Welcome to the Professional World
Welcome to the Professional World

Author: GARY R. MARTIN

Publisher: Cognella Academic Publishing

Published: 2015-01-06

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781631899461

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Welcome to the Professional World: Success Principles for Entering the Workforce teaches students the kind of professionalism they need to know in order to transition from school to work. The book coaches them in success-oriented fundamentals.A collection of notes, resources, and short essays, the book is based on interviews with those who are new to the workforce along with their supervisors. The material gives aspiring professionals insight into the workplace. It spares them the kind of embarrassment that comes from making basic behavioral mistakes in a professional setting.This new, updated edition includes important information on benefits and financial planning, extensive bulleted "dos and don'ts", e-mail ethics and efficacy, a section on work-life balance, and information on romances in the workplace.Filled with useful advice, Welcome to the Professional World is an excellent resource for any course that prepares students to leave the classroom and enter the next phase of their working lives whether as recent high school graduates or as post-graduate school skilled professionals.

Welcome to the Real World
Welcome to the Real World

Author: Lauren Berger

Publisher: Harper Collins

Published: 2014-04-22

Total Pages: 168

ISBN-13: 0062307312

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The essential book every workplace novice needs—a smart, practical, and fun guide to help them navigate the minefield of personalities, learn to work with their boss, identify priorities, and ultimately kick butt at their first job. It’s a challenging time to be young and new in the workplace. Your parents can’t help—the rules have all changed, and faster than guide books can keep up. In Welcome to the Real World, career expert and entrepreneur Lauren Berger arms a new generation of workers like you with the tools you need to succeed. She feels your pain. She’s been in your shoes. Just a few years ago, she was you. In a world defined by uncertainty, she argues you need to be bold, take risks, and understand your value. She shows you how to think of your job as a link that will eventually connect you to the opportunity of your dreams. It’s time to get comfortable getting uncomfortable, she advises. Her essential handbook tells you everything you should know to make the most of your first on-the-job experience, including how to: Think about “The Big Picture” Deal with rejection Effectively manage your time Navigate “sticky situations” in the office and communicate with different personality types Embrace entrepreneurship regardless of position, rank, or title Organize your financial situation and personal life Get promoted and (one day) take your boss’ job!

Welcome to the Real Working World
Welcome to the Real Working World

Author: Frank G. Doerger

Publisher: Stoddart

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781575440521

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The workplace is a strange and complex universe for many of today's young people who enter it without the basic skills they need to operate effectively in their new environment. This book presents practical advice on how to handle countless workplace and business/social situations, with tips on resume preparation, interviewing, professional etiquette, setting priorities, and more.

Welcome to the Real World
Welcome to the Real World

Author: John Henry Weiss

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2014-03-04

Total Pages: 424

ISBN-13: 1629140252

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Are you still looking for that perfect job six months after graduating from college? Are you also still firing off hundreds of resumes from your parents’ house with little or no results? Then you need the real-world advice of executive recruiter John Henry Weiss. In Welcome to the Real World, Weiss provides much-needed guidance to recent college graduates seeking their first jobs in the real world of work. Weiss explains that companies do not hire resumes. They hire candidates who make the effort to build personal relationships. He discusses the importance of leaving the house to find employers at venues such as job fairs, trade shows, and conferences, and even Starbucks. Weiss points out that work is a means to getting out on your own, and he offers encouraging advice and tips for how to do just that, such as: Establishing a home office for job hunting Using social media effectively to find employers and increase your chances of getting hired Dressing appropriately for job interviews Starting your own business Targeting companies that value the skill sets of returning military personnel Evaluating and negotiating job offers And much more! Welcome to the Real World is not only the ultimate career guide for finding your first job, but also for understanding the real world of work, and for beginning the rest of your life.

Welcome to the Real World
Welcome to the Real World

Author: Stevan F Williamson

Publisher: Xulon Press

Published: 2023-10-03

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781662884825

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Your first step into corporate life is filled with excitement and uncertainties. Welcome to the Real World, provides encouragement and practical tips to prepare you for success. You'll learn the critical actions and key behaviors you need to succeed in the corporate world. If you are a university student or young professional just starting your career, this book is for you! "Welcome to the Real World contains excellent advice for anyone starting their first professional job. Steve gives you the tools, knowledge, and confidence to succeed. I encourage you to purchase this book, read it, and apply it." - JAY CROTTS, EVP and Group CIO, Shell "Steve's extraordinary expertise makes this book a veritable masterclass for those entering the workforce. His leadership, experience, and wisdom ensure that investment in this book amplifies your chances of achieving lasting success in the corporate world." - REV. MARK BROWN, CEO, West Houston Assistance Ministries "Welcome to the Real World, is a product of Steve's passion for investing in young adults to improve their chances of success in the corporate world. If you're looking for tips on success, I highly recommend this book." - RICH METTERS, Department Head, Information & Operations Management, Mays Business School, Texas A&M University "Steve helped me transition from college to my first professional job. Welcome to the Real World provides insight into Steve's wisdom and access to that coach and mentor that you've always wanted. I encourage any university student or new hire to invest in this book, it will positively impact your career and leave a lasting impression on your heart." - BREANNA BANSAL, Portfolio Manager, Shell Stevan Williamson has enjoyed a successful career as a global leader at Shell, one of the largest companies in the world. He's a frequent speaker on topics such as Leadership, Personal Development, and Tips for Success. He holds a Bachelor of Science from Texas A&M University, a Master of Science from Southern Methodist University, and Leadership certifications from Rice University. He continues to serve as an advisor and officer on multiple church, community, and university boards.