Check out this SlideShare Presentation: Garr Reynolds created this excellent slideshow about the key points from Daniel Pink's book "The Adventures of Johnny Bunko - The last career guide you'll ever need". It all boils down to six tips presented manga style. I've added my own thoughts about how these tips might apply in today's economy.
1. There is no plan - you cannot map out your career path. (This is even more true in the current economy).
2. Focus on your strengths not your weaknesses - capitalise on your passion. (Strengths can be a powerful differentiator in a competitive job market).
3. Think how you can add value, solve other's problems and help others. (Employers are facing a range of problems and difficulties, and people with a solutions focus will be attractive).
4. Be persistent - keep trying, stay motivated. (We're hearing of hundreds applying for single jobs, so every jobhunter must expect knock backs, but persistence pays off).
5. Make mistakes - but learn from them. (Reviewing and learning from our experience leads to continual improvement).
6. Leave an imprint - make a difference, contribute, do something that matters. (Shape your job if you can, but if you don't have much scope to do so, find opportunities in your non-work time through volunteering, community involvement and supporting your friends and family).
Well I probably have to apologise now to both Dan and Garr - my summary doesn't do justice to either Garr's presentation or Dan's excellent book. I commend both of them to you!
Career Advice '08
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