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Praise and reviews: '...By reading this book you have a better understanding of the police service and how it operates...of the issues involved in policing and what the challenges really are' - Richard Winterton, Chief Executive, Police Skills & Standards Organisation. The police service is undergoing rapid change as it adapts to face the challenges of modern life. "Careers and Jobs In the Police Service" details these changes and provides practical advice on how to gain entry, the personal qualities required and describes the numerous career possibilities on offer - from local beat to cid, from fast-track promotion to civilian support roles. Illustrated by real life case studies, this book provides: job descriptions and entry routes; training and qualifications; practice examples of the police recruitment tests; and, where to look for further information. Complete with information on pay and conditions, equal opportunities policies and essential contact details, this book is an invaluable guide for anyone considering a career with the police. ... Read more

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This training program for teachers and carers assesses ASD students' strengths and abilities, fears and challenges and helps them acquire the skills necessary for a smooth transition from school to employment. The authors give guidance on developing life skills for employability and independent living, for example, hygiene, time and money management, communication skills, decision-making and setting and achieving realistic goals. They also clearly define the role of parents, job coaches and employers and stress that students are empowered by appropriate support from collaborative, informed teams. The career program enables students to find out about and explore career options, know how and where to search for a job and how to understand job advertisements. The sections on career preparation include strategies for writing resumes, filling in application forms, compiling career portfolios and conduct at interviews. The authors also cover topics such as punctuality and appropriate behavior in the workplace itself. This practical teaching resource is packed with lesson plans, implementation procedures, interactive activities and photocopiable worksheets, and the course can be taught over one year or three years. ... Read more

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'A Teetering Balance' provides an inside view of an American diplomat atwork. The author details his experiences representing the U.S. Government inthe Congo, Madagascar and the Comoros. Anecdotes are also provided on other aspects of his25year career as a Foreign Service Officer. Mr. Boudreau depicts the politicalclimate in Africa, pitting the East versus the West during the heightof the Cold War, (1960s-1980s). Among the included episodes are: whitemercenary rebellion, missionaries at risk, Angolan liberation movements,devastating natural disasters, initiating contact with a relatively unknowncountry, denying Soviet military access to bases and effecting attitude changeswithin a Marxist Government. The book is a real life treatment of how a diplomatdeals with issues and problems, involving all levels of government, includingpresidents and other leaders.As the title suggests, the author was caught in a dilemma with sometimecontradictory forces tugging at him. Advancing one's career in the ForeignService can be incompatible with the best interests of family. Mr. Boudreauexplains how he managed to take care of his family while still providing qualityservice to the U.S. Government. ... Read more

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Worth Reading
All too often one is exposed to the glamour of the life of a diplomat. This book is an insightful look into the work-a-day world of an American diplomat. Well worth the read.

2 THUMBS UP!!!!
An extremely well-documented account of Mr. Boudreau's incredulous career intertwined with deep concern for caring forhis family in a foreign, often hostile environment.Book is untinged by prejudice of any kind; has many down-to-earth insights.As I read each chapter I was amazed at the tasks Mr. Boudreau was assigned,which would intimidate most most men.
His diplomacy rose to the occasion over and over again, solving potential crisis and disaster.I admire his wife, Dailyn, for accompanying her husband to Africa and other places he was assigned to,having her children with her etc. and placing herself in possible dangerous situations, yet having the guts to "stand by her man" and assist in any and all ways she could.I have recommended Mr. Boudreau's book to many of my friends and family.Very educational, emotional, often times humorous, and a valid account of history. ... Read more

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FROM THE NATIONAL BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF BRAND WARFAREA genuine winner shows you how to stand out from the crowdAs CEO of John Hancock Financial Services and the bestselling author of Brand Warfare, David D'Alessandro knows plenty about breaking away from the pack. In Career Warfare, this ultimate insider tells the true story of how he learned the unwritten rules of corporate ladder climbing.

In his signature, outspoken style, D'Alessandro offers concrete advice on building a reputation that commands respect, coping with office politics, and surviving the less-than-sane aspects of any organization. He explains why only 20 percent of the people in a given corporation are truly valuable to the organization, demonstrates the right way to polish the boss's image and prevent the boss from tarnishing the reader's, and provides valuable lessons in the etiquette of reputation building.

