Building Professionals: Creating a Successful Portfolio [Paperback]

Diane J. Orton (Author), Tammy L.W. Freelin (Author), Fresa J. Jacobs (Author), Robin R. Wingo (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 4, 2002 | ISBN-10: 0130493147 | ISBN-13: 978-0130493149 | Edition: 1

One of the greatest challenges facing people entering the workforce is learning about themselves—recognizing what skills and knowledge they have developed for their chosen fields, and finding opportunities to use those abilities in a career. This easy-to-use tool assists readers in collecting, managing, and organizing a professional portfolio. Helps readers understand how their individual experiences relate directly to the skills and abilities that employers are looking for. Is organized into quality categories in each chapter, marked by icons—includes Critical Thinking/Problem Solving; Leadership; Initiative and Follow Through; Working Effectively with Others/Diversity; Communication. Provides Link and Learn Worksheets. Emphasizes mentor feedback and offers a blueprint for future growth. The ideal handbook for anyone entering the workforce or changing careers.

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One of the greatest challenges facing people entering the workforce is learning about themselves—recognizing what skills and knowledge they have developed for their chosen fields, and finding opportunities to use those abilities in a career. This easy-to-use tool assists readers in collecting, managing, and organizing a professional portfolio. Helps readers understand how their individual experiences relate directly to the skills and abilities that employers are looking for. Is organized into quality categories in each chapter, marked by icons—includes Critical Thinking/Problem Solving; Leadership; Initiative and Follow Through; Working Effectively with Others/Diversity; Communication. Provides Link and Learn Worksheets. Emphasizes mentor feedback and offers a blueprint for future growth. The ideal handbook for anyone entering the workforce or changing careers.

Product Details

• Paperback: 61 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 1 edition (October 4, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0130493147
• ISBN-13: 978-0130493149
• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 8.1 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #386,570 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)