Summary

101 Tips for Graduates, Third Edition is a must-read for anyone ready to move forward toward higher education or a successful career. Professional image and workplace expert Susan Morem has updated and revised her 101 essential tips for the current job market, new developments in technology, and changing social trends. The message throughout is a refreshingly upbeat one, with practical, real-world insight and advice on how to keep a positive attitude when times get tough.

The concise, helpful tips cover everything from how to succeed in a job and have a meaningful career with good work-life balance to how to stand out at work and protect your online image. It includes tips on technology and helps readers learn how to avoid the pitfalls of social media while using them to aid job hunting. The seven key sections include Work Skills, Communication Skills, Leadership Skills, Social Skills, Self-Discipline, Demonstrate a Positive Attitude, and Areas of Distinction. Perfect for anyone looking for help on the road to success or hoping to sharpen their professional performance, 101 Tips for Graduates, Third Edition covers the essential dos and don'ts of the business world.

The essential tips covered include:

• Go to work every day as if it were your first day on the job.
• Avoid toxic people and environments.
• Know the difference between an online and off-line friend.
• Put together your own personal advisory board.
• It's not what you earn, it's what you do with your earnings that count.
• Your résumé will not get you hired.
• Pay attention to the proven practices of successful people.
• Balance screen time with face time.
• Change is inevitable; misery is optional.
• Never give up on your dreams.

Specifications

eBook

About the Author(s)

For three decades, Sue Morem has been innovating, leading, and motivating people and organizations, helping them to "gain the professional edge." She has created and been featured in nine internationally distributed training videos, has authored six books, including How to Gain the Professional Edge, and offered practical advice in her weekly workplace advice column for more than 15 years. A nationally recognized career expert, she has been quoted in a variety of news and business publications and has appeared on national television sharing her tips and advice. Her mission is to move people forward in their lives, to instill hope and optimism, and to help people reach their full potential and their dreams.