47: The functions of professional associations; Chapter - 48: Qualifications; Chapter - 49: Study; Chapter - 50: Protection of members' interests; Chapter - 51: Membership of professional associations; Chapter - 52: Qualifying associations; Chapter - 53: Examinations and requirements; Chapter - 54: Gaining professional qualifications; Chapter - 55: The professions - Listings; Section - SIX: Bodies accrediting independent institutions; Chapter - 56: The British accreditation council for independent further and higher education (BAC); Chapter - 57: The British council; Chapter - 58: The Open and Distance Learning Quality Council (ODLQC); Chapter - 59: The Council for Independent Further Education (CIFE); Section - SEVEN: Study associations and the learned societies; Chapter - 61: Occupational associations; Chapter - 62: List of study associations and learned societies; Chapter - 63: Index

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Book SynopsisBritish Qualifications 2020 is compiled and updated using details direct from the universities, professional institutes and awarding bodies to ensure that the book contains the most current, correct information available.Table of Contents Section - ONE: Introduction; Chapter - 01: Education reform; Chapter - 02: Foundation degrees; Chapter - 03: Policy and regulation; Chapter - 04: Quality assurance; Chapter - 05: Qualification frameworks; Section - TWO: Teaching establishments; Chapter - 06: Further and higher education; Chapter - 07: Further and higher education institutions; Chapter - 08: England and Wales; Chapter - 09: Scotland; Chapter - 10: Northern Ireland; Chapter - 11: Universities and HE colleges; Chapter - 12: Institutions receiving funding from higher education funding council for England; Chapter - 13: Institutions receiving funding from the department for employment and learning in Northern Ireland; Chapter - 14: Higher education institutions receiving funding from the Scottish funding council; Chapter - 15: Institutions receiving funding from the higher education funding council for Wales; Chapter - 16: Other HE organizations; Section - THREE: Qualifications; Chapter - 17: Introduction; Chapter - 18: Definition of common terms; Chapter - 19: Accrediting regulatory bodies; Chapter - 20: England; Chapter - 21: Scotland; Chapter - 22: Validating, examining and awarding bodies/organizations; Chapter - 23: ABC awards; Chapter - 24: AQA; Chapter - 25: ASDAN; Chapter - 26: City & guilds; Chapter - 27: Pearson (Edexcel, BTEC, EDI and LCCI); Chapter - 28: NCFE; Chapter - 29: OCR; Chapter - 30: WJEC; Section - FOUR: Qualifications awarded in universities; Chapter - 31: Admission to degree courses; Chapter - 32: Higher Education Institutes (HEIs); Chapter - 33: The Open University; Chapter - 34: Business schools; Chapter - 35: Awards; Chapter - 36: First degrees; Chapter - 37: Higher degrees; Chapter - 38: Foundation degrees; Chapter - 39: Honorary degrees; Chapter - 40: Diplomas and certificates of Higher Education; Chapter - 41: Postgraduate diplomas and certificates; Chapter - 42: Postgraduate courses; Chapter - 43: Business schools; Chapter - 44: First awards; Chapter - 45: Higher awards; Chapter - 46: Universities listings; Section - FIVE: Qualifications awarded by professional and trade associations; Chapter - 47: The functions of professional associations; Chapter - 48: Qualifications; Chapter - 49: Study; Chapter - 50: Protection of members' interests; Chapter - 51: Membership of professional associations; Chapter - 52: Qualifying associations; Chapter - 53: Examinations and requirements; Chapter - 54: Gaining professional qualifications; Chapter - 55: The professions - Listings; Section - SIX: Bodies accrediting independent institutions; Chapter - 56: The British accreditation council for independent further and higher education (BAC); Chapter - 57: The British council; Chapter - 58: The Open and Distance Learning Quality Council (ODLQC); Chapter - 59: The Council for Independent Further Education (CIFE); Section - SEVEN: Study associations and the learned societies; Chapter - 61: Occupational associations; Chapter - 62: List of study associations and learned societies; Chapter - 63: Index

