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OverviewEmployed for Life: 21st-Century Career Trends is the first book to explore career development from the viewpoints of firm managers, HR professionals, recruiters, job seekers, and employees. It examines such topics as new developments in recruiting and career development; the ways social, cultural, and technological forces have changed careers; and best practices for job hunting and career planning. The authors use primary and secondary research to provide insight on how the nature of work has changed and what that means for individuals' career plans. Employed for Life shares career advice from recruiters and HR professionals and provides a framework that readers can use to ensure lifelong employment. Some of the questions answered in this book include: How are the new demographics of the United States changing the way we work? How will longevity impact career planning? Is technology creating more jobs than it destroys? What are HR professionals doing to address talent management in the 21st century? What insights can recruiters provide to help employees navigate a dynamic marketplace? How are employees finding work in a difficult job market? How can individuals plan for a career that could last 50 years or longer? Full Product DetailsAuthor: Tracey Wilen-Daugenti , Courtney L. Vien , Gary DaugentiPublisher: Peter Lang Publishing Inc Imprint: Peter Lang Publishing Inc Edition: New edition Dimensions: Width: 15.50cm , Height: 1.50cm , Length: 23.00cm Weight: 0.360kg ISBN: 9781433125447ISBN 10: 1433125447 Pages: 167 Publication Date: 16 January 2014 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand  We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsContents: Societal Forces: How Technology, Globalization, Longevity, and Demographics Will Impact Your Career – From Ladder to Labyrinth: New Ways of Working and the Rise of the Do-It-Yourself Career – Innovations: Technologies with the Potential to Reshape Your Job – On the Front Lines of Career Planning: HR Professionals Discuss What's New in Career Development – Recruiters Speak: Skills to Have, Trends to Know About, and Tips for Job-Hunting Success – Recruiters 101: What You Need to Know to Make Recruiters Part of Your Career Strategy – Your Career Adventure: A Framework for Planning Your Career.ReviewsAuthor InformationDr. Tracey Wilen is a prominent thought leader on the impact of technology on society and careers. A former visiting scholar at Stanford University's Media X program and a former Silicon Valley executive, she is the author of 11 books, including Women Lead: Career Perspectives from Workplace Leaders. Dr. Courtney L. Vien is a freelance writer and editor based in Durham, North Carolina. A former senior editor for the Apollo Research Institute, she is the author of five books, including Women Lead: Career Perspectives from Workplace Leaders, and numerous web and print articles, reports, and white papers. Gary Daugenti is the president and founder of the executive search firm Gent & Associates. He has over 20 years of recruiting experience and over 25 years of business experience in technology and management consulting. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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