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Laurence G. Boldt (Author)
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August 25, 2009
The most innovative, unconventional, and profoundly practical career guide available-newly revised and updated

With today's economic uncertainties, millions of Americans realize they must seize control over their own career paths. They want work that not only pays the bills but also allows them to pursue their real passions. In this revised edition, Laurence Boldt updates and revises his revolutionary guide to meet the challenges of the twenty-first century workplace. The first part of this book helps readers to identify the work that they really want to do, while the second provides practical, active steps to finding or creating that work. Zen and the Art of Making a Living goes beyond inspiration, providing a proven formula for bringing creativity, dignity, and meaning to every aspect of the work experience.

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"I commend this book to all thoughtful readers and seekers."
-Richard N. Bolles, author of What Color is Your Parachute?

"Boldt is a master at transforming philosophy into action."
-Business Ethics

About the Author

Laurence Boldt is a nationally known writer and career consultant.

Product Details

  • Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  • Paperback: 608 pages
  • Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics); Revised edition (August 25, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 014311459X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0143114598
  • Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.5 x 1.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #107,887 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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I have four sons, so I have purchased many career guides over the years. Zen and the Art of Making a Living is one of my favorites because it doesn't assume that the reader necessarily wants to enter the corporate world. It offers a good overview of many possible career tracks, and doesn't seem to imply that one is superior to another.

I'm very pleased that the guide treats freelancing and entrepreneurship as two separate areas, and addresses important issues for each. It's true that freelancers are in business for themselves, so in a general sense they are also entrepreneurs, but since their goals and methods of working are different in many ways, it's important to distinguish between the two. One size advice doesn't fit all, here! As director of the National Association of Independent Writers and Editors, I was delighted to see Boldt's advice on page 370: "Whatever your specific field, if there is a 'National Association for...", join it!" as one of the necessary steps for starting a business;-).

Boldt has provided helpful forms and an enormous amount of information, including guidance to help you determine which career path best fits your talents, skills, and desires. This guide contains all the information promised, and does a visually-pleasing job of presenting it. I recommend it for anyone considering a career change, or anyone mentoring a teenager through this stage in life. It's a valuable guide!
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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There are shelves and shelves of career and vocational resources available on how to write a resume, use a job search board, network or ace an interview. If you're looking for a 1-2-3 checklist on how to do these things, this may not be the best book for you (though it could help). If on the other hand you believe you have more to offer than you are at present, this is a great place to start.

This is book to help clarify your vision, inspire you, and help you discover what you need to do next to bring that vision into reality.

Some reviewers on the earlier edition commented that the book was too long, too verbose or meandering. I'm personally glad that the author took his time and shared his breadth and depth. Working through the journey of this book with sincerity will deliver.
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We purchased this item at a time when I am considering a new career direction. This is not just the same old stuff!
The author applies spiritual insights from Zen and Christianity to ask fundamental questions of the reader--who are you, why are you here? This is not just a book to read, it is a companion for a life journey that results in work that fulfills the individual and also blesses the community. I can't recommend it highly enough. There should be 10 stars!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Better Than Finding the Color of Your Parachute!
Zen and the Art of Making a Living is the BEST most comprehensive career development/design book that I've ever read! Read more
Published 5 months ago by FirstGenProfess
highly recommended for the thoughtful individual
Brilliant book, fantastic resource. Reveals a beautiful philosophy on making a living, and truly, on life as a whole. This book has practically become my own personal bible.
Published 7 months ago by Aquarian
Take the Hero's Journey with this amazing career guide!
I love this book. Found out about it from Susan Shapiro, life coach, and it is so packed with wonderful information, everything to help you learn who you are, what your vision for... Read more
Published 7 months ago by ReadsBetweenTheLines
Packed FULL of great ideas
Wow! this is a lot more than what I expected ! This book is FULL of info and history!!!! I'm actually reading it for a 2nd time now - I know there are LOTS of things I missed the... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Stella
Thoughtful
This book isn't one I recommend that a person read from front to back. Yet, it has some great thought provoking chapters that have really guided me in my career decisions.
Published 10 months ago by Schwed
work is self-expression, not just a way to make money
p.68 love and service to all mankind... the artist makes the work, not simply for himself but for all mankind

p.59 ... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Dave W. Jonsson
expected much more
I was so excited when I found this book. I have an old version (1993)and thought this 2010 version would hit on the age of the internet... you know... Read more
Published on October 12, 2009 by Linda Drake
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