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What Color is Your Parachute 2009

Richard Nelson Bolles
This book has been around since I was in the Marines. I think I first got a copy in the 80's. The book is updated regularly, although the best feature has been part of the book since the beginning. To truly be happy in your work, you must truly know yourself and what you really want. If you've been through a few jobs - and relationships - you may have figured out how difficult that is. Bolles has a series of questions that, if you are honest with yourself, may be very revealing. Other tips, such as following up after interviews, are also well-founded advice. highly recommended.

Knock em Dead

Martin Yate
If you only get one book, this may be the one to get. Great advice on building a resume and career transitioning. No more will most people spent 25+ years at one company. Expect frequent job changes - often not by choice, believe me - and even career changes - again, not necessarily your choice. Be prepared!

301 Smart Answers to Tough Interview Questions

Vicky Oliver
If you are experienced at job interviews, you probably don't need this. If you are new to the work force, or have not job searched for a while, you might get some help here.

Gallery of Best Resumes for People Without a Four-Year Degree

David F. Noble
A showcase collection of nearly 200 outstanding sample resumes and 12 cover letters representing the very best creations of professional resume writers. Again, if you are an experienced job searcher you might not find a lot of help here, but if your resume seems to be getting you nowhere, you may find a sample here to get you moving again.

Ten Steps to a Federal Job: How to Land a Job in the Obama Administration

Kathryn Troutman
Getting a Federal job is a complicated process, with a language and process all its own. This book and CD will help you get through the process and understand the gobblegook. The info on which websites to target for your particular search is invaluable.

Military to Federal Career Guide: Ten Steps to Transforming Your Military Experience into a Competitive Federal Resume

Kathryn Troutman
As a former Marine I am always looking for things to help out veterans, especially our new generation of returning heroes. The first and only comprehensive guide to Federal Jobs and the Military Federal Resume for enlisted personnel and officers. The U.S. Government is hiring former military personnel at all salary levels! In an easy-to follow, step by step process this book will teach you Where to work, How to find jobs, How much you can earn and How to apply and How to interview. Remember your time in service can be combined with any civil service when figuring your retirement.

Military-to-Civilian Resume and Letters

Carl S. Savino
This is for the career guy or gal who is ready to return to civilian life. Guide to websites (there's more to know than Monster.com) and good advice make this a good choice if you've got your 20 (or more) in. Learn how to make your military service attractive to others besides defense contractors.

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	What Color is Your Parachute 2009 Richard Nelson Bolles This book has been around since I was in the Marines. I think I first got a copy in the 80's. The book is updated regularly, although the best feature has been part of the book since the beginning. To truly be happy in your work, you must truly know yourself and what you really want. If you've been through a few jobs - and relationships - you may have figured out how difficult that is. Bolles has a series of questions that, if you are honest with yourself, may be very revealing. Other tips, such as following up after interviews, are also well-founded advice. highly recommended.
	Knock em Dead Martin Yate If you only get one book, this may be the one to get. Great advice on building a resume and career transitioning. No more will most people spent 25+ years at one company. Expect frequent job changes - often not by choice, believe me - and even career changes - again, not necessarily your choice. Be prepared!
	301 Smart Answers to Tough Interview Questions Vicky Oliver If you are experienced at job interviews, you probably don't need this. If you are new to the work force, or have not job searched for a while, you might get some help here.
	Gallery of Best Resumes for People Without a Four-Year Degree David F. Noble A showcase collection of nearly 200 outstanding sample resumes and 12 cover letters representing the very best creations of professional resume writers. Again, if you are an experienced job searcher you might not find a lot of help here, but if your resume seems to be getting you nowhere, you may find a sample here to get you moving again.
	Ten Steps to a Federal Job: How to Land a Job in the Obama Administration Kathryn Troutman Getting a Federal job is a complicated process, with a language and process all its own. This book and CD will help you get through the process and understand the gobblegook. The info on which websites to target for your particular search is invaluable.
	Military to Federal Career Guide: Ten Steps to Transforming Your Military Experience into a Competitive Federal Resume Kathryn Troutman As a former Marine I am always looking for things to help out veterans, especially our new generation of returning heroes. The first and only comprehensive guide to Federal Jobs and the Military Federal Resume for enlisted personnel and officers. The U.S. Government is hiring former military personnel at all salary levels! In an easy-to follow, step by step process this book will teach you Where to work, How to find jobs, How much you can earn and How to apply and How to interview. Remember your time in service can be combined with any civil service when figuring your retirement.
	Military-to-Civilian Resume and Letters Carl S. Savino This is for the career guy or gal who is ready to return to civilian life. Guide to websites (there's more to know than Monster.com) and good advice make this a good choice if you've got your 20 (or more) in. Learn how to make your military service attractive to others besides defense contractors.