Finding the Career that Fits You: The Companion Workbook to Your Career in Changing Times

by Larry Burkett, Lee F. Ellis

Job security is a thing of the past. In a time when companies are laying off thousands of people and 60 to 80 percent of employees are not satisfied with their jobs, many people are wondering if there is such a thing as job security and whether they can actually enjoy their work. After all, if you spend most of your waking hours doing something, you at least should like it. According to Lee Ellis and Larry Burkett, you can find the career that fits you. You can enjoy your work. It's just a matter of assessing who you are, knowing your strengths and interests, and discovering the kind of work that will utilize those talents. In this new edition of Finding the Career That Fits You , you will discover the person God made you to be through insightful looks at your personality, skills, life values, and vocational interests. All statistics and resources have been updated and the latest information on using the Internet in your job search has been added. Ellis and Burkett will walk you through the job-search process and give you the confidence you need to start or change your career—and your life!

200 pages, Paperback

First published October 12, 1998

About the author

Larry Burkett was an American radio personality whose work focused on financial counseling from a Christian point of view.

Reviews

[Sarah Welton-Lair · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was really fun to go through because they provide quizzes and forms to fill out in order to determine your interests and personality. It really forces you to think about yourself and what you're interested in and who you are. It also offers many resources for job hunting, researching, and other stuff. If you're looking for a job that you'll really enjoy, start by going through this book.

[Adrienna · Rating 2 out of 5]

Career searching within.