Through engaging, often-hilarious stories drawn from his own dramatic climb to the top, David D'Alessandro speaks to success-oriented readers at every level and explains:

• How to make people want to take a chance on them
• How to gain and keep a great reputation
• Why success will not proceed in a rational manner
• Why hard work and accomplishment aren't enough
• What character has to do with it

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Best Investment You Will Ever Make In Your Career!
I read this book just before I started my MBA along with several other books, but this was by far the most impactful.I have used tips and tricks from this book in my interviews, in my interactions with classmates, interactions with my faculty, and interactions with my recruiting contacts.Most of all, it helped me find a long-term job after B-school.

No matter what career you are in, the lessons from this book will allow you to manage office politics, and manage your own career much more effectively.This is a must-have as you move up through the management ranks.

Good Luck!

Very smart, honest book
After 20 years in a very competitive global financial institution, I only WISH this book had come out 10 years ago.I am now in a highly visible and quite senior role, and this book rings ever so true.Though it sugar coats nothing, the insights and advice are not cynical, whatever your level in the organization.Even its occasionally Machiavellian bent is (sadly) realistic.The only thing I would caution: the whole premise of the book is that success is defined as amassing more power and more wealth.If you are not motivated by power and wealth, this book will not resonate.That said, for most I suspect, it is well worth the 2-3 hours of reading time!

The Art of Warfare
This book is gold for any employee. And it's worth its weight in diamonds for any business owner.

Running your own company makes you most of the time thinking about your clients, your finance and yourself. Then there are also your employees that do the job for you. Wrong! They are aware of their career just like you are aware of your own company.

This book gives you great advise about building a career and for anyone being at the top of the company already, it makes you recognize talent. So, unless you're somebody who wants to keep your current job for the next 30 years, grab a copy of this book!

The Ultimate Career Guide (really!)
This is one of those few business books that you can read more than once. D'Alessandro makes one key point with this book - you don't get to the top by being great, but by not screwing up. This point is made through countless stories that he tells about his career.

D'Alessandro is not arrogant, like many (if not most) other business authors. Rather, he is hilarious. I lost count at how many times I laughed so hard, interrupted my wife, and related a story from this book. This is what I want out of a career guide - a book that conveys it's point so well, and in many different ways, that you can't help but to remember it.

If you work in the real world, and need a career guide (trust me, you do), then this book is for you. I have recommended it to others several times, and have been thanked often for the referrals.

Great advice for anyone
I have read this book twice and have also recommended it for Managers working on my team as well. David D'Alessandro presents great advice for anyone in any business environment about building and maintaining your reputation or brand. The person's on my team who have read it are also big fans. I recommend this book for anyone in business - especially anyone out there who subscribes to the "I am the way I am, and my colleagues need to learn to accept me for who I am" way of thinking - I would say this one is especially for you. No matter where or when, you are constantly being evaluated by your co-workers, higher ups, and those that work for you. This book helps make sure you understand that reality, and provides context and serious, useful advice on how you can leverage the environment to your advantage. If you are just entering the marketplace - you should absolutely buy it now. I would recommend for anyone who has been around for a while as well. I read a lot of business books - I have always found this one valuable and am always recommending or buying it for members of my organization. ... Read more

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Social networking sites such as Facebook and Bebo are going from strength to strength - used by every member of the population under the age of 30, and now extending rapidly into higher age brackets. These sites are developing ever wider applications, and are often used for business as well as purely social purposes. This book explains how the networking process works, and demonstrates how it can be used to promote career and business success. The areas covered include: the use of online profiles and profiling for networking, recruitment, and business communication purposes; techniques to build online personal and business brands; the use of networks for coaching purposes; the use of online word-of-mouth to promote goods and services; and much, much more. ... Read more

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This handbook seeks to make the task of online job hunting and using the World Wide Web for careers guidance a much easier task. It shows how to use the Web for: self assessment and psychometric testing; researching potential careers; company information and employee profiles; jobs advertised in national and international newspapers; online recruitment agencies and job vacancies. It discusses relevant URLs and includes tips and advice on electronic applications and preparing electronic CVs. ... Read more

