What Color Is Your Parachute? 2017: A Practical Manual For Job-hunters And Career-changers

The world’’s most popular job-search book, with over 10 million copies sold across all annual editions! New for 2017 with up-to-the-minute information and advice for today’’s job-hunters and career-changers.

WHAT COLOR IS YOUR PARACHUTE? is the world’s most popular job-hunting guide. In this 2017 edition, career expert Richard N. Bolles presents the latest studies and perspectives on today’s ever-changing job-market, plus a completely updated version of his famed “Flower Exercise” to help job-hunters define who they are and what they want in their ideal job—and life. 

This manual reveals practical tips for writing impressive resumes and cover letters, networking effectively, interviewing with confidence, and negotiating a rewarding salary. Featuring proven strategies for finding jobs even when everyone tells you there are none, Bolles shares surprising advice on what works—and what doesn’t—so you can focus your efforts on tactics that yield results. 

Whether you’re searching for your first job, were recently laid off, or are dreaming of a career change, What Color Is Your Parachute? will guide you toward a fulfilling and prosperous life’s work.