A Career in Your Suitcase 2

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Inspirational 'must read' for expat spouses - Rated
The ‘guru’ of portable careers Jo Parfitt, has updated and expanded her earlier career book and expatriate spouses everywhere will be extremely grateful for her effort. It’s chock-a-block full of information, ideas, strategies and solutions to common challenges faced by accompanying spouses who wish to find or pursue their passions abroad. The author’s own passion is networking and it’s a theme that runs throughout the book. "Networking is not about handing out business cards, it is rather about building relationships and making friends," writes Parfitt to introduce the separate chapter devoted to the subject. Her own networking abilities are boundless and have allowed her to bring other voices into the book. She leaves no professional stone or possibility for opportunity left unturned.

A Vision for Change - Rated
The need to continually adapt and adjust personal and professional skills, focus and aspirations is not just a lifestyle issue, but one of marketplace survival. A Career in Your Suitcase 2 helps you develop the tools and vision you will need to keep pace with tomorrow's dynamic and demanding workplace - and the insight into change and growth essential for happiness along the way.

Chapters on finding your passion, creating a career, success strategies, networking, dual careers, repatriation and entrepreneurship offer a wealth of information (including up-to-date websites, assessment tools, and reading lists) for bringing your international career into the 21st century. Don't leave home without it!

A Must - Read for Job Seekers - Rated
Career in Your Suitcase 2 is a practical and realistic guide for job seekers worldwide. The book provides user-friendly information that supports a proactive employment search. It offers proven 'how-to's' that can benefit those seeking a meaningful pursuit and various career options. The book also includes value-added contributions written by expatriate experts and career coaches from around the world.

An encyclopedia of re-invention and common sense advice - Rated
The 'guru' of portable careers Jo Parfitt, has updated and expanded her earlier career book and expatriate spouses everywhere will be extremely grateful for her effort. This newly-improved edition is a encyclopedia of reinvention and common sense advice on relocating a professional life and finding personal satisfaction along the way. It's chock-a-block full of information, ideas, strategies and solutions to common challenges faced by accompanying spouses who wish to find or pursue their passions abroad. Parfitt leaves no professional stone or possibility for opportunity left unturned. A inspirational how-to 'must read' for expatriate spouses on the move.

A suitcase packed to the brim with great ideas - Rated
This book is a must if you want some great ideas on making the best career change for you. Nearly 200 pages of useful advice, great contacts to help you to build a new portable business in the comfort of your home, wherever that happens to be in the world!