Career Wisdom

Career Wisdom
John M. McKee
Wheatmark
ISBN: 978-1-58736-828-8
Non-Fiction, Career
Reviewed by Dr. Tami Brady

What is your career plan? Don’t have one? Are you just hoping that the right job will land in your lap? Do you believe that your current employer is going to suddenly recognize your efforts and hand you a big fat raise?
Finding and keeping a really great job that is fulfilling, suits your skill set, and pays well is difficult. The marketplace is filled with jobs that seem great until you meet that overbearing boss, need to ask for a raise, or want to move up in the company. The only sure thing about career success is that if you wait for it to happen to you, you’re going to be waiting for a long, long time. Being successful at anything requires vision, effort, and perseverance.
Career Wisdom contains a good mixed bag of tips for those looking to improve their employment prospects. The book covers information on how to deal with bad bosses and office politics, including when you should start looking for another job. Most importantly, much of this book looks at career planning as well as honestly assessing your strength and weaknesses. Career Wisdom is a nice short to the point resource that can be read during your next lunch hour.