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Book SynopsisAnastasia de Waal is director of I Can Be, a charity focused on breaking down barriers to opportunity for disadvantaged children and young people. Before setting up I Can Be, she was Deputy Director of think tank Civitas and Director of the Family and Education Unit. A qualified primary school teacher and a Trustee of national parenting support charity Family Lives, Anastasia de Waal has written a number of publications on education and family issues.Table of Contents Chapter - 00: Introduction; Section - ONE: Setting yourself up for success; Chapter - 01: CV building; Chapter - 02: Career planning; Chapter - 03: Work experience and internships; Chapter - 04: Further study; Section - TWO: Developing job-ready skills; Chapter - 05: Leadership and teamwork; Chapter - 06: Communication skills; Chapter - 07: Problem-solving; Chapter - 08: Industry knowledge; Section - THREE: Looking for a job; Chapter - 09: Systematic job hunting; Chapter - 10: Understanding what employers want; Chapter - 11: Social media, personal branding and self-promotion; Chapter - 12: Networking; Chapter - 13: Budgeting and money skills; Section - FOUR: Applying for a job; Chapter - 14: Creating a winning CV; Chapter - 15: Covering letters and application forms; Chapter - 16: Interviews; Chapter - 17: Assessment centres; Chapter - 18: Giving presentations; Chapter - 19: Getting an offer; Section - FIVE: Starting a job; Chapter - 20: Planning and preparation; Chapter - 21: Twenty questions about your first day answered; Chapter - 22: Making a good impression and building positive relationships; Chapter - 23: Planning your next move; Chapter - 24: Index

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Book Synopsis''Anyone who has ever wished they attended a top-ten MBA school now has an alternative. Silbiger''s The 10-Day MBA. It distils the basics of a top MBA programme. It''s interesting, informative and certainly cheaper. I recommend it!'' Tom Fischgrund, author of The Insider''s Guide to the Top Ten Business SchoolsA business classic, The 10-Day MBA provides an invaluable guide for all the people who do not have the time or resources to take a full-time business degree, or who require a short revision aid. Internationally acclaimed, this carefully structured and easy-to-read course will enable you to understand the concepts and jargon used in the business world without having to leave your desk. Here is your chance to become familiar with the key tools and theories taught at Harvard and Stanford and other leading business schools - in just ten days!

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Book Synopsis''One of the most extraordinary thinkers on leadership and management I have ever encountered'' - Sheryl SandbergForget the standard practices of leadership taught in business school -- all about compensation, command and control. This is a new model for how to inspire -- through purpose, principle and people. The Meaning Revolution is Fred Kofman''s call to arms for anyone who has ever felt unengaged at work and offers actionable advice for how we can all find more meaning and dignity whatever we do.Bringing together economics and conflict resolution, counselling and mindfulness, Kofman explains how our most deep-seated anxiety is that we are wasting our lives. The things that we think matter -- salaries and job titles -- actually only account for 15% of our motivation at work. The other 85% is about how we belong, feeling we make a difference, that we serve a purpose larger than ourselves. Transformative leadership is about helping emplTrade ReviewFred’s teachings changed my career and my life. He is one of the most extraordinary thinkers on leadership and management I have ever encountered. * Sheryl Sandberg, Facebook COO and founder of LeanIn.Org & OptionB.Org *Fred is one of the most enlightened people I’ve met in business. Over the last decade, he has consistently provided me insights that have changed the way I see myself and connect with others. The Meaning Revolution will do the same for you. * Jeff Weiner, CEO of LinkedIn *Kofman argues that vocational growth and personal growth are inextricable, and he is well positioned to make that argument. . . . You can’t read this book without asking yourself deep and invaluable questions about your life and your calling. * Robert Wright, senior lecturer at Princeton; author of THE EVOLUTION OF GOD, THE MORAL ANIMAL, NONZERO, and WHY BUDDHISM IS TRUE *The Meaning Revolution reminds us of the importance of moral authority, trust, compassion, and integrity for effective leadership. Well written and insightful, the book is a must-read for all those interested in leadership. * Drew Fudenberg (professor of economics, MIT) and Jean Tirole (Nobel Laureate in economics, Toulouse School of Economics); authors of GAME THEORY *As Fred Kofman makes brilliantly clear in The Meaning Revolution, real leadership is not about hitting your numbers—it’s about creating a culture of purpose and meaning, and inspiring others to realize that they can make a lasting difference in the world around them. * Arianna Huffington *Welcome to the rigorously reasoned, deeply heartfelt, and always enlightening mind of Fred Kofman. Trained as an economist, with stops along the way as a management professor and consultant, Fred’s official title at LinkedIn is vice president of executive development. But I have a shorter name for what he does. I call him the High Priest of Capitalism. * Reid Hoffman, founder and former chairman of LinkedIn; board member of Microsoft (from his introduction) *I believe culture needs to be about realizing personal passions and using the company as a platform to pursue those passions. Fred Kofman explores that notion even more deeply through vivid stories and truly profound reflections on business leadership and conscious capitalism. Read on! * Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft *Fred has accomplished a great feat. He has integrated rationality and spirituality to show how transcendent leadership is the key for humanity to prosper in peace. * John Mackey, founder and former CEO of Whole Foods *

