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by Nancy Barry (Author)
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What do all college graduates have in common? A degree. So, what is going to separate you from the rest of the pack? Your success will be largely measured by your soft skills, such as: the right attitude, a professional demeanor, the ability to communicate on a professional level, being a team player, proper etiquette, and much more. In a flash, you have gone from college student to employee and may not realize there is a lot more to learn. This book will help you understand what your boss wants you to know, but does not have time to tell you. Employers across the country say many college graduates are not prepared for the real world. How can this be? You just spent four (or more) years getting a great education. Surely you are prepared by now. Until you are in the workplace experiencing the issues addressed in this book, you will not know. At this point in your life, you do not know what you do not know.They say you are not ready. After you read this book, you will be ready. Your college years were some of the best years of your life. Now, the best is yet to come.

About the Author
Nancy Barry is a motivational speaker and author who has a passion for helping recent college graduates succeed in their careers. She has spoken to thousands of young professionals helping them understand the importance of soft skills in the workplace. Nancy shares her extensive business experience to shorten the learning curve for twentysomethings entering the workforce. Prior to starting her own company, Nancy spent twenty-five years in the corporate world. For the last sixteen years of her career, she worked for The Dallas Morning News and WFAA-TV, where she served as Vice President of Community Services and Vice President for The Dallas Morning News Charities. Nancy is a member of numerous professional organizations, including the National Speakers Association and the National Association of Colleges and Employers.

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 184 pages
  • Publisher: Brown Books Publishing Group (May 1, 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1933285877
  • ISBN-13: 978-1933285870
  • Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.8 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #425,071 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars How Can I Be Wrong?, March 19, 2008
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My daughter attended a seminar by Nancy at Texas A&M, Mays Business School on March 19, 2008.

She told me, "Dad, everything she said is what YOU told me!"

Swelling up with pride I told her that Nancy learned everything from me.

Not.

But I am gonna buy the book!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant!, September 30, 2008
By Frank J. Fardatta (Dallas, Texas United States) - See all my reviews
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Barry's book is not only spot on, but timlier than ever! This is a must read for recent grads and companies seeking to understand the enigmatic Gen-Y and Millennial generations. If you manage young people in your business, this is the definitive book for you!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Working With the Wonderful Gen Y Generation, March 9, 2008
If you know a Gen Y'er who is in your house or in your business....BOTH of you need to read this book! This generation has been stereotyped as lazy, disinterested, unmotivated and it could not be further from the truth. They are different....but so were the Baby Boomers and the generations before them! Nancy Barry provides great insight as to what makes Gen Y tick and how they think which is extremely valuable in helping all of us to understand one another and work together. Gen Y will change our world....and if you pay attention to Nancy you will understand how they will change it for the better....you want to be a part of this!
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