NATIONAL BESTSELLER
Navigate the modern world of work to find the job you've been dreaming about and thrive
What Lights You Up? Illuminate Your Path and Take the Next Big Step in Your Career takes readers on a journey to find their next meaningful and fulfilling job - no matter where they are right now. Whether you're an industry veteran pivoting between fields, a stay-at-home parent just rejoining the workforce, or a college student trying to find their footing, this heartfelt, actionable, and authentic book covers everything you need to know about getting results in the modern world of work and is full of insightful, real-life stories of success that inspire the reader to take action in their own life.
Inspired by renowned executive coach, business advisor, and speaker Mary Olson-Menzel's highly effective MVP 360 Coaching program, this book delivers insight on topics like:
- Developing and telling your own highly individualistic story to get noticed and hired
- Getting results from LinkedIn, social media, and personal branding
- Rocking the interview, negotiating the offer, and landing the job
- Staying on a path to vibrant success in your first three months at a new job - and the rest of your life
What Lights You Up? is an essential guide and roadmap for everyone and anyone seeking direction in their career journey. Filled with highly effective tips, tricks, and strategies, this book will help readers transition from where they are now into a fulfilling and meaningful new career and beyond.
Table of Contents
Introduction xi
Chapter 1 Identify Your Light 1
Chapter 2 Turn Your Light On 11
Chapter 3 Write Your Story 19
Chapter 4 Build Your Toolbox 31
Chapter 5 Follow Your Dream 39
Chapter 6 Tap into Your Network 45
Chapter 7 Choose Joy 55
Chapter 8 Develop Your Three Ps 61
Chapter 9 Shine in the Interview and Land the Job 83
Chapter 10 Succeed Today 101
Chapter 11 Create Forward Momentum 107
Chapter 12 Design a Framework for Success 113
Chapter 13 Give Yourself Grace 119
Chapter 14 Practice Gratitude 127
Conclusion: Lights on for Life 133
Exercises 139
Acknowledgments 183
About the Author 187
Notes 189
Index 191