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Book SynopsisSponsored by American College Personnel Association and NationalAssociation of Student Personnel Administrators Good Practice in Student Affairs expands on key practice standardsoutlined in a joint document sponsored by the American CollegePersonnel Association and the National Association of StudentPersonnel Administrators: The Principles of Good Practice forStudent Affairs. Based on the findings of the joint study group,this volume identifies the best practices in student affairs,presents research used to define the practices, and gives examplesof how to these principles in the field. This essential guide toeffective practice is for student affairs professionals on alltypes of campuses. Authors include leading scholars and experienced practitioners inthe fields of higher education and student affairs. They draw fromthe most current thinking and research to show how readers cantranslate principles for good practice into programs and servicesthat support curricular obTrade Review"A substantive follow-up and explanation of the Principles for GoodPractice project that provides thoughtful and practical directionto student learning, supported by relevant research and experience.I believe this book will become a standard reference for studentaffairs professionals, both old and new." (Arthur Sandeen, vicepresident for student affairs, University of Florida) "A well-written, timely book that is very much needed by theprofession. Its strength is connecting the practical application ofthe Principles for Good Practice project cosponsored by the ACPAand NASPA to student affairs work. Practitioners will find it veryhelpful in restructuring roles and programs to create powerfullearning communities. Well done!" (Dudley B. Woodard, Jr.,professor of higher education, University of Arizona) "A useful guide for any practitioner trying to understand how toput the Principles for Good Practice into action on their campus."(Margaret J. Barr, vice president, student affairs, NorthwesternUniversity)Table of ContentsIdentifying the Principles That Guide Student Affairs Practice (G.Blimling & E. Whitt). Engaging Students in Active Learning (M. Magolda). Helping Students Develop Coherent Values and Ethical Standards (J.Dalton). Setting the Bar High to Promote Student Learning (G. Kuh). Using Systematic Inquiry to Improve Performance (E. Pascarella& E. Whitt). Using Resources to Achieve Institutional Missions and Goals (L.Reisser & L. Roper). Forging Educational Partnerships That Advance Student Learning (C.Schroeder). Creating Inclusive Communities, Johnetta Cross Brazzell (L.Reisser). Using Principles to Improve Practice (G. Blimling & E. Whitt).

