Master Your First Job: The Remarkable Path From First Day to First Promotion

by Jacob Karnes

Starting your first job the right way!

Most first-time employees don’t know how to successfully navigate their first job opportunity. They get hired, hopefully get trained, and get a paycheck. Their first job becomes a line item on a résumé and nothing more.

You need a plan to thrive at your first job. Master Your First Job is the remarkable path to get from your first day to your first promotion. In this book, you’ll learn how to build a personal brand at work, give and receive good feedback, get your first raise, get your first promotion, and use your first job to advance your career. By reading this book, you will receive a “Master’s Degree” in your first job opportunity and become the employee everyone wants to have on their team.

These lessons aren't just about making waffle fries or crunching numbers; they're the culmination of a decade of hard work, growth, and self-discovery. From the importance of teamwork to the power of effective communication, each chapter dives deep into the core principles that shaped my professional journey.

So, whether you're embarking on your own career path or seeking to enhance your current trajectory, join me as I share the invaluable lessons on how you can master your first job! Grab your copy today!

122 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 23, 2024

About the author

Jacob Karnes is the founder of Waves Business Coaching and the author of Master Your First Job. With over a decade of experience at Chick-fil-A—both in-restaurant and at the corporate level—Jacob honed the art of team development. Today, he helps business leaders build and develop high-performing teams that drive success. Through his coaching, Jacob provides leaders with the tools and strategies to create their dream teams and thrive in business. He lives in Atlanta, Georgia, with his wife Addi and daughter Jamie.

Reviews

[Ange · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is brilliant. I strongly believe it is the perfect gift for any graduate. Just pop a few $20's in it and help them crush their first job. It will be a gift they will thank you for for decades to come.

[Daaz89 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jacob Karnes’ book, Master Your First Job: The Remarkable Path From First Day to First Promotion, offers a comprehensive roadmap for students entering the workforce for the first time. The book provides practical advice on navigating the early stages of a career, from establishing a strong first impression to progressing toward the first promotion. It’s a valuable resource, not only for students entering the job market but also for educators teaching critical workplace skills.

In a high school 21st Century Skills course, Master Your First Job serves as an excellent resource for introducing students to the expectations and strategies necessary for professional success. The book’s real-world application makes it highly relevant to students preparing to enter internships, part-time jobs, or full-time positions after graduation.

[Gregory · Rating 5 out of 5]

useful orientation for early-stage professionals

“Master Your First Job: The Remarkable Path From First Day to First Promotion” by Jacob Karnes offers a structured and practical guide for navigating the challenges of a new job. Spanning around 120 pages, this short book explains how to stand out in the workplace, build essential (including soft-) skills, and progress towards that elusive first promotion – all while maintaining a professional demeanor. The book is well suited to recent graduates or early-stage career professionals who may be starting a new role, or who are looking for ways to jumpstart their career.

[Abby Richmond · Rating 5 out of 5]

Master Your First Job is practical, timely, and a great place to start for those beginning their careers. It can be so overwhelming to know how to succeed as a new employee and how to move toward your goals, and the author does a great job of speaking to that and giving next steps, both personally and professionally. I loved the portion of the book about building a personal brand. This is a must read!

[Scott Wozniak · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you're just starting your career (or if you lead someone who is) then this is a great book to read. It takes a lot of the hard stuff--the things most people are afraid to ask about--and gives you ways to manage your perspective and practical steps to take.

If you elevate your first job experience, you elevate all the rest of your career. Adjust your trajectory early and reap decades of benefits!

[Jacob Karnes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Master Your First Job offers hope and practical resources to help first time employees thrive in their first job.