Here you will find career-related books and websites that can help you to get clear on your career path, in your job search strategy, networking, and other areas related to careers.
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Release Your Brilliance: The Four Steps to Transforming Your Life and Revealing Your Genius to the World, by Simon Bailey (2008). New York, NY: HarperCollins
From Average to Awesome: Lessons for Liviing an Extraordinary Life, by Jim Smith, Jr. (2008). Alexandria, VA: ASTD Press
Goal Setting: How to Create an Action Plan and Achieve Your Goals, by Susan B. Wilson and Michael S. Dobson (2008). New York, NY: AMACOM
Smarts: Are We Hardwired for Success? by Chuck Martin, Peg Dawon, Ed. D., and Richard Guare, Ph. D. (2007). New York, NY: AMACOM
Reinvention: How to Make the Rest of Your Life Your Best Life, by Brian Tracy (2009). New York, NY: AMACOM
The Power of Positive Attitude: Discovering the Key to Success, by Roger Fritz (2008). New York, NY: AMACOM
Your Personal Renaissance: 12 Steps to Finding YourLife’s True Calling, by Diane Dreher 2008). Philadephia, PA: Da Capo Press, Perseus Books Group
The Greatness Guide (Powerful Secrets for Getting to World Class), by Robin Sharma (2006). New York, NY: Harper Collins
CAREER EXPLORATION AND DECISION MAKING
150 Great Tech Prep Careers, Second Edition (2009). New York, NY: Ferguson Publishing
Encyclopedia of Careers and Vocational Guidance, 14th Edition (2008). New York, NY: Ferguson Publishing
Career Opportunities in the Energy Industry, by Allan Taylor and James Robert Parish (2008). New York, NY: Ferguson Publishing
Top Careers in Two Years: Health Care, Medicine and Science, by Deborah Porterfield (2008). New York, NY: Ferguson Publishing
Real World Careers: Why College is Not the Only Path to Becoming Rich, by Betsy Cummings (2007). New York, NY: Warner Business Books
Be A Sales Superstar: 21 Great Ways to Sell More, Faster, Easier in Tough Markets, by Brian Tracy (2002). San Francisco, CA: Berrett-Koehler Publishers, Inc.
The Top 100: The Fastest-Growing Careers for the 21st Century, 4th Edition (2008). New York, NY: Ferguson Publishing
The Career Chronicles: An Insider’s Guide to What Jobs are Really Like. The Good, the Bad and the Ugly from over 750 Professionals, by Michael Gregory (2008). Novato, CA: New World Library
Discovering Careers for Your Future: Computers, Second Edition (2008). New York, NY: Ferguson Publishing
Professional Practice 101: Business Strategies and Case Studies in Architecture, by Andrew Pressman (2006). Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons
SUCCESSFUL JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES
What Color is Your Parachute? 2009: A Practical Manual for Job-Hunters and Career-Changers, by Richard Nelson Bolles (2009). Berkeley, CA: Ten Speed Press
Job Search Bloopers: Every Mistake You Can Make on the Road to Career Suicide…and How to Avoid Them, by Laura DeCarlo and Susan Guarneri (2008). Franklin Lakes, NJ: Career Press
Career Game Championship…and how to win, by Larry J. Linden with Joseph Parker (2008). Bloomington, IN: Trafford Publishing
The Career Coward’s Guide to Job Searching: Sensible Strategies for Overcoming Job Search Fears, by Katy Piotrowski (2009). Indianapolis, IN: JIST Works
Job Search: The Total System. Achieve Your Better Job…Better Pay…Better Life!, by Kenneth M. Dawson and Sheryl N. Dawson (2008). Houston, TX: Total Career Resources
Job Search Navigator: Preparing for Your Voyage, Charting Your Course and Sailing Away, revised by Linda A. Henderson and Martha D. Adamson
RESUMES AND COVER LETTERS THAT GET RESULTS
The Career Coward’s Guide to Resumes: Sensible Strategies for Overcoming Job Search Fears, by Katy Piotrowski (2008). Indianapolis, IN: JIS T Works