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The nursing profession is undergoing considerable change and training is constantly being upgraded. This book provides information and advice on the structure of the nursing profession, necessary qualifications and career prospects. Outlines of jobs in allied professions are also given, including: speech and occupational therapy, dietetics, social work, radiography and dental surgery work. The roles of the district nurse and health visitor are also considered, along with the possibilities of employment abroad. It also lists training course information, and addresses of organizations to help the reader further. ... Read more

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This handbook gives comprehensive details of the wealth of free careers information available. In addition, and for the first time, it includes those organizations which offer information for a nominal charge. Listings are presented under careers headings, enabling the reader to refer quickly and simply to all the possible sources of information in the area most relevant to them. New information includes: booklets and illustrated brochures; posters and display materials; audio visual materials for loan; visiting speakers and career representatives. ... Read more

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If you enjoy being with children and young people and are willing to learn as you go, you could find working with them a worthwhile and rewarding profession. This book looks at the growing number of opportunities there are for working with young people outside the areas of teaching, social work and healthcare. Giving information on a broad range of jobs, from working in playgroups, nurseries and residential homes to youth training, careers advice and juvenile justice work, it should help you to decide, whether you are entering or re-entering the world of work, if a career working with young people is for you. Clearly describing the jobs available in this expanding area of employment, this fully revised and updated edition gives you up-to-the-minute advice while case studies show you exactly what people in various jobs actually do. With advice on getting into the profession, developing your career, and with contact addresses and information on useful courses, the book is the ideal starting point for anyone wanting a rewarding career in this diverse field. ... Read more

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Worth every penny!
This book is a must for all people thinking of taking up a career in any childcare field.It delves into almost every job you can think of, and informs the reader honestly about what the job entails. It gives usefulcase studies of real childcare workers such as a Nursery Nurse or a Youthworker and you get to hear what they think of the job.It also givesuseful advice on what qualifications you will need to do the job.Worthevery penny! ... Read more

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With all the career options in social work and human services, the right path or the best place to start may seem difficult to find. Many Paths, One Purpose identifies fifteen different career tracks in social work and human services and presents testimonials from professionals in each track. This comprehensive resource will be invaluable to individuals considering a career in social work or human services and those already in the profession. ... Read more

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Separate your business from the rest by upgrading your service approach to a premium level. UPGRADE was written to help you obtain a highly regarded reputation by implementing The Seven Premium Principles Of Customer Service. Reward your clientele with excellence in every transaction. Behold the power of the UPGRADE. ... Read more

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Written by experts in their field, covering 40 careers, each Q & A guide contains details of qualifications needed, professional associations and further reading making these a one-stop reference guide. ... Read more

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The recruitment process for jobs in the civil service is tough. Competition is fierce, especially for applicants entering via the fast stream process, and candidates must pass qualifying tests to stand a chance of being successful. "How to Pass the Civil Service Qualifying Tests" aims to help applicants reach the standard demanded by the real tests and ultimately achieve their goal of working for the civil service. This fully updated fourth edition includes all the key aspects of how to pass the test, including guidance on standard entry; information on fast stream success; questionnaires that you are likely to encounter; and, work assignment examples and expert advice. Also including vital practice material for the online tests and e-tray exercises, this essential book will help you build up speed, accuracy and confidence when taking the civil service qualifying tests. ... Read more

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For the first time, a book exists that compiles all the information candidates need to apply for their first Gaming and Gaming Services Managers job, or to apply for a better job.

What you'll find especially helpful are the worksheets. It is so much easier to write about a work experience using these outlines. It ensures that the narrative will follow a logical structure and reminds you not to leave out the most important points. With this book, you'll be able to revise your application into a much stronger document, be much better prepared and a step ahead for the next opportunity.

The book comes filled with useful cheat sheets. It helps you get your career organized in a tidy, presentable fashion. It also will inspire you to produce some attention-grabbing cover letters that convey your skills persuasively and attractively in your application packets.

After studying it, too, you'll be prepared for interviews, or you will be after you conducted the practice sessions where someone sits and asks you potential questions. It makes you think on your feet!

This book makes a world of difference in helping you stay away from vague and long-winded answers and you will be finally able to connect with prospective employers, including the one that will actually hire you.

This book successfully challenges conventional job search wisdom and doesn't load you with useful but obvious suggestions ("don't forget to wear a nice suit to your interview," for example). Instead, it deliberately challenges conventional job search wisdom, and in so doing, offers radical but inspired suggestions for success.

