Preparing for Today's Global Job Market

From the Lens of Color identifies and delineates a methodology for effectively positioning and/or repositioning oneself in today's global job market that moves significantly beyond strategies associated with simply developing a resume, cover letter or business plan.

"Solidly grounded in scholarship, Robinson-Easley urges readers to become the principal change agents for their careers. Her proactive and visionary approach is sorely needed since the 'career' game has shifted. Gone is yesteryear's 'company man' career situated in a paternalistic and seniority-based organization, characterized by steady and predictable progression up the hierarchy, culminating in the certainty of retirement. Today's workplace 'free agency' model is entrepreneurial, necessitating high agency, resulting in multiple cross-functional, lateral, and external career moves, culminating in myriad outcomes. This book makes plain the new game and implores jobseekers to get on their 'A-game' by setting their own strategies and calling their own plays a quick and most necessary read." - J. Goosby Smith, Associate Professor, Pepperdine University, USA

"Dr. Easley's inspirational words, call for self-reflection, and practical advice on positioning one's self in today's challenging job market will boost you above the rest. Her positivity and determination leap from the pages and will inspire the reader to action!" - Laryssa J. Lavender, Director of Residence Life & Community Standards, Quincy University, USA

"A refreshingly candid, lucid exposition of the realities of today's global employment landscape. This is a highly recommended read for scholars, practitioners, employers, and employees who will find the book filled with information and insight aswell as practical tools and tips." - Tracy Elazier, Program Chair, DeVry University, USA

Autorentext
Christopher Robinson-Easley is Associate Professor of Management at Governors State University, USA.

Inhalt
PART I: THE INTERPERSONAL AND INTRA-PERSONAL DYNAMICS ORGANIZATIONS NOW REQUIRE 1.The Realities of a New Organizational Psychological Contract-Your Career; Your Responsibility; Your Personal Development Strategy 2. The Revised Relationship Between Employer and Employee: Why New Rules of Engagement and Revised Psychological Contracts are Globally Required 3. The Realities of Joblessness in Today's Global Market: The Impact Upon the Employee and Employer 4. Foundational Praxes for Personal Re-engineering in Today's Global Job Market 5. Stress Management Controls: Strategies for Evoking a Less Stressful Job Entry and/or Re-entry Process 6. The Nuances of Effective Human Capital Performance Strategies: Deconstructing the Dynamics of Inter and Intra-personal Change 7. Today's Required Competencies, Skills and Employment Expectations PART II: ENGAGING THE NEXT STEPS OF THE JOB SEARCH PROCESS 8. As Corporations Set Forth a Vision - So Should An Employee 9. The Alignment of Your Personal Vision to Your Mission and Career Strategy: Implementation Now Begins 10. Research and Analysis: Critically Deconstruct the Nuances of Today's Global Market 11. Developing an Effective Resume 12. The Criticality of a Cover Letter: What Strengths Do You Bring To An Organization? 13. The Foundations of Effective Interviewing 14. Follow-up and Persistence: The Dynamics of Effectively Marketing What You Can Do To Make An Organizational Difference 15. Exploring the Landscape of Options - The Mindset Of An Entrepreneur 16. The Global Application of this Book 17. Engaging in a Conversation Between Both Parties Of Today's Working World: The Need for a Different Dialogue Between Employers and the Workforce 18. Concluding Thoughts