I like to keep my "Recommended Reading" list purposely short. I personally know most of the
following authors and their books. The others speak for themselves:
1. JobShift by William Bridges.
This is the guidebook for work in the 21rst century. Bridges helps us see clearly that our
old concept of jobs is disappearing. Society, companies and individuals must prepare for a new world without jobs.
2. The Adult Years by Frederic Hudson.
The founder of the Fielding Institute shows the power in each of us to make life curse changes,
to become unstuck, to develop new skills, and achieve a life of continuous potential.
3. What Color Is Your Parachute? by Richard Bolles.
Bolles offers a completely new book for this uncertain job market, laying out a simple,
step-by-step plan for finding meaningful work and mission despite our economy's jobless recovery.
4. Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson, M.D.
It is a simple parable that reveals profound truths about change
5. The Knock 'em Dead Career Books by Martin Yate.
This is a proven reference for building exceptional job-hunting skills
6. Negotiating Your Salary: How To Make $1,000 A Minute by Jack Chapman.
The most practical down to earth salary and raise manual that I've run across.
7. Don't Retire, Rewire, by Jeri Sedlar and Rick Miners.
This book is valuable guides to those who want o keep working but don't want the same old job.
It helps you determine what kind of work suits your interests and guides you through process finding
that special position.
8. What Should I Do With the Rest Of My Life? by Po Bronson.
This book will support anyone pondering a major life choice or risk without force-feeding them pat solutions.
9. The 100 Best Businesses To Start When You Don't Want to Work hard Anymore by Lisa Rogak.
In brief easy to digest sections, each business listed includes a concise description, why it's
perfect for middle ages or retired person, skills and investment required, and where to find more information.
10.Ready Aim Hired By Fred Coon.
This book takes you step by step through a job search; from preparing the campaign to how to position
yourself, to how to capture the next great career opportunity.
11. 201 Best Questions To Ask On Your Interview by John Kador.
To really shine in your job interview and get that dream job, the questions you ask must be at
least as memorable as the answers you give.
12. Power Networking by Donna Fisher & Sandy Vilas.
This practical inspiring book will teach you the secrets of creating a powerful personal and
professional network.
13. Words That Change Minds by Shelle Rose Charvet.
Shelle illustrates, in clear language, those factors that will motivate people (how to sell and manage).
14. Networking Magic by Rick Frishman and Jill Lublin.
This book is a revolutionary concept that shows you how to find the best in all aspects of life.
Whether you're looking for the most lucrative job, the highest-rated child care facility, the leading
medical specialist-and virtually anything else-this is the one book that gets you on the inside
track to the top experts, the highest quality services, and the least-expensive products.
All can be obtained online from Amazon.com
or your local bookstore. Also try Career
Trainer.
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