The World's Best Book Summaries
Are you preparing for a job interview? How can you set yourself apart from other applicants? How do you negotiate compensation packages? In his book Knock ’em Dead Job Interview, author and career expert Martin Yate helps you prepare for a job interview so you can stand out in a competitive market. He also provides tips for how to negotiate your pay if you get hired. Here’s how to get from interview to hired.
Are you wondering what to do with a Ph.D.? Is it hard for you to find jobs in academia? In her book The Professor Is In, Karen Kelsky offers invaluable guidance for Ph.D. holders navigating the challenging academic job market. Kelsky, drawing from her extensive experience, provides practical strategies for scholars looking to transition their skills and knowledge into non-academic careers. Discover how to leverage your doctoral expertise, identify transferable skills, and embrace entrepreneurial opportunities as you explore alternative career paths beyond the ivory tower.
Are you a doctoral student? Are you worried about your employment prospects? The Professor Is In by Karen Kelsky provides a thorough analysis of the challenges and inherent competitiveness involved in obtaining academic roles in the US. The American academic sector is undergoing a crisis marked by substantial cuts in funding and broader changes impacting teachers and students alike. Keep reading for an overview of The Professor Is In.
Are you struggling to navigate the competitive world of academia? Do you want to know how to stand out as a Ph.D. student? In her book The Professor Is In, Karen Kelsky offers valuable advice for Ph.D. students aspiring to academic careers. She outlines six key strategies to help you build a strong scholarly background and succeed in your chosen field. Read on to discover how you can elevate your academic profile and increase your chances of landing that coveted faculty position.
Is going to college still worth it? How has public confidence in the value of a college degree changed in recent years? What can be done to reduce the financial risk for students? A recent study shows most colleges significantly increase their graduates’ earnings, even as public confidence in the value of higher education is declining. The 2008 financial crisis, the pandemic, and swelling tuition and student loan debts are fueling Americans’ skepticism about the value of a college degree. Let’s take a look at the current value of a college degree.
Are you thinking of doing something different with your life? How might you experiment with new goals and ambitions? Despite all your efforts to keep moving forward, sometimes your plans simply don’t work out and you discover that a goal isn’t as achievable as you’d originally thought. Adam Alter argues that, rather than throwing your hands up and quitting, you might need a change in direction. If you’re facing failure, here are ways you can change direction in life.
Are you feeling stuck in your life and career? What are the mental barriers you must overcome to reach success? A problem you’ll probably face in life is hitting a wall, whether it’s in your career, an important relationship, or a creative endeavor. Adam Alter breaks down some common characteristics of this experience, from the inevitable slowdowns in the middle of long-term projects to the traps that can sabotage progress. Let’s look at the factors that are keeping you stuck in a mental hole.
What’s it like working in a team environment? What makes a team environment healthy? Once you’ve started delegating work to your team members to tackle key projects, Claire Hughes Johnson recommends you continuously develop a healthy team environment. There are two primary modes of doing this: offsites, which are multiple-day events outside the office, and regular meetings. Continue reading for more on the two modes that create an environment your employees are comfortable in.
What’s hypothesis-based coaching? What are ways to coach your employees to success? Claire Hughes Johnson says that hypothesis-based coaching—which we’ll call inquisitive coaching—is when you informally share your observations of your employees to guide them to better performance. Inquisitive coaching has three steps. Keep reading to learn how to coach employees using these three steps.
What is a food critic? What’s it like to work at Condé Nest? Ruth Reichl, a renowned American chef, food writer, and editor, has made significant contributions to the fields of food criticism and editorial work. On Wiser Than Me, Reichl unveils what it takes to be a food critic and the advice that helped propel her career. If you’re considering going into a career in food criticism, read more.