Book Reviews
Insightful reviews of books on job searching, career transitions, and workplace challenges to help you navigate your working life.
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The Imposter Cure by Dr. Jessamy Hibberd
Do you feel like a fraud at work? Do you worry that your boss will discover that you’ve no idea what you’re doing? Do you work super hard so no one will suspect you’re an imposter? If you answered “yes” to any of these, please order a copy of Dr. Jessamy Hibber’s book, The Imposter Cure. You don’t need to live in fear of being an imposter.
Shift: Managing Your Emotions – So They Don’t Manage You by Ethan Kross
This was the book I needed right now. I’ve been knee-deep in discouragement, and my emotions have been spiraling and festering. For anyone who has felt overwhelmed by anxiety, fear, sadness, regret, guilt, grief, or anger, Shift, by Dr. Ethan Kross, gives you the tools to shift your perspective and manage these emotions.
“Life Is In The Transitions” Review
Bruce Feiler, in his book, Life is in the Transitions, reminds us that everyone faces changes and transitions – or lifequakes, as he calls them - no matter your age, no matter whether you choose them or not, and no matter how prepared you are.
“Dealing With Difficult People: HBR Emotional Intelligence Series” Review
Most jobs involve working with people, whether they are bosses, colleagues, direct reports, customers, clients, or students. And any time you work with other people, you can be guaranteed there’s going to be conflict, stress, and uncomfortable interactions.
"Job Therapy: Finding Work that Works for You” Review
Are you unhappy in your job? Do you daydream about quitting? Have you started looking for other jobs? If so, read, Dr. Tessa West’s latest book, Job Therapy: Finding Work that Works for You.
“Designing Your Work Life” Review
f you are unhappy at work AND ready to do something about it, read, "Designing Your Work Life" by Bill Burnett & Dave Evans.
“Switchers” Review
If you are a mid-career professional who is planning to switch careers, Switchers is the book for you.
“What Color Is Your Parachute?” Review
Learn from a licensed psychologist's take on the job searching book, "What Color is Your Parachute" by Richard N. Bolles.
“Ask For It” Review
“Ask for It”, by Dr. Linda Babcock and Sara Laschever, provides practical advice for increasing your negotiation skills.
“Roadmap: The Get-It-Together Guide for Figuring Out What To Do With Your Life” Review
If you have wondered “How do you build a career that’s true to who you are?”, then hop on the career exploration road trip in Roadmap for an inspiration ride.
“The Ultimate Job Search Guide” Review
Looking for solid job searching advice from an experienced career professional with a minimum of frills? Then The Ultimate Job Search Guide is the book for you.

