What Color Is Your Parachute? by Richard N. Bolles
The classic career guide, for whatever's next.
Real-life use: Exercises for figuring out the next career move.
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They did it. They sent the email, handed in the badge and walked out into the sunshine (or at least the parking lot). Whether they've got a new gig lined up or they're taking a breather, celebrate the leap with a toast, a laugh and a little help planning what's next.
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The classic career guide, for whatever's next.
Real-life use: Exercises for figuring out the next career move.
Check price on AmazonGlasses for toasting their freedom.
Real-life use: Crystal champagne coupes.
Check price on AmazonThat was easy. (It wasn't, but now it's done.)
Real-life use: A desk button for small victories.
Check price on AmazonThe official reading of anyone who just left a toxic workplace.
Real-life use: A blunt, funny self-help read.
Check price on AmazonFor planning the next chapter. Or just planning naps.
Real-life use: An undated weekly planner.
Check price on AmazonHot coffee, at a leisurely pace, on a Tuesday. Freedom.
Real-life use: A temperature-control smart mug.
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Celebrate, then plan.
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