Is improving your profession one of your New Year’s resolutions? Pick up a book. You can learn so much from other people’s paths, experiences, and advice. There is a wealth of books that can provide the insights you need to make your career goals attainable.
Here are four books that can boost your career.
1. Springboard: Launching Your Personal Search for Success by G. Richard Shell:
This book will help you discover what you want out of a profession, and how you can measure your success. Filled with exercises and inspirational stories from successful professionals, this is a book that will surely help you find out how to be successful – on your own terms.
2. The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business by Charles Duhigg:
This is another book linked to both professional and personal lives. Duhigg analyzes why people act the way they do, both in their careers and in everyday life. It’s hard to change a habit once it’s formed. The book examines the habits of successful people and shows you how positive habits can help you. Falling into a business routine can stunt your growth. This book helps you understand why you do what you do, and how you can help change it.
3. Brag!: The Art of Tooting Your Own Horn Without Blowing It by Peggy Klaus:
Real estate is a business where you need to sell, not only houses, but also yourself. You have to show clients that you’re a leader in your field. Selling yourself is something that most people struggle with but this book helps you talk about your assets without sounding conceited.
4. Reinventing You: Define Your Brand, Imagine Your Future by Dorie Clark:
Throughout the course of your profession, it’s important to keep things fresh and new. Reinventing yourself and changing things up is a necessary step in order to keep growing, despite what stage your professional life is in. Clark gives realistic advice on how to showcase your talents and skills, and how you can constantly reinvent yourself. She interviews successful business people, offering a broad spectrum of advice.
These books are filled with knowledge and advice that can guide you on the right path, no matter the stage of your profession.
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