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Book SynopsisThis book offers a concise, readable, research-grounded synthesis of the special concerns mental health and other helping professionals need to address when working with men today, and explains a wealth of effective gender-specific approaches to assessment and intervention that result in more successful outcomes for male clients.Many more women than men seek counseling and therapy, and to some extent standard services have evolved in response to female styles of communicating and problem-solving. Practitioners frequently feel frustrated and baffled by their male clients because they seem unresponsive to treatment approaches that work so well for women. But many men benefit from therapy when practitioners understand male socialization and the ways men communicate and problem-solve.Too many men today are doing badly and are in real need of help. Almost half of America''s male children grow up in single parent homes headed by mothers, where they seldom have male mentors orTrade Review"Once again Dr. Glicken has approached an important subject that has remained in the shadows for far too long. While it is aimed at the clinical practitioner it is full of many observations and insights that will also help most social workers in myriad settings. I predict this important contribution to the field will be required reading for many years."—Daniel HuffBoise State UniversityTable of ContentsContents: Preface. Part I: The Serious Problems Experienced by Men. The Troubled Lives of Men. Male Development: Some Divergent Points of View. Working With Men to Ensure Good Physical Health. Male Bashing. Part II: Clinical Work With Men. A Gender-Specific Approach to Diagnosing Male Clients. Forming Therapeutic Relationships With Male Clients. A Model of Therapy for Men. Storytelling, Personal Coaching, Humor, Role Plays, Men's Groups, and Other Useful Approaches for Treating Men. Self-Help Groups With Men. Part III: Clinical Work With Violent Men. Clinical Work With Violent Male Youths. Clinical Work With Physically and Sexually Abusive Men. Treating Male Sexual Harassment and Workplace Violence. Part IV: Clinical Work With Men of Color: Special Concerns. Clinical Work With African-American Men. Clinical Work With Traditional and Newly Immigrated Latino Men (With Mina Garza). Clinical Work With Asian Men (With Steven Ino). Part V: Aging and Substance Abuse. Clinical Work With Male Substance Abusers. Working With Older Adult Male Clients. Part VI: The Future: Improving the Lives of Men. Changing the Way We Respond to Men. Female Therapists and Academics Respond.

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Book SynopsisThe purpose of this text is to organize the voluminous material on empathy in a coherent and practical manner, filling a gap that exists in the current therapeutic literature. Empathy in Counseling and Psychotherapy: Perspectives and Practices comprehensively examines the function of empathy as it introduces students and practitioners to the potential effectiveness of utilizing empathic understanding in the treatment process. Employing empathy with full recognition of its strengths and limitations promotes sound strategies for enhancing client development. As an integral component of the therapeutic relationship, empathic understanding is indispensable for engaging clients from diverse backgrounds. This cogent work focuses on understanding empathy from a wide range of theoretical perspectives and developing interventions for effectively employing the construct across the course of treatment. The book also presents a new approach for integrating empathy through a MulTable of ContentsContents: Preface. Part I: Empathy: Historical and Contemporary Perspectives and Practices in Counseling and Psychotherapy. The Meaning of Empathy in Counseling and Psychotherapy. Value of Empathy in Counseling and Psychotherapy. Part II: Empathy: Theoretical Orientations in Counseling and Psychotherapy. Theories of Counseling and Psychotherapy and Empathy. Person-Centered Therapy and Empathy. Psychoanalytic Therapy and Empathy. Self Psychology and Empathy. Part III:Empathy: A Multiple Perspective Approach in Counseling and Psychotherapy. Multiple Ways of Knowing and Empathy. Therapeutic Techniques and Empathy in Counseling and Psychotherapy. Therapeutic Techniques and Empathy in Group Counseling and Psychotherapy. Empathy in Counseling and Psychotherapy: A Case Study.

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Book SynopsisEvery year, thousands of college students invade Washington, D.C. and the fifty state capitals to volunteer as political interns. Unfortunately, they are rarely able to hit the ground running, lacking the tools to help them do so. The Insider''s Guide to Political Internships provides those tools. This volume contains practical, concise essays written by political professionals and scholars with extensive experience supervising internships, as well as advice from many former interns. The book highlights internships on Capitol Hill, at the White House, in the executive branch, at the state level, in the Congressional district office, and at non-profit groups.

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Book SynopsisMost people are familiar with the common image of the forensic scientist as depicted in popular television programs like CSI and in the movies. This book includes a total of 82 job profiles in this field. It features appendixes which include education and training resources, certification program listings, professional associations, and more.

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Book SynopsisSuitable for high school and college students, this book offers advice on their career options. It covers more than 60 college majors that are linked to 350 different career paths.

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Book SynopsisActivists are committed individuals who seek to correct perceived problems in society by educating the public, taking direct action, and urging government officials to act. This profiles 20 careers for motivated people who want to make a difference in a rewarding position.

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Book SynopsisThis is an essential resource for public, college, high school, and junior high school libraries; career centres; guidance offices; and other agencies involved with career exploration and planning. Along with revisions and updates, each article has been expanded to a new, more comprehensive format, and many new articles have been added.

