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Body of work : finding the thread that ties your story together
Title:
Body of work : finding the thread that ties your story together
Author:
Slim, Pamela
ISBN:
9781591846192
Publication Information:
New York : Portfolio/Penguin, c2013
Physical Description:
240 p. ; 21 cm
General Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index
Abstract:
"These days it's increasingly rare to have a stable career in any field. More and more of us are blending big company jobs, startup gigs, freelance work, and volunteer side projects. We take chances to expand our knowledge, capabilities, and experience. But how do we make sense of that kind of career-and explain it? Pamela Slim, the acclaimed author of Escape from Cubicle Nation, gives us the tools to have meaningful careers in this new world of work. She shows how to find the connections among diverse accomplishments, sell your story, and continually reinvent and relaunch your brand"
Subject:
Career development
Job satisfaction
Success in business
Vocational qualifications
Expertise
Summary:
"These days it's increasingly rare to have a stable career in any field. More and more of us are blending big company jobs, startup gigs, freelance work, and volunteer side projects. We take chances to expand our knowledge, capabilities, and experience. But how do we make sense of that kind of career-and explain it? Pamela Slim, the acclaimed author of Escape from Cubicle Nation, gives us the tools to have meaningful careers in this new world of work. She shows how to find the connections among diverse accomplishments, sell your story, and continually reinvent and relaunch your brand"