Expert Resumes for Baby Boomers, by Wendy S. Enelow and Louise M. Kursmark (2007). Indianapolis, IN: JIST Works
30-Minute Resume Makeover: Rev up your old resume in half and hour, by Louise Kursmark (2008). Indianapolis, IN: JIST Works
Top Notch Executive Resumes: Creating Flawless Resumes for Managers, Executives, and CEO’s, by Katharine Hansen (2008). Franklin Lakes, NJ: Career Press
Portfolio Power: The Most Effective Way to Showcase your skills and Experience, 4th Edition, by Martin Kimeldorf (2008). Tumwater, WA: SearchInc Press
Expert Resumes for Engineers, by Wendy S. Enelow and Louise M. Kursmark (2009). Indianapolis, IN: JIST Works
Best Keywords for Resumes, Cover Letters and Interviews, by Wendy S. Enelow (2003). Manassas Park, VA: Impact Publications
Resumes for the Rest of Us: Secrets from the Pros for Job Seekers With Unconventional Career Paths, by Arnold Boldt (2008). Franklin Lakes, NJ: Career Press
CAREERS FOR DIFFERENT LIFE STAGES
Boomers Job Search Guide: You’re Not Old You’re Experienced, by Saundra Marling & Jill Pfaff Waterbury (2008). boomerjobsearch.net
Not Everyone Gets a Trophy: How to Manage Generation Y, by Bruce Tulgan (2009). San Francisco, CA: Josesey-Bass
The Joy of Retirement: Finding Happiness, Freedom, and the Life You’ve Always Wanted, by David C. Borchard with Patricia A. Donohoe (2008). New Yor, NY: AMACOM
Working Longer: New Strategies for Managing, Training, and Retaining Older Employees, by William J. Rothwell, Harvey L. Sterns, Diane Spokus, and Joel M. Reaser (2008). New York, NY: AMACOM
Generations at Work (Managing the Clash of Veterans, Boomers, Xers, and Nexters in Your Workplace), by Ron Zemke, Claire Raines, Bob Filipczak (2000). New York, NY: AMACOM
Return of the Boomers, a Leader’s Guide: Crossing the Bridge to the Future with the Help of the Mature Workforce, by Carleen MacKay, Phil Newbold, and Brad Taft (2009). Scottsdale, AZ: Cambridge Media
Igniting Gen B and Gen V: The New rules of Engagement for Boomers, Veterans, and Other Long-Termers on the Job, by Nancy S. Ahlrichs (2007). Mountain View, CA: Davies-Blake Publishing
CAREERS FOR SPECIAL POPULATIONS
The Christian’s Career Journey: Finding the Job God Designed for You, by Susan Britton Whitcomb (2008). Indianapolis, IN: JIST Works
Winning Letters that Overcome Barriers to Employment: 12 Quick and Easy Steps to Land Job Interviews, by Daniel Porot and Frances Bolles Haynes (2006). Manassas Park, VA: Impact Publications
Pitch Like a Girl: How a Woman Can Be Herself and Still Succeed, by Ronna Lichtenberg (2005). New York, NY: Rodale Books
Overcoming Barriers to Employment: 127 Great Tips for Putting Red Flags Behind You, by Ron and Caryl Krannich (2006). Manassas Park, VA: Impact Publications
Birthing the Elephant – the Womans Go-For-It! Guide to Overcoming the Big Challenges of Launching a Business, by Karin Abarbanel and Bruce Freeman (2008). Berkely, CA: Ten Speed Press
Asperberger Syndrome and Employment: A Personal Guide to Succeeding at Work, by Nick Dubin featuring Gail Hawkins (2007). London, UK: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
The Successful Introvert: How to Enhance Your Job Search and Advance Your Career, by Wendy Goldberg (2008). Cupertino, CA: HappyAbout.info
CAREERS FOR TEENS AND RECENT GRADUATES
Career Ideas for Kids Who Like Talking, Second Edition, by Diane Lindsey Reeves with Lindsey Clasen (2007). New York, NY: Ferguson Publishing
College Majors & Careers: A Resource Guide for Effective Life Planning, by Paul Phifer (2009). New York, NY: Ferguson Publishing
A Fork in the Road: A Career Planning Guide for Young Adults, by Susan Maltz & Barbara Grahn (2003). Manassas Park, VA: Impact Publications
Great Careers with a High School Diploma, (2008). New York, NY: Infobase Publishing
The Virtual Apprenticeship Series, (2008). New York, NY: Ferguson Publishing