Career Education

A century ago, it was a given that a woman with a college degree had to choose between having a career and a family. Today, there are more female college graduates than ever before, and more women want to have a career and family, yet challenges persist at work and at home. This book traces how generations of women have responded to the problem of balancing career and family as the twentieth century experienced a sea change in gender equality, revealing why true equity for dual career couples remains frustratingly out of reach.

Reimagine your future, adjust your efforts, jump into action and work for just ten more years before doing what the hell you want! Building a business can be confusing. Entrepreneurs aren't sure whether to keep control or delegate and automate, say yes or say no, work all hours or prioritise work-life balance. They take advice from all directions and wind up feeling overwhelmed and overworked without a finish line in sight.

Do you dream of being a full-time artist? This friendly, practical guide shows you how to make your dream a reality, with expert advice on everything from writing a business plan to pricing your work and raising your profile as an artist. Learn how to start taking commissions and ensure your long-term success.

Discover the unspoken rules for career success with this definitive guide to getting hired and getting ahead in any industry. We've all been sold the corporate lie. 'Put your head down, work hard, and everything will work out for you.' Right? WRONG. Put your head down, work hard and you're...

The eight principles in this book led the author from the lowest point in his working life at 26 years old to one of high acclaim and significant respect, in only 11 years. He became a Dr. of Philosophy, University Lecturer, and Author. Starting as a street sweeper.

This book is for you if you want to do meaningful work that pays well. If you want to make a big career change without going back to school or taking a step down. If you’ve often wondered if there could be more out there for you. Spoiler alert: There is!

Music mogul Rowena Krebs is now a legend - she’s even made it to the Hall of Fame. Her old rival, now best friend, Topaz Rossi, is the designer-clad top dog at American Magazines. Both women are happily married - and life seems sweet. But things are changing: Rowena senses a shift, both in business and maybe on the home front. Topaz knows her circulation figures are dropping but not what is wrong with her husband.

The career world has changed. So why are teens still being guided by outdated advice? Today’s students are expected to choose a path earlier than ever, often with limited information and a lot of pressure. “Just pick something” is not a plan. And guessing wrong can cost time, money, and momentum. The New Career Planning for Teens Guide helps you cut through the noise and figure out what actually fits. If you feel pressure to decide too fast or are unsure where to start, this guide walks you through the process step by step so you can make decisions with confidence.

This guide will assist the young adult in your life to answer many of the uncertainties of the future. Whether it be educational plans, financial strains, vocational choices, or preparation for adulthood, your daughter, son, or grandchild will experience some level of stress.

Two books in one powerful guide! Financial Freedom and Career Clarity gives teens and young adults the tools to master money, discover strengths, and plan a future they’ll love. Learn to budget, save, build credit, explore careers, and gain real-world experience—plus get two FREE printable workbooks to help you take action now.

How much longer will you stay at a job that you hate, wasting away your skills, your potential, and your life? Why do you remain stuck in your career, afraid to leave the spider web of a job that does not excite you and motivate you to show up each day? The answer is quite simple - most of us are afraid of change. Becoming unstuck professionally and pursuing your dreams doesn’t have to be incredibly difficult, threatening, or impossible. You’re capable of a lot more than you realize - right now! To seek your dream employment, you will simply need to start working on yourself.

This is an instruction manual that is easy to follow. Ife Thomas knows what it takes to reach physical fitness as she is a trained professional dancer. When you work out your mind the same way you work out your body you will become a peak performer. You will learn proven methods and techniques based on psycho-cybernetics, science, philosophy, physics and personal success principals. Each chapter will show you exactly what you must do to not only survive but thrive in your career and life.

This audiobook provides you with all the information you need to pass first time, since it focuses systematically on each of the assessment criteria in the unit. It provides a convenient means of accessing the information needed to complete the unit.

Told through the frame of a cross-country motorcycle journey, Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance explores its characters' search for spiritual meaning and peace in a technological, automated age. This audio study guide presents the same expert content - written by experienced teachers, professors, and literary scholars - in an easy-to-access audio format. SuperSummary study guides demonstrate an authoritative voice, present expert analysis, offer big picture ideas, and help listeners understand a work’s underlying meanings and conclusions.

In business and in life, handing over the reins to others is inevitable. Everyone will eventually leave their team, retire from being the CEO, or see their kids leave home and lead their own lives. Leading from the Jumpseat enables us to embrace this inevitability. Leading from the Jumpseat is a metaphor for how we can choose to lead.

The Road Map Every Student Needs for Life After GraduationGraduation is coming fast—and suddenly everyone wants to know what you’re doing next. College? A job? The military? A trade? A gap year? If you’re feeling pressured, unsure, or as if you’re supposed to have everything figured out by now, here’s the truth: You’re not behind—and you’re not alone. Big Steps!: Navigating Life After High School is a straight-talking guide for graduating seniors who want real answers—not lectures, clichés, or “just follow your passion” advice.

Fascinating facts and first-person accounts highlight some of the most interesting jobs that take place behind the scenes in the music industry. Get a glimpse at what it takes to make it as a songwriter, producer, manager, and more and find out what goes on behind the glamour.

Fascinating facts and first-person accounts highlight some of the most interesting jobs that take place behind the scenes in professional sports. Get a glimpse at what it takes to make it as a coach, team physician, sportscaster, and more and find out what goes on behind the glamour.

Fascinating facts and first-person accounts highlight some of the most interesting jobs that take place behind the scenes in the entertainment industry. Get a glimpse at what it takes to make it as a talent agent, location scout, casting director, and more and find out what goes on behind the glamour

Do you feel prepared for the upcoming years ahead? Are you struggling to determine what the next best steps to take are? As a teen or parent of a teen, chances are, you have been doing a lot of questioning and reflecting on the future. Now is a time of rapid growth and change that lays the groundwork for the next decade and beyond. If you are looking for ways to gain a stronger understanding of who you are, what you want, and which strategies to implement going forward, look no further than Career Planning for Teens: Smart Questions, Bright Future.