Unsolicited Career Advice

short, actionable career advice for young professionals

Why This Book?

The workplace can be brutal and lonely. 

You may be part of a team, but the 21st-century workplace is an individual sport. Your manager will talk about how you’re all one part of a big family but you’re responsible for yourself. 

"Unsolicited Career Advice" is your personal mentor in a digital format, offering a fresh perspective and cutting through the noise of traditional career advice. I have written about the advice and guidance I needed when I started out about 15 years ago all the while asking myself “Is this actionable enough”?

Here's what sets this book apart:

• A fresh perspective: Unlike traditional career advice books, this book offers a candid and unconventional approach, challenging outdated norms and providing actionable strategies for success in today's dynamic workplace.
• Concise and actionable advice: No fluff, no jargon – just clear, concise, and practical advice that you can implement immediately to see results.
• Real-world examples: Benefit from real-life anecdotes, templates, and case studies that illustrate the principles discussed, making the advice practical and relatable. 
  

Who Should Read This Book?

• Recent graduates entering the workforce
• Young professionals seeking to advance their careers
• Anyone feeling lost or overwhelmed in their current job
• Individuals looking to improve their professional skills and knowledge 
  

What You'll Learn

This book is packed with valuable insights and actionable advice, including:

• Mastering the Job Search: Crafting a killer resume, applying for jobs when there is no opening, and acing interviews.
• Thriving in Your Job: Learning the basics of office politics, planning your career to remain relevant, taking charge of your career training, etc.
• Accelerating Your Career Growth: Setting goals, learning to fail, deciding to stay or leave, managing stress and anxiety.

This book is perfect for you if you're ready to take control of your career and unlock your full potential.

Table of Contents

Introduction

PART 1

Getting a Job

• Chapter 1: Apply for Jobs You DON'T Qualify for
• Chapter 2: How to Apply For Jobs When There's No Opening [Sample Email Inside👇🏻]
• Chapter 3: Getting a Job is a Job.
• Chapter 4: How to Answer the Interview Question: "Tell Us About Yourself"
• Chapter 5: How to Search for Jobs on LinkedIn.
• Chapter 6: 5 Company Red Flags to Look Out for.
• Chapter 7: What Should a Good CV Contain?
• Chapter 8: How to Answer Guestimation Questions.
• Chapter 9: How to Follow Up After An Interview.

PART 2

Succeeding at your job

• Chapter 10: Performance + Politics = Promotion.
• Chapter 11: Do you REALLY need an MBA to Advance Your Career?
• Chapter 12: Reid Hoffman's ABZ Model of Career Planning.
• Chapter 13: How to Beat Procrastination Using the Pomodoro Technique.
• Chapter 14: Your Company Won't Train You. That's Your Responsibility.
• Chapter 15: ​​To stay or to resign?
• Chapter 16: Office Politics for Those Who Hate Politics.

PART 3
Reflections and Lessons

• Chapter 17: The End-of-Year Planning that Changed My Career.
• Chapter 18: Aim to Fail 100 Times.
• Chapter 19: 10 career lessons.
• Chapter 20: I'm 25 & I feel lost professionally. What should I do?

$9.99 launch offer for Jan 2025 or the first 100 sales (whichever comes first); $15 thereafter.

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