Product Description In today's rapidly evolving corporate environment, the only certainty is change. Professionals in every industry face the very real possibility that after years of steady work they may find themselves downsized out of a job and competing with younger people for the same jobs. In order to survive, they must learn to ride the wave of change. "Career Intelligence" shows them how.
Amazon.com Review As we approach the end of the century, the paradigms that once guided career choices are less widely applicable. Because most workers can no longer expect job security, consistent promotions, or even a clear career path, tomorrow's success stories will be told by so-called career activists, according to Career Intelligence author Barbara Moses. Moses defines career activists as those who succeed in defining themselves apart from their organization and can widen their career choices through self- knowledge. Part generational analysis, part guide to self-marketing, Moses's book devotes considerable time to identifying areas of vulnerability, then suggests four key principles that will help you adapt and thrive in an uncertain world. After thousands of workshops, Moses has distilled her advice into these four points: Actively craft your own future; know and leverage your strengths; identify your core values; and be honest about your identity and abilities. "Becoming an activist is not a luxury. It's the key to your future career success," she argues. Should the pink slips in your mailroom begin to outnumber paychecks, the principles and advice championed by Career Intelligence may be the objective look at your skillset that even your closest friends hesitate to offer. Concise, simple, and actionable, this set of guiding principles is more relevant today than ever before. --Brad Doll
Customer Reviews:
Another Empowering Book for Workers March 4, 2008 1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This book is in my library and is great for showing workers how to take control of their careers. So many people are reactive, just going along with what happens in their careers. Barbara explains where we are today with the industry and how to stay employable.
The one thing I don't totally agree with is when she says to be a generalist. While I agree many technical jobs are being outsourced, my philosophy has been to be a specialist and find a niche market. That's how you can get high rates and stay valuable. Of course you need people and business skills but the key strength is deep knowledge in a specialized area .
Below Average April 16, 2004 2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Ms. Moses' book is divided in two parts -- (1) description of new trends in the labor marketplace (perhaps the better part of the book) and (2) some suggestions as to how to navigate it.
The strength of the first part of the book is in the generational analysis of how the labor market and relationships between jobs, sorporations and people have changed from pre-baby boomers, to baby boomers to gen-X. The rest of the first part is a filler -- everybody who works knows that there is no longer such thing as life-long employment.
The second part of the book is where the author, in my opinion, falls seriously short! There is nothing new or original here. Much more practical of Ms. Moses' "What's Next". If you are looking for a career management book look at "The 5 Patterns of Extraordinary Careers"
A Good Read! March 29, 2001 The dwindling number of full-time positions and the increasing opportunities for "full-time temp" and project-by-project employment has changed the definition of the word "job." Barbara Moses clearly defines your career challenges in today's business climate and teaches you how to shape your career in an atmosphere in which the old rules no longer apply. The author sets out step-by-step strategies for adapting to these ever-changing career parameters, and her nicely written, insightful text won't make you feel like an unemployed has-been, but just like one of the gang. You'll relax in the face of her pleasant manner, helpful examples and intriguing anecdotes. We [...] recommend this book to people in all fields at all levels, since virtually no one (not even a CEO) is immune from the new marketplace. If you don't own the company you work for, this is how to stay light on your feet.
perceptive, practical insights into today's workplace December 21, 1998 9 out of 9 found this review helpful
This book is in a class of its own way above career guidance books that offer tips on how to write resumes or suggest "hot" jobs that you should choose.
Dr Moses writes intelligently about the stresses of managing your career in a world where all the rules have changed. There are useful sections on many aspects of today's workplace - I found the stuff on providing career direction to kids and the parts about Generation X ers in the workplace particularly helpful.
Whatever stage you are at in your career I think you will find something useful in this book. Overrall a wise, illuminating book that I would recommend not just to anyone looking for direction in their career but also managers in organizations who whish to understand what "career" has come to mean in today's workplace and help their employees recognize and acheive their career goals.
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