Career Agility: Strategies for Success

· Cambridge Scholars Publishing
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About this ebook

We are living in a fast changing, complex and uncertain world and the future of the work, jobs and careers we are currently familiar with is unpredictable. What is certain is that our working lives are rapidly changing and this will continue after the Coronavirus pandemic. This book will serve to prepare the reader for these changes and offer career strategies for living through them.

The book outlines the main issues affecting the current employment landscape, before detailing a process for a journey of discovery and includes a practical toolkit of interactive exercises of self-reflection. So, whether it is to take a career further along its current route, completely change direction, or reboot a career, this essential ‘how to’ guide will help readers understand their values, career drivers and strengths. Work is a large part of our life; it is vital to make the best of it.

About the author

Fiona Elsa Dent is Professor of Practice at Ashridge Executive Education at Hult International Business School. She is also an Executive Coach and Management Trainer, and has authored numerous articles and 12 previous books, including How to Thrive and Survive as a Working Woman (co-authored with Viki Holton).

Viki Holton is Associate Senior Research Fellow at Ashridge Executive Education at Hult International Business School. Her interests include women’s leadership, career development, and diversity and inclusion. Her publications include Women in Business: Navigating Career Success (co-authored with Fiona Dent).

Patricia Hind is Professor of Management Development at Ashridge Executive Education at Hult International Business School. She is a Chartered Occupational Psychologist, author, lecturer and researcher, and has written extensively for both academic and professional journals in the areas of leadership, sustainability and executive development. She is also the author of two previous books.

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