Shaping Your Career

Going beyond providing you with the tools, strategies, and approaches that you need to navigate the complexity of academic life, Don Haviland, Anna Ortiz, and Laura Henriques offer an empowering framework for taking ownership of and becoming an active agent in shaping your career.This book recognizes, as its point of departure, that faculty are rarely prepared for the range of roles they need to play or the varied institutions in which they may work, let alone understand how to navigate institutional context, manage the politics of academe, develop positive professional relationships, align individual goals with institutional expectations, or possess the time management skills to juggle the conflicting demands on their time.The book is infused by the authors’ love for what they do while also recognizing the challenging nature of their work. In demonstrating how you can manage your career, they weave in the personal and institutional dimensions of their experience and offer vignettes from their longitudinal study of pre-tenure faculty to illustrate typical issues you may have to contend with, and normalize many of the concerns you may face as a new member of the academy. This book offers you:• The resources, tips, and strategies to develop a strong, healthy career as a faculty member• Empowerment— you take ownership of and become an active agent in shaping your career• Advice and strategies to help women and members of traditionally underrepresented racial and ethnic groups navigate institutional structures that affect them differently• An understanding of the changing nature of academic work, and of how to grow and succeed in this new environmentWhile explicitly addressed to early career faculty, this book’s message of empowerment is of equal utility for full-time faculty, both tenure-track and non-tenure track, and can usefully serve as a text for graduate courses. Department chairs, deans, and faculty developers will find it a useful resource to offer their new colleagues.

Your career is not a one-time decision made early in life. Rather, you refine or redefine it as you grow professionally. This volume helps you: · Recognize when it's time for a change · Articulate the business activities that interest you most deeply · Assess your skills and values · Update your skills to remain competitive in the workforce · Spot and seize advantage of career-development opportunities

'How many general practitioners ended up in their roles thanks to a faint breeze nudging them in a given direction? How many successes resulted from failure? Some of the most successful practices were built up from nothing, and some of the happiest doctors spent time not being doctors. Despite the element that fate plays in career paths it is prudent to make plans - ' A career in general practice offers many options for further professional development. While some GPs prefer to concentrate primarily on their practice, others find additional fulfillment in teaching, research or international collaboration. Whichever path you choose, general practice promises a rewarding and exciting experience. This inspiring new book emphasises there is no single career path in general practice. Without being prescriptive, its practical approach helps you make life-changing decisions, prompts self-analysis and equips you with the tools to remain flexible, positive and reflective about your career. 'So - have you got what it takes to practise the 'medicine plus' which is today's general practice? This book, written and edited by colleagues many of whom have far more street cred than I, will help you decide. If you have, I wish you luck, fulfilment, and the gratification that comes from being a catalyst for good in the lives of your fellow human beings. If you have a role teaching and mentoring the next generation of GPs, you will find this book a persuasive ally. But if you decide that hospital medicine is your preferred option - well, that's fine. There would be no shame, if you find the ladder to general practice too steep, in settling for becoming a brain surgeon.' Roger Neighbour, in the Foreword 'Lively, extremely informative and engaging' Professor Roger Jones, Editor, British Journal of General Practice

This is a book for any student affairs professional who wants to strategically shape his or her career path—and will be particularly helpful for people in early or mid-career, or contemplating a career, in student affairs.By engagingly offering us the fruits of the reflective and strategic approach she has used to shape her own career, and of the theoretical and practical approaches she has undertaken to map out the culture and dynamics of student affairs, and by gathering the voices of 25 professionals who offer the insights and advice derived from their own experiences, Sonja Ardoin has created a guide for everyone in student affairs who wants to be intentional in setting the course for their professional and personal development.She begins by describing the changing and varied student populations who are the heart of this field, and outlines the typical organizational structures of student affairs, the range of functional areas, and how practice varies by size and type of institution. She highlights major trends, discusses the typical paths of entry to the profession, the expectations and realities of starting in a new position, the process of socialization, and the required skills and competencies. She devotes the core of the book to the five key elements for developing a career strategy: Lifelong Learning, Extending Your Experiences, Planning for Professional Development, Networking/Connecting, and Self-Reflection, and provides advice on the job search, from application through interview. In doing so she ranges over choices to be made about formal qualifications, and describes activities – from volunteering and committee work to conference presentations, writing and teaching – that we can use to strategically develop the proficiencies to attain our goals.

The widespread belief that tech-savvy, educated millennials are well positioned to handle the challenges of the fourth industrial revolution is unfounded. It does not fully grasp the reality of a flux society, where relevant technological skills and knowledge are continuously changing: no one is permanently tech-savvy. Millennials, like other generations, face the challenge of needing to continually reskill. This has compounded their struggle to begin their careers at a point when there is no longer any guarantee of lifetime employment or retirement at a set age. Shaping the Futures of Work is a timely sociological exploration of the impact of technological innovations on employment. Nilanjan Raghunath proposes that stakeholders such as states, enterprises, and citizens hold equally important roles in ensuring that people can adapt, innovate, and thrive within conditions of flux. A promising model focuses on collaboration and proactive governance. While good governance includes citizen engagement, proactive governance goes one step further, creating inclusive policies, roadmaps, and infrastructure for social and economic progress. This book reveals that lifelong learning and adaptability are imperative, even for well-educated professionals. Using Singapore and Singaporean millennials as a case study, Raghunath examines proactive governance and delivers research and analysis to elucidate career trajectories, pointing to a work ethic that aims to engage with technological futures. Looking at local and global sociological literature to confirm the need for proactive governance, Shaping the Futures of Work suggests that Singaporean millennials – and professionals around the world – need to better prepare themselves for flux, risk, failure, and reinvention for career mobility.

