Win the Race for 21st Century Jobs [Paperback]

Rod Colon (Author), Cheryl Jefferson (Editor), Chip Hartman (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1, 2010

Put CEO Power into your job search and your career. Rod Colon shares the secrets learned in his 24 years as a Corporate HR Management Insider, Outside Agency Recruiter, Professional Networker, Career Coacd, and Entrepreneur. From his extensive multi-faceted experience, he has developed a unique methodology -- already used by thousands -- to land jobs even in the most difficult economic times. THE MACHINERY -- Networking; build, track, and maintain your network to keep the job search machinery running smoothly. THE MIND SET -- CEO of ME, Inc.; think like a CEO and manage your job search and your career as a business. THE MAGNET -- Value Proposition; make yourself the most attractive candidate to decision-makers. THE METHODOLOGY -- 7-Step Methodology; follow a 7-step plan that leverages the power of advocates to help you get the interview. *Tap the power of advocates to reach key decision-makers *Explore the exciting opportunities of The Hidden Job Market *Let your personal brand shine through using social media *Learn a job search methodology that gets you an interview. Introducing the Empowering Today's Professionals Network

Editorial Reviews

Review

Rod's new book presents a straightforward, easy to implement seven step methodology for finding a job in a challenging economy. However, it is much more. It is a practical guide to lifelong career management. Rod's overriding theme is that you are the CEO of ME Inc. and must take responsibility for the direction and enhancement of your career. You are in charge not your employer. The book is extremely well organized and a pleasure to read. --Sam Anson, Business Development Executive with TechnoSphere, Inc.

About the Author

ETP Network Founder and CEO Rod Colon has a unique perspective on what it takes to succeed in today's global economy. His in-depth knowledge of international staffing, recruiting and networking gives Rod a unique ability to both coach and consult today's professionals and executives around the world. Rod uses his passion, energy, and creativity to support others. He coaches professionals in the art of leveraging relationships that maximize personal networking opportunities. Rod also uses this hands-on approach with corporations as they confront the new business paradigm in which an organization's success requires professionals to optimize their use of both internal and external networks. As he reminds his members, mastering the subtle techniques of using these networks is vital to the success of both the professional and the organization. Today the ETP Network leads the way in the education of networking as a core career management activity through networking events, career coaching programs, conference calls, training seminars, job openings, channel partnering and networking libraries. Rod encourages ETP Network members to share their networking experiences and questions through various events, programs, and webinars. He urges members to become proficient with social media applications such as LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook. Rod is a graduate of Georgian Court University and a board member of the Georgian Court Alumni Association. He has been featured in Princeton Review, and received numerous awards and citations in both print and online media. His innovations with the ETP Network have attracted a growing audience of business professionals who recognize and appreciate his give for leadership, his command of both traditional and emerging business trends, and his intense desire to mentor, coach, train and counsel in all matters related to career management and personal growth.

Product Details

• Paperback: 280 pages
• Publisher: ETP Press; First edition (March 1, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0615315682
• ISBN-13: 978-0615315683
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,361,886 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars How to more effectively search for jobs, May 17, 2011

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M. Battista "happy camper" (Colts Neck, NJ) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Win the Race for 21st Century Jobs (Paperback)

"Win the Race for 21st Century Jobs" provides a more effective way to search for your next job! Today's job search is all about who knows you are looking for a job. The applying to jobs on the Black Hole of the Internet just doesn't cut it anymore.

To make yourself stand out among the others submitting for the same job, you need a personal IN. How do you get that IN? By reading this book and practicing the "7 Step Job Search Methodology."

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must for job seekers, May 9, 2011

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Susan M. Peckman (Dulles, VA, US) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Win the Race for 21st Century Jobs (Paperback)

This is a great book, which I would recommend to anyone seeking a new job.
In the author's own words, this book details "the new normal", and the process is so logical.
I was doing a large percentage, but not all before, but I am seeing the value already.
Change is not easy, but this guide steps you through.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Forward-Thinking and Practical Career Advice, April 12, 2011

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Barbara P. - See all my reviews

This review is from: Win the Race for 21st Century Jobs (Paperback)

This book is the one to read if you are starting a job search or are looking for your next career opportunity. It is packed with great ideas and guidance on how to manage your career progression as if it were a business -- CEO OF ME, Inc. Rod provides practical, hands-on advice on networking, building your own personal brand, identifying job opportunties, and providing a 7-step methodology to land an interview. After reading his book, I came away with a career mindset that I will continue to use throughout my professional journey.