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewIrena Chalmers knows more about the subject of working in the food world than any of the dozens of other experts we know. And what's amazing is that she has charmed and entranced so many of those dozens into helping her fill in all the remaining spaces, telling us about the things they know firsthand. Her book is a gentle guide to a hard-edged subject--warm and witty, stringing together ideas and advice like hundreds of sparkling beads on a string. Reference books are not really meant to be read from cover to cover, but this one casts an unexpected spell, and you'll find yourself staying up late--as did I--turning pages, immersed in Chalmers' graceful humor and good, practical sense. It almost made me wish I were back job-hunting again. -- Nach Waxman, owner/founder of Kitchen Arts & LettersIrena Chalmers is a culinary individualist and food publishing leader who continuously thinks outside the box. Inventing, owning, and running businesses, she questions standards, digs for facts and figures, explores new territory. Which is why this second volume of Food Jobs is chockablock with ever more inventive ideas for navigating a career in the food field--and she probably has volume three up her sleeve! -- Pamela Mitchell, food entrepreneur and former editor at Every Day with Rachael Ray, Saveur, Everyday Food, and Food & Wine magazinesGreat Food Jobs 2 is like having a food-career counselor in the palm of your hands. No one knows more than Irena Chalmers about the working world of food, and she spotlights both traditional and new opportunities for raising food passion to a professional level. Brava! -- Kate Heyhoe, Executive Editor, Global GourmetIf food is your passion but you want to make it your profession, this is the book you've been looking for. An extraordinary resource jam-packed with creative options and honest advice. -- Kathleen Flinn, author of The New York Times bestseller, The Sharper Your Knife, the Less You CryThis book is a revelation! Irena opens the larder door to an encyclopedia of specialized food occupations with solid research, wit and humor. Essential reading for all who share a passion for food. -- Susan Sykes Hendee PhD HAAC CCE CHEWitty, inspiring and full of new ideas, this companion book to Food Jobs will give you exciting ways to think about jobs. Chalmers gives new meaning to thinking out of the box, and fills the book with clever stories and lessons. Buy it if you already own the previous Food Jobs , as there's all new information here -- Dianne Jacob, author, Will Write for FoodHow does one learn about the myriad of career possibilities within the world of food? Meet Irena Chalmers. Ms. Chalmers (who really should consider changing her name to Charming) offers an enjoyable yet highly informative read in her latest creation. We are certainly all familiar with food, but are not equally familiar with where it all comes from, how it gets to us, how we are persuaded to choose one item over the other, why one is healthier than another, and how vast the foodservice industry. Great Food Jobs 2 is a career guide overflowing with factual information and personal reflections that will inspire and educate each and every reader. -- Chet Koulik, Registrar and former Director of Career Services, The Culinary Institute of AmericaIrena Chalmers's informative book is a masterful drawing of the curtain to reveal more food-related jobs than you ever imagined possible. Her joy in matchmaking people's interest in food with their other passions is genuine, and her light and engaging style makes for a fascinating and enjoyable read. A must-have for anyone contemplating a career in the food world. -- Richard Grausman, Founder & President, The Careers Through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP)Irena Chalmer is the ultimate food jobs matchmaker. Chalmer's marvelous book is a must-have for anyone thinking about a job in the culinary field as it is an excellent resource, brimming with wisdom and information. The reader is encouraged to follow their passion while using creativity and thought to land a dream job. With Chalmers' wit and humor the book makes for incredible reading as she delves into traditional food jobs as well as more rare occupations. Great Food Jobs 2 will inspire anyone to find the perfect culinary niche. -- Stella Fong, Wine and Food Educator, Writer, Former Chairperson of IACP Cookbook AwardsThis is a book that allows you to dream and makes the brilliant Irena Chalmers your fairy godmother. As executive director of Culinary Command, a program for retraining veterans for careers in food and hospitality, we have added Great Food Jobs 2 to our curriculum. It brings hope, wonder and just plain fun to answering the question, -- Chef David James Robinson, Founder/Executive Director, Culinary Command

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