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In FROM DAY ONE, long-time CEO Bill White reveals the key skills that lead to breakthrough success, and helps integrate them into your repertoire as you manage your career for outstanding results. Discover how to identify the best possible first job, first company, first boss...and get them. Walk in at 9 am on your first day, knowing exactly what it takes to succeed. Leverage the experience of world-class executives and benefit from practical tips about everything from "managing your boss" to networking; learn how to make a superb first impression; set the best priorities for your first day, week, month; uncover unspoken "local knowledge" about success; make the most of feedback; demonstrate potential without overstepping bounds; strengthen crucial skills, from listening to estimating and forecasting. This is practical, realistic advice straight from the "corner office".


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In FROM DAY ONE, long-time CEO Bill White reveals the key skills that lead to breakthrough success, and helps integrate them into your repertoire as you manage your career for outstanding results. Discover how to identify the best possible first job, first company, first boss... and get them. Walk in at 9 am on your first day, knowing exactly what it takes to succeed. Leverage the experience of world-class executives and benefit from practical tips about everything from "managing your boss" to networking; learn how to make a superb first impression;  set the best priorities for your first day, week, month; uncover unspoken "local knowledge" about success; make the most of feedback; demonstrate potential without overstepping bounds; strengthen crucial skills, from listening to estimating and forecasting. This is practical, realistic advice straight from the "corner office".

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  • Hardcover: 272 pages
  • Publisher: Prentice Hall (December 9, 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0132206862
  • ISBN-13: 978-0132206860
  • Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 1.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (62 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #550,633 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Advice From Someone Whose Been There, February 16, 2006
I liked pretty much everything about From Day One, but I was particularly impressed with Mr. White's Fundamental Habits for Success.

Reading
Writing
Speaking
Listening
Prioritizing
Estimating
Forecasting

Here is a brief summary of each of them:

Reading: You Are What You Read

Read widely. Be an eclectic reader with interests that span a great many fields. Mr. White's suggested must reading list includes: The NY Times, the largest circulation newspaper in your city, publications that have a slant with which you don't agree (for example if you're a liberal, read US News and World Report, if you're a conservative, read Newsweek).

Writing: The Power of the Written Word

Learn how to write well. Be brief. Harry Truman once said "never use two words when one will do". Don't confuse brevity with speed. Often it takes a lot longer to write a succinct report than it doesa long, rambling one. Don't be afraid to let the reader know you care about your topic. Write like you speak -- flowing, conversational, engaging.

Speaking: Mastering the Spoken Word

Become comfortable speaking in public. Do what you have to do to become more at ease in speaking in front of a group. If you are nervous or unsure of yourself, join Toastmasters. Learn to speak well, with emotion and persuasion.

Listening: A (Nearly) Lost Art

Listening is not a passive endeavor. It requires discipline and the full commitment of your brainpower. You can become a better listener by actively engaging with the other person. Observe what the other person has said and where he or she might be going next. Use the power of silence to encourage people to provide you with more information and details.

Prioritizing: Managing Your Time Wisely

When priorities change or demands shift, you need to be flexible enough to refocus your attention and reprioritize your asks and responsibilities. To do this successfully, you need strong time management skills. Watch out for potential pitfalls that can sabotage your efforts to be efficient and responsive.

Estimating: Is It a $2 Million, $20 Million or $200 Million?

Estimating - before you do a calculation -- helps make numbers more relevant and logical. Practice estimating. When you drive, estimate how long it should take to get from on place to another based on distance and speed. Make mental calculations and double check them with your math. Estimating will keep you from making errors.

Forecasting: What's Your Prediction?

Forecasting in an important skill for both business and life. The ability to predetermine how people will react to unexpected announcements and decisions is an important forecasting skill. Follow the advice of Peter Ducker: whenever you make a key decision or take a key action, write down what you expect will happen. Compare the actual results with your prediction nine or 12 months later".

There's a lot more to From Day One than the brief summary of success habits I've presented here. This book is full of good ideas and common sense approaches to building a successful career. Buy it, read it and use its advice. You won't be disappointed.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars For all people who eager to achieve true success, December 2, 2005
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"From Day One" has plenty of seasoned advice to build up a well-balanced, successful career. Unlike other easygoing how-to articles, this book is written from a long-term perspective. That is, true success comes from setting the company's goals first and working hard to achieve them.

Author's advices are profound, insightful, and thought-provoking. In addition, it contains several true stories from CEOs, including author himself who had held executive positions at many companies. These interesting stories enhance the clarity and cogency of his arguments.

After reading few chapters, you might have an impression that this book is just for students or young businesspersons because it is described in order of career progression. Throughout this book, however, you can learn the way of thinking and mental attitude when you face the DAY ONE in your career - the first step of your next portion of your life.

To sum up, this writing is for people who eager to contribute to the organization and achieve successes both in professional and personal life. Therefore, you will want to read this book over again whenever you come to a significant milestone in your entire career.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Timeless resource for any one looking for their professional passion, December 6, 2005
CEO and Professor Bill White's got it right. He nails it. His book FROM DAY ONE explains how corporations tick regarding a new employee. From how to find out what you want to do professionally, to what to do the moment you start a new job, Bill's words of wisdom resonate for anyone looking to start a new job or leave a job they are currently in because they are not happy. It is the perfect tool for anyone currently employed on how to move up the corporate ladder, and how to make networking work for you. It's a terrific book and should be on everyone's must have list.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Must read for every college graduate who wants to build an extraordinary career
I truly enjoyed reading this book-wish I had read it as soon as I had graduated. Quality professional wisdom from someone who has risen through the ranks and seen it all. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Chetan Paydenkar

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing advice for new grads!
This book is a very easy and enjoyable read! It is extremely useful for anyone going into the workforce but also for anyone coming out of grad school! Read more
Published 3 months ago by recent grad

5.0 out of 5 stars Great advice to get ahead in your career
The book offers simple advice that is often overlooked by new graduates and forgotten by business professionals. It was very useful as I will be starting a new job this month.
Published 3 months ago by R. Shah

5.0 out of 5 stars Solid advice from a CEO that gets it
Bill White brings experience and intellect in this must read for all those wanting to better their careers and themselves. Two giants thumbs up!
Published 3 months ago by Stephen J. Feinberg

5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for any new graduate
"From Day One" is a must read for any new graduate. It presents clear, actionable advice for those starting their first professional job or anyone early in their career. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Sarah E. Harrison

2.0 out of 5 stars Feel good book, but filled with anecdotes and lots of gray
This book is much like Prof. White's class at Northwestern, it sounds great at first, but if you actually stop and think about what is being said (ironically employing a lot of... Read more
Published 12 months ago by J. Shields

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book to read before your first day at work!!
This is a great book to read as soon as you get out of school. This book gives advice from a former CEO perspective and now excellent professor to the New Manager. Read more
Published 12 months ago by M. OConnell

5.0 out of 5 stars great advice from a former CEO and a current Professor
The author was a successful CEO, and is currently a professor in organizational behavior at Northwestern. This background has made his advice uniquely valuable. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Y. Cheng

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent guide for the new and experienced
CEO and Professor Bill White creates a wonderful toolkit to answer questions everyone in or going into the professional environment runs into. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Zaid Pardesi

5.0 out of 5 stars Think this book isn't for you? You're wrong.
Bill White provides timeless advice for anyone looking to succeed in the world. His words of wisdom apply not only for business managers, but for anyone wanting to get ahead in... Read more
Published 14 months ago by M. Charnota

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