"What Color Is Your Parachute? 2021" is more than just the 2021 edition of the highly acclaimed career guide; it's your roadmap to navigating the ever-changing job market. As a career ally, this guidebook arms you with timeless wisdom and modern strategies, making it a trusted companion for those seeking job satisfaction, whether you're a recent graduate, considering a mid-career change, or faced with sudden job loss.
Co-authored and fully updated for 2021 by Katharine Brooks, EdD, the Director of Vanderbilt University Career Center, this edition doesn't just rehash old content. Instead, it offers a fresh take, imbued with contemporary insights that reflect current trends and effective tactics in today's challenging job market.
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Richard Bolles (1927- 2017) was a pioneering figure in the realm of career development, best known for his groundbreaking work "What Color Is Your Parachute?" Bolles revolutionized job hunting by introducing the world to his "parachute approach," a method rooted in self-reflection and personal alignment. The book was first published in 1970 and has been revised and updated every year since. He graduated from Harvard University with a B.A degree in Physics.
Katharine Brooks, EdD, currently serves as the Director of Vanderbilt University Career Center. She is a renowned career consultant and educator, known for her dedication to modernizing career guidance and providing actionable insights for today's dynamic job market.