A practical, straight-talking guide to thriving in today's tumultuous workplace
According to author Linda Dominguez, today's turbulent work environment is rife with advancement opportunities for those who know how to seize them. In How to Shine at Work she describes 14 surefire strategies, as well as dozens of techniques and tips, for charting a course through today's work environment and coming out at the head of the pack.
Among other things, readers learn how to deal with ever-changing bosses; market themselves to their superiors and peers; master office politics; gain visibility--even in remote office; cope with difficult workers; and land a promotion and a raise in any economy. How to Shine at Work features:
Case studies and real-world examples taken from AT&T, Oracle, Starbucks, Prudential, and other Dominguez clients
Quotes and words of wisdom from executives and career coaches
Valuable self-tests, worksheets, and checklists
YOUR GUIDE TO PROFESSIONAL SUCCESS--AND PERSONAL FULFILLMENT
Today's workplace is a bonanza of advancement opportunities for those who know how to seize them--and a maze of career-ending pitfalls for those who don't. In this practical, straightforward guide, executive coach Linda Dominguez provides proven success strategies for anyone who holds a job--in any industry. Serving as a personal coach of your own, How to Shine at Work will help you define your goals--and achieve them. Learn how to
Get along in your current work environment
Create a plan for moving ahead in your career
Navigate office politics
Recognize options, manage change--and take smart risks
Turn any situation around--and have fun doing it
Create visibility without arrogance
Know when it's time to move on--and make a graceful exit
. . . plus much more, including case studies and real world examples from the author's own clientele, along with invaluable self-tests, worksheets, and checklists to help you take control of your future--and your life.
Linda Dominguez is the founder and principal of Executive Coaching and Resource Network and a regular contributor to the Wall Street Journal, Fortune, and other business and career publications.