Designed to aid readers in analyzing their careers, offering specific problem-solving strategies for dead-end jobs. Describes how to diagnose the signals that point to crossroads in one's career such as problems with the boss, personal satisfaction, culture, etc.; when to change positions within a company; the time to begin looking at other industries; ideas on starting a business of one's own. Chapters are organized in a three-part format that include: symptoms, prognosis and cures. Packed with numerous actual case studies and self-quizzes enabling readers to learn what works and what doesn't when making a career move.
Joan Lloyd, MS, CSP
Joan Lloyd is an executive coach and management consultant, who has worked with some of the most respected companies in America.
Joan's weekly column, "Joan Lloyd @ Work," has been syndicated for more than 20 years in newspapers and publications around the world. Her loyal readers trust her advice about navigating the modern workplace-- issues such as how to be a successful leader, how to get ahead, and how to deal with sensitive workplace situations.
She is the author of The Career Decisions Planner-When to Move, When to Stay, When to Go Out on Your Own, (John Wiley & Sons, NY, 1991).
Prior to starting her consulting business in 1990, Joan was the Communications and Training Officer at Northwestern Mutual Financial Network, overseeing training and communications for more than 3,000 employees. She also held management positions at Miller Brewing Corporation and Clark Oil and Refining Corporation.