Think that "companies approach hiring with common sense, logic, and good business acumen and consistency?" Think that "the most qualified candidate gets the job?" Think again! Time and again it is proven that finding a job is a highly subjective business filled with innumerable variables. The triumphant jobseeker is the one who not only recognizes these inconsistencies and but also uses them to his advantage. Not sure how to do this? Don't worry-How to Land a Top-Paying Gaming and Gaming Services Managers Job guides the way.

Highly recommended to any harried Gaming and Gaming Services Managers jobseeker, whether you want to work for the government or a company. You'll plan on using it again in your efforts to move up in the world for an even better position down the road.

This book offers excellent, insightful advice for everyone from entry-level to senior professionals. None of the other such career guides compare with this one. It stands out because it: 1) explains how the people doing the hiring think, so that you can win them over on paper and then in your interview; 2) has an engaging, reader-friendly style; 3) explains every step of the job-hunting process - from little-known ways for finding openings to getting ahead on the job.

This book covers everything. Whether you are trying to get your first Gaming and Gaming Services Managers Job or move up in the system, get this book. ... Read more

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For the first time, a book exists that compiles all the information candidates need to apply for their first Meeting and Convention Planner, Hotel and Accommodation Services job, or to apply for a better job.

What you'll find especially helpful are the worksheets. It is so much easier to write about a work experience using these outlines. It ensures that the narrative will follow a logical structure and reminds you not to leave out the most important points. With this book, you'll be able to revise your application into a much stronger document, be much better prepared and a step ahead for the next opportunity.

The book comes filled with useful cheat sheets. It helps you get your career organized in a tidy, presentable fashion. It also will inspire you to produce some attention-grabbing cover letters that convey your skills persuasively and attractively in your application packets.

After studying it, too, you'll be prepared for interviews, or you will be after you conducted the practice sessions where someone sits and asks you potential questions. It makes you think on your feet!

This book makes a world of difference in helping you stay away from vague and long-winded answers and you will be finally able to connect with prospective employers, including the one that will actually hire you.

This book successfully challenges conventional job search wisdom and doesn't load you with useful but obvious suggestions ("don't forget to wear a nice suit to your interview," for example). Instead, it deliberately challenges conventional job search wisdom, and in so doing, offers radical but inspired suggestions for success.

Think that "companies approach hiring with common sense, logic, and good business acumen and consistency?" Think that "the most qualified candidate gets the job?" Think again! Time and again it is proven that finding a job is a highly subjective business filled with innumerable variables. The triumphant jobseeker is the one who not only recognizes these inconsistencies and but also uses them to his advantage. Not sure how to do this? Don't worry-How to Land a Top-Paying Meeting and Convention Planner, Hotel and Accommodation Services Job guides the way.

Highly recommended to any harried Meeting and Convention Planner, Hotel and Accommodation Services jobseeker, whether you want to work for the government or a company. You'll plan on using it again in your efforts to move up in the world for an even better position down the road.

This book offers excellent, insightful advice for everyone from entry-level to senior professionals. None of the other such career guides compare with this one. It stands out because it: 1) explains how the people doing the hiring think, so that you can win them over on paper and then in your interview; 2) has an engaging, reader-friendly style; 3) explains every step of the job-hunting process - from little-known ways for finding openings to getting ahead on the job.

This book covers everything. Whether you are trying to get your first Meeting and Convention Planner, Hotel and Accommodation Services Job or move up in the system, get this book. ... Read more

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Explaining the variety of posts available in social care, this 7th revised edition gives information on careers, with or without a degree, and covers everything from social worker and probation officer to clinical psychologist and health visitor.Included are details on salaried work with charities and voluntary organizations. ... Read more

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An eye-opening look at alternative careers for those with a sci-tech background--whether they be librarians or scientists or engineers, this exciting volume fills a gap in the professional literature. The contributors--all of whom have pursued alternative careers--provide detailed accounts of their jobs, including skills and education needed, working environment, job rewards and challenges, and future prospects. Although most of these positions fall outside traditional career fields--information broker, translator, acquisitions editor, information resources manager, research scientist, online database manager, and abstractor and indexer--they offer options for professionals seeking challenging new careers. ... Read more