Go on: Do What You Want.

A job primer for today’s crazy world.

Instant, kindle, action orientated.

Amazon quotes:

"Do What you want" reminds us of 3 things:
1. Job world has changed
2. Employers have changed
3. You have changed
This presents challenges and opportunities. Nicholas Bate suggests a "resourceful" mindset may be rather helpful in this new world of work. He says:
1. Change your mindset
2. Stay employed
3.Do an excellent job
4.Plan your next move
5.Move. Repeat.“

”I couldn't put the book down and plan to have my children read it as they prepare to enter the world of work.”

”this a " must read" book for anyone wanting to stay ahead in the world of work and stay ahead in their chosen career.”

”All the way through is clear honest advice. For example, in answer to the question: 'Aren't we effectively being paid even less to do even more?' the author writes "Perhaps. There have been times when the world economy has been a lot kinder to us all..." before going on to provide tips on what to do in the face of a harsh reality. A refreshing and sensible response.”

”An incredibly inspiring but practical book; ideal for those in work and keen to make the most of their lives, as well as those looking for something new. Not to mention life coaches and mentors.

It starts with clear reasoning behind why the traditional philosophy of a "job for life" is outdated and goes on to outline how we might approach the world of work today and really get the most from it. Set out in concise, easy to read chapters, helpfully summarised in bullet points at the end, it challenges the reader to consider their mindset and limiting thoughts and beliefs. But what sets it apart from other books of this kind is that, in addition to its key theme, each chapter also contains suggestions for practical application. It moves through topics on how to be excellent at work, how to create and realise opportunities and how to step back and get work into perspective, so that we live a life we really enjoy.

On the one hand this book is so well written its easy to read in one sitting, but on the other there is so much in this that I'm sure this is a book that I will turn to time and time again.

Very well worth the money.”

 

“The things I loved about this book:

- The flow: I read it in one sitting and was able to take crib notes as I was reading.
- The personal stories: it was easy for me to see their perspective and how the ideas and actions laid out in the book could be applied to my world
- It generates action: the book paints the picture of modern world of work in clear detail and provides the high level actions people must create. Many books I read are too abstract to apply to my hectic life or they are too big to get started
- The models are adaptable: I think if you work in a corporate (like I do) it is extremely relevant but it's also equally relevent to the student, small business owner or unemployed public sector worker.

All in all - read this book if you want to take action and adapt to the new world of work.”