Series:

Careers For

11 total works

Cover of Careers for Competitive Spirits & Other Peak Performers

Use your competitive nature to climb your way to the top!

Do you succeed under pressure? Are you the type to take charge of a project? Is coming in second not an option? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you thrive on competition--now all you need is an occupation that satisfies your desire to compete.

Careers for Competitive Spirits & Other Peak Performers provides all the information you need to get started on landing the job of your dreams, including inside information on everyday routines of selected jobs, working conditions within the field, and alternate sources to enhance your job search. Use the advice provided here and you'll:

  • Decide which specific profession is best for you
  • Make the right choices the first time around
  • Begin your job search focused and confident
  • Present yourself as a knowledgeable, serious job candidate

Winner takes all! You can work as a:
sales professional * lawyer * ad exec * PR consultant * research scientist * entertainer * marketer

Cover of Careers for Puzzle Solvers & Other Methodical Thinkers
"Careers for Puzzle Solvers & Other Methodical Thinkers" lets you explore the job market through the unique lens of your own interest. It reveals dozens of ways to pursue your passion for solving the unsolvable and make a living - including the training and education needed to polish your hobby and interest into a satisfying career.

Cover of Careers for Courageous People & Other Adventurous Types
For both the first time job hunter or someone looking to make a career change

Helps readers determine if they courageous and/or adventurous and then presents a range of creative career options.

The reader is then presented with first hand accounts from people working in a field which requires these qualities and gives readers an idea of what to expect on-the-job and then provided resources for further career exploration.

Cover of Careers for Persuasive Types & Others Who Won't Take No for an Answer

Put your power of persuasion to work!

Do you consider yourself a good problem solver? Can you always see both sides of a dilemma? Are you the kind of person who enjoys leading a team? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are a persuasive type--now all you need is an occupation that puts your unique talent to use.

Careers for Persuasive Types & Others Who Won't Take No for an Answer provides all the information you need to get started on landing the job of your dreams, including inside information on everyday routines of selected jobs, working conditions within the field, and alternate sources to enhance your job search. Use the advice provided here and you'll:

Decide which specific profession is best for youMake the right choices the first time aroundBegin your job search focused and confidentPresent yourself as a knowledgeable, serious job candidate

You're a born leader! You can work as a:
sales rep * fund-raiser * lawyer * teacher * ad exec * legislator * publicist * marketing professional

Cover of Careers for Geniuses & Other Gifted Types
"Careers for Geniuses and Other Gifted Types" lets career explorers look at the job market through the unique lens of their own interests. The book reveals dozens of ways to pursue a passion and make a living - including many little-known but delightful careers that might surprise the readers.

Cover of Careers for Homebodies and Other Independent Souls
VGM's most popular career series appeals to people everywhere who have longed to earn a living doing what they love, whether that's working for a government think tank, observing animals in a refuge, or working out of a home office. The books in this series take an intriguing look at the possibilities, training requirements, and salaries for dozens of jobs involving a wide variety of popular hobbies and interests. Each book introduces readers to people who have turned a passion into a profession and offers guidance and inspiration to job seekers in all fields.

Cover of Careers for Patriotic Types & Others Who Want to Serve Their Country
VGM's most popular career series appeals to all those who have longed to earn a living doing what they Dove most -- whether that is growing plants, tinkering with cars, handling animals, or conquering cyberspace.The books take an enticing look at the possibilities and training requirements for dozens of jobs involving a wide variety of popular hobbies and interests. Each book introduces readers to people who have turned a passion into a profession.

Cover of Careers for Extroverts & Other Gregarious Types, Second ed.

It’s a fact—different people thrive in different kinds of jobs. Careers for Extroverts & Other Gregarious Types encourages you to embrace your individuality by finding the job that matches your character traits—often jobs you'd never think of, but that take advantage of your strengths and abilities.

Cover of Careers for Scientific Types and Others with Inquiring Minds

Careers for Scientific Types and Others with Inquiring Minds lets career explorers look at the job market through the unique lens of their own interests. The book reveals dozens of ways to pursue a passion and make a living--including many little-known but delightful careers that will surprise readers.

Cover of Careers for Class Clowns & Other Engaging Types, Second edition
People have been getting paid to clown around for centuries. What's stopping you? The medieval court jester has been replaced by the stand-up comedian, but there are many other career avenues for those with a unique sense of humor. You can turn your talent for making people laugh into a rewarding profession. Could you ask for a better career than one that makes people happy?This book will put you on the path to success. "Careers for Class Clowns & Other Engaging Types" provides all the information you need to launch a career as a: stand-up comedian; circus clown; magician; juggler; actor; musician; TV personality; and, party clown. Inside you'll find practical advice on deciding which calling is right for you, along with first-hand accounts of the everyday routines and working conditions of selected jobs. Written for newcomers and career-changers alike, "Careers for Class Clowns & Other Engaging Types" includes lists of resources to help you get your foot in the door. Here's the first step to a profitable living doing what you love.

Cover of Careers for Color Connoisseurs & Other Visual Types, Second Edition

Careers For You is the only career series to help you turn your passion into a paycheck!

The inspiring Careers for Color Connoisseurs & Other Visual Types will help you examine the field through the unique lens of your own interests. Vital information on each job includes:

The latest details on training and education Stories of success Advice on competing in hot job markets Tips on transforming your hobby into job skills Expert advice on finding and getting the job