This book has been written for the HR Practitioner and will provide readers with tools, guidelines, ideas, and strategies for developing their role within the Human Resources function. This text focuses on current issues and future trends in both the HR profession and the workplace. Organizations will continue to be forced to function in a lean and mean manner, HR professionals are now required to manage outsourcing functions and to move through multiple internal roles quickly. This book will act as a roadmap to help them plan and implement these roles quickly and efficiently, aligned to their organizations strategy.

In today's ever-shifting professional landscape, a career isn't merely a series of job titles one holds throughout a lifetime. It's a dynamic journey of self-discovery, growth, and transformation. "The Art of Shaping Your Career" series takes you on a transformative expedition to mould your career, harmonizing it seamlessly with your innate talents, passions, and aspirations. Why embark on this transformative journey? A Tailored Guide for Every Phase: Many career guides offer one-size-fits-all advice, treating the career path as a linear progression. However, every individual's journey is unique, punctuated by periods of introspection, growth, and sometimes, complete metamorphosis. This series recognizes these distinct phases, providing targeted guidance for every stage. Whether you're just entering the professional realm, seeking to amplify your presence and brand or contemplating a total career revamp, a dedicated guide is waiting for you. Navigating the Complex Terrain of Self-Discovery: Many are oblivious to their true calling, often treading paths laid out by society, peers, or familial expectations. "Discovering You" is a compass that guides readers through reflective exercises, real-life anecdotes, and powerful self-assessment tools. This guide aids in identifying intrinsic strengths and passions, providing clarity and direction in a world of overwhelming choices. Maximising Potential and Achieving Mastery: Once a path is chosen, how does one ensure they don't merely walk it but excel in it? "Enhancing You" delves into this intricate subject. From actionable strategies to enriching skills to mastering the art of effective networking and communication, this guide ensures that you're not just partaking in the race but leading it. Reinvention and Resilience in a Dynamic World: Change is the only constant in life. With industries evolving and new roles emerging, there comes a time when one must reconsider their direction. "Transforming You" offers a comprehensive blueprint to those ready to pivot, ensuring that transitions are smooth, strategic, and aligned with personal goals. Seeking Your Desired Career Shape: The phrase "shaping your career" isn't just a metaphor. Imagine your career as clay. In its raw form, it's full of potential but directionless. By understanding the phases of discovery, enhancement, and transformation, you're not just carving a niche for urself in the professional world but also unlocking career potential, ensuring the career you pursue is profoundly fulfilling and aligned with your core being, overcoming career challenges, if any. This unity is where true professional contentment lies. This series instils resilience, which is indispensable in today's volatile job market. By comprehending and embracing the continuous learning, adapting, and evolving cycle, you're better equipped to navigate uncertainties, face challenges head-on, seize opportunities others might overlook. Career shaping isn't just about professional achievement; also personal and passion-driven. It's about understanding oneself, acknowledging strengths and weaknesses, constantly seeking growth and adaptability. This self-awareness and adaptability don't just shape careers; they shape lives. "The Art of Shaping Your Career" series isn't just a set of books; it's a journey, a mentor, and a toolset all rolled into one. It recognises the multifaceted nature of the modern career and provides holistic guidance tailored to each facet. By embarking on this transformative journey, you're not just seeking a career but sculpting a legacy. Let this series guide your hands, heart, mind as you mould the professional path you've always envisioned. Whether you're a recent graduate or a seasoned professional contemplating change, these books promise to be your steadfast companions, enlightening, encouraging, and empowering you every step of the way.

This book is a powerful combination of transforming tools related to our three-part being: spirit, soul (will, intellect and emotions), and our body (what people observe, hear and the perceptions they form). What happens on the inside impacts every part of life on the outside. These exercises, stories, examples, and educational components are filled with techniques and inspiration designed to guide you into how to successfully advance your personal and professional life simultaneously. You will be empowered to learn how to turn both personal and professional challenges into success. These techniques can be implemented immediately and experienced for a lifetime. Beginning with the very first chapter, you will launch into transforming exercises that dig deep to accelerate maximum growth. Become proficient as a routinely sought-after friend and business associate using this self-esteem, professional image, and business etiquette guidebook. Attract the most positive relationships by developing a success-driven default mindset through autosuggestion techniques. Confidently communicate with all socio-economic, educational and age groups. Learn powerful and effective communication skills to engage one or 1,000. When you finish this book, you will revel in your new life and career reinvention, strength, reputation, persona and mind set. You will be empowered to radiate indispensable characteristics to those you meet every day. Start now! Shaping Your Future Study Guide is